Bundle Shop Foreman

Ohmstede Ltd.; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohmstede Ltd. is seeking 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 requires hands-on leadership to meet schedule, quality and safety targets. You will plan manpower, coordinate labor, materials, and equipment, supervise shop personnel, drive production to deadlines, and ensure compliance with drawings,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in heat exchanger manufacturing or related heavy fabrication.
• 2+ years in supervisory/foreman role in a shop.
• Hands-on with bundle assembly/disassembly; tube installation; hydrotesting.
• ASME and TEMA knowledge; ability to read drawings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• High school diploma; trade training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily bundle shop operations and lead crew.
• Plan manpower and coordinate materials and equipment.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with procedures.
• Meet production schedules and customer deadlines.
• Inspect work and coordinate with QC and inspection.
• Prepare documentation and reports.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Heat exchanger knowledge

ASME & TEMA familiarity

Welding & fabrication

Hydrotesting

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Trade school / apprenticeship preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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

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