Shop Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Automation Personnel Services has an exciting opportunity for a Shop Foreman to join a team based in Charlotte, NC. The Shop Foreman is responsible for the overall daily operation and performance of the fabrication shop. This position provides leadership, direction, and accountability for production, quality, safety, equipment, employee development, and on-time delivery. The Shop Foreman ensures company resources are used efficiently while maintaining the high standards of craftsmanship and customer service expected by the fabrication company. The Shop Foreman is expected to lead by example, build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and consistently achieve measurable operational goal.

Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm Mon-Fri

Pay: $25+/hour depending on experience

Shop For e man Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct all daily shop operations.
• Coordinate workflow between Laser, Forming, Machining, Welding, Fabrication, Assembly, Shipping, and Material Handling.
• Balance manpower and workloads to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure work is completed according to schedules and customer commitments.
• Monitor production progress throughout the day and adjust priorities as necessary.
• Eliminate bottlenecks and resolve production issues quickly.
• Conduct production meetings as needed.
• Communicate production status to management.
• Promote a zero-incident safety culture.
• Ensure OSHA compliance.
• Enforce PPE requirements.
• Investigate accidents and near misses.
• Correct unsafe behaviors immediately.
• Meet or exceed company on-time delivery goals.
• Coordinate labor and equipment to meet customer deadlines.
• Maximize labor utilization.
• Continuously improve shop efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Recommend equipment improvements.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance activities.
• Report repair needs promptly.
• Ensure tools and equipment are properly stored.
• Customer Support
• Preventive maintenance completion
• Compliance with Quality Management System procedures
• Successful completion of employee evaluations
• Overall shop morale and teamwork

Shop Foreman Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 10 years of metal fabrication experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing leadership position.
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Welding
  • Laser cutting
  • Press brake operations
  • Machining
  • Metal fabrication
  • Blueprint reading
  • Quality inspection
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Computer proficiency using Microsoft Office and production software.
• Technical or trade school education.
• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Quality Management System experience.
• OSHA safety training.
• Forklift certification.
• Overhead crane experience.
• Frequently stand and walk throughout a manufacturing environment.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Bend, kneel, climb, and work around industrial equipment.

401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at:

Automation Personnel Services Charlotte Branch
5541 South Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28217

Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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