2nd Shift Foreman

Rotating Machinery Svcs Inc•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

RMS Pearland Works is seeking an experienced 2nd Shift Shop Foreman to lead all shop labor and daily execution within our Rotating Equipment repair facility. This role is responsible for overseeing the Mechanic, Machinist, Weld and Balance Tech Leads, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of all active projects across the shop floor. With a strong foundation in rotating equipment repair, from pumps to compressors and beyond, and deep working knowledge of API standards, the Shop Foreman provides floor-level leadership, technical guidance, and workforce direction across all work centers. This position requires a seasoned mechanic background, the ability to manage competing priorities, and the leadership presence to guide multiple teams while supporting consistent throughput and customer satisfaction. The Foreman plays a critical role in aligning labor, schedule, and technical execution in close collaboration with Project Management, the Production Supervisor, and the General Manager.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of rotating equipment experience with at least 3 years in a lead or supervisory role
Strong hands-on background as a mechanic with extensive knowledge of rotating equipment assembly
Demonstrated experience applying API standards in inspection, repair, and reassembly
Familiarity with RMS and non-OEM turbomachinery including compressors, turbines, valves
Proven leadership across multi-discipline shop teams
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, BOMs, and technical specs with precision
Expert in the use of micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other measuring tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Basic computer proficiency for job tracking and reporting
High school diploma or GED from an accredited school or institution
Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs. (with assistance), walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance.
Must be able to use hands for assembling and tool usage
While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand, sit, bend, and walk for significant portions of the shift
Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals, including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary mechanical training or trade certification preferred

Responsibilities

Directly oversee the Mechanic, Machinist, Weld and Balance Tech Leads to drive daily execution, efficiency, and accountability
Ensure clear tasking, job ownership, and cross-team communication across all shop labor functions
Align team assignments with workload priorities and available capacity based on real-time shop demands
Maintain visibility on daily progress across disassembly, developing work scopes, machining, inspection, assembly, and testing activities
Provide expert technical guidance on repair methods for pumps and other rotating equipment, with strong emphasis on adherence to API standards throughout the inspection, repair, and assembly process
Support repair execution on overhung, between bearing, and vertical pumps, as well as gearboxes, liquid ring compressors, screw compressors, centrifuges, and small steam turbines
Ensure all precision measurement practices, fits, and tolerances are correctly applied throughout the repair process
Review job documentation, drawings, and BOMs for accuracy and completeness before and during execution
Promote a culture of safety-first thinking across all shop activities and enforce strict adherence to RMS safety protocols
Partner with QC and Engineering to ensure that jobs meet internal quality standards and industry specifications
Identify and help resolve quality issues through structured root cause and corrective action efforts
Mentor and coach shop leads and craft personnel to grow technical skillsets and job ownership
Support onboarding and training of new hires and lead competency evaluations using the Employee Skill & Training Matrix
Assist in resource planning for large projects, outages, and customer turnarounds
Work in close coordination with Project Management, the Production Supervisor, and the General Manager to ensure labor alignment with job priorities and facility goals
Provide real-time updates in daily production meetings, including progress reports, risk flags, and mitigation recommendations
Act as the shop’s central point of contact for operational execution, bridging communication between the floor and supporting departments