Bundle Shop Foreman

EMCOR Group

Sulphur (LA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Ohmstede Ltd. in Sulphur, LA, is seeking a Bundle Shop Foreman to lead daily operations in the bundle shop, overseeing personnel, equipment, and production activities related to shell and tube heat exchanger bundles.

You will drive the production schedule while upholding quality and safety standards. This hands-on leadership role requires actively working alongside the crew to meet schedule commitments and customer deadlines, with a focus on supervising assembly, inspection, and hydrotesting

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school or apprenticeship preferred (welding, machining, or fabrication).
Experience with shell & tube heat exchangers and heavy fabrication environments is essential.
Knowledge of ASME and TEMA requirements; ability to troubleshoot fit-up and fabrication issues in real time.

Responsibilities

Direct and execute daily bundle shop operations, including bundle assembly, tube loading/expansion/welding, bundle insertion, exchanger assembly, hydrostatic testing, and preparation for shipment.
Ensure work aligns with drawings, procedures, and work instructions; enforce safety policies and PPE requirements.
Drive production to meet schedule commitments and customer deadlines; plan manpower daily based on needs.

Skills

Shell & Tube heat exchanger

Shop processes (machine/weld/assembly)

ASME & TEMA requirements

Troubleshooting fit-up & fabrication

MS Word, Excel & Outlook

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school/technical training/apprenticeship (welding, machining, or fabrication)

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

About Us

We are one of the nation’s leading providers of industrial solutions, serving as the single-source for our client’s custom shell and tube heat transfer equipment. Our fully integrated shop services include state-of-the-art technologies, engineering, design, manufacturing, fabrication, maintenance, and repair.

Job Summary

Ohmstede Ltd. is in search of a Bundle Shop Foreman to lead day-to-day operations of the bundle shop, overseeing personnel, equipment, and production activities related to the assembly, repair, and testing of shell and tube heat exchanger bundles. This role is responsible for executing the production schedule, maintaining quality and safety standards, and driving crew performance through direct, hands-on leadership.

This position requires a working foreman mindset—actively involved in the work while leading the crew to meet schedule, quality, and safety targets.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Direct and execute daily bundle shop operations, including:
Bundle assembly
Tube loading, expanding/rolling, and welding
Bundle insertion, exchanger assembly, prep for shipment, and hydrostatic testing
Ensure all work is performed in accordance with drawings, manufacturing procedures, and work instructions.
Maintain a safe working environment and enforce all safety policies and procedures
Ensure lifting and safety equipment is routinely inspected and fit for service.
Monitor and ensure compliance with inspection test plan and code quality manual.
Drive production to meet schedule commitments and customer deadlines.
Plan and assign manpower daily based on production needs.
Coordinate labor, materials and equipment to maintain workflow continuity
Lead and supervise shop personal to meet productivity and performance expectations
Accomplishes product assembly by supervising employees, planning, organizing and monitoring workflow.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development
Supervise, train, and mentor shop personnel
Set expectations for performance, quality, safety
Address performance issues and drive accountability across the crew
Promote a team-oriented, results-driven work environment
Production Management
Monitor job progress and adjust manpower/resources to meet schedule.
Identify and remove production bottlenecks
Coordinate with machine shop, weld shop, QC, and receiving
Ensure efficient use of labor hours and shop resources
Quality Control
Verify workmanship at critical steps
Coordinate with QC/Inspection for hold points and testing
Minimize rework through proactive oversight
Safety & Compliance
Conduct Job briefings and ensure hazard awareness
Enforce PPE and safe work practices
Ensure compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements
Documentation and Reporting
Track job status and report progress to management
Initiate Engineering Change Requests for clarification or missing documents
Support labor tracking and job-hour accountability
Assist with required documentation for production, safety, and personnel matters

Qualifications

Skills Preferred:

Strong understanding of:
Shell & Tube heat exchanger construction and repair
Shop processes across machine, weld, and assembly operations
Familiarity with ASME and TEMA requirements
Ability to troubleshoot fit-up, alignment, and fabrication issues in real time
Computer skills, specifically the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent
Trade school, technical training, or apprenticeship preferred (welding, machining, or fabrication)

Experience:

5+ years of experience in heat exchanger manufacturing, repair, or similar heavy fabrication environment
2+ years of supervisory or foreman-level experience in a shop setting
Hands-on experience with:
Bundle assembly and disassembly
Tube installation and expansion/rolling
Structural welding and fit-up coordination
Hydrotesting and final assembly operations

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Work Environment

Cold, hot, dusty, dirty, noisy, requires a 50 pound lifting ability. Must be able to bend, lift, push/pull, climb, squat, crawl, and reach overhead. Exposed to normal shop hazards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Affirmative Action Policy

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Job Locations

US-LA-Sulphur

2026-52338

Company

Ohmstede Ltd.