Central Services Shop Supervisor

Why TACORA?

Tacora Resources Inc. (Tacora) is an innovative iron ore mining and development company focused on the acquisition and revitalization of iron ore assets. Our mining and processing facility, Scully Mine, is located in Wabush, Labrador, Canada. Tacora is servicing high demand customers throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Asia to provide high-grade and high-quality iron ore products.

As a Tacora Resources employee, you will become part of a supportive, performance‐driven, highly engaged, dynamic environment. We focus on creating a work environment where employees can utilize their skills and knowledge while maintaining a team-based, inclusive approach to meeting greater challenges. We maintain straight lines of communication between our operations and management, so we can move collectively toward achieving our goals.

With our core values as the foundation of our Canadian operation, we are passionate about innovation, and we are excited about our future. We are collaborative in our approach to projects and with our entrepreneurial spirit, we aim to dig deeper and reach higher. We are innovative, turning obstacles into opportunities – and we do it all in ways that are safe and sustainable. We place the highest priority on employee safety, protecting the environment, and enhancing the development of the communities in which we operate. At TACORA, we are family.

At TACORA, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and diverse work environment. You will be provided with the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skill set by working alongside dedicated employees from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.

We are seeking qualified individuals for the role of Central Services Shop Supervisor. Please note that this is not a fly-in, fly-out position and will be based in Labrador West, NL. This position will require candidates to work a Monday-Friday schedule that will transition to 7/7 all days.

Job Responsibilities:

- Champion and enforce all workplace safety protocols and conduct regular “Take Five” safety assessments per shift or when job conditions change.

- Interpret and work from isometric drawings and P&ID (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams) to ensure precision in fabrication and machining tasks.

- Plan and lay out machining and fabrication operations by computing dimensions and determining the most efficient method and sequence of operations.

- Oversee daily fabrication and machining activities to ensure custom precision parts and components meet strict quality and dimensional standards.

- Set up, program, and operate a range of equipment including:

- Lathes

- Milling Machines

- Boring Mills

- Radial Arm Drill Presses

- Plasma Tables

- Metal shaping machinery (e.g., brakes, shears, benders)

- Manage material flow through the shop by staging materials and monitoring inventory levels.

- Coordinate and schedule shop floor activities to meet production targets and delivery deadlines.

- Supervise and mentor shop personnel, delegating tasks based on skill level and workload priorities.

- Operate and oversee the use of forklifts and overhead cranes to ensure safe material handling.

- Perform inspections and quality checks on fabricated components before delivery or assembly.

- Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed for shop machinery and equipment.

- Collaborate with engineering, quality control, and management to resolve technical or production issues.

- Maintain detailed production and safety records in accordance with company standards.

- Promote a positive, productive team environment and lead by example through hands-on supervision.

Skills and Qualifications:

- Minimum 5 years of hands-on fabrication and machining experience in a shop environment.

- CWB (Canadian Welding Bureau) certifications in FCAW and SMAW (required).

- Proven supervisory or lead hand experience in a fabrication/machine shop (preferred).

- Proficient in manual and semi-automated machine operations, including lathe and milling machines.

- Skilled in reading technical drawings, blueprints, and welding/fabrication schematics.

- Strong understanding of fabrication techniques, tolerances, and quality control standards.

- Fitting experience is a strong asset.

- Experience operating a plasma table, metal brakes, shears, and benders.

- Certified or experienced in operating forklifts and overhead cranes.

- Demonstrated ability to coordinate schedules, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to train and motivate staff.

- Strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance.

Education:

- Post -secondary education in a relevant field.

License:

- Driver's License (Required)

We are an equal opportunity employer!

Only those candidates who most align with the ideal candidate profile will be contacted by Tacora Resources for an interview.