Shop Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Supervise Tool & Die Makers and Machinists, providing guidance and resolving issues as they arise. Train team members on processes, equipment, and best practices to enhance shop efficiency. Monitor employee performance and provide constructive feedback or coaching as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review the schedule to ensure production tasks meet deadlines.
• Create detailed routing plans for jobs, outlining the sequence of operations through the shop to be used as part of order quoting process.
• Estimate process times for each operation to support quoting new parts and ensure accurate scheduling.
• Use ERP software to input job routing details, track progress, and manage shop workflows.
• Monitor Tool & Die Makers and Machinists to ensure they are accurately logging into jobs for precise tracking of work progress and timing.
• Work alongside team members in daily operations, including operating equipment as needed to support production requirements.
• Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and best practices.
• Oversee routine maintenance and repairs for shop equipment to minimize downtime.
• Address and resolve any quality issues promptly to ensure all parts meet specifications.
• Ensure all necessary tools, fixtures, and materials are ready for each job.
• Run or Manage all Emergency / Rush orders that are needed
• Previous high-volume manufacturing experience

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervision of all Tool & Die Makers and Machinists

Qualifications / Experience / Education

• Agree to NETFORM Employee Handbook
• Pass pre-employment screening (e.g., drug test, physical, and background test)
• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university OR
• A minimum of 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read customer prints and understand manufacturability of components