Shop Foreman - Process Solutions

Job Summary Responsible for supervising and coordinating the day-to-day activities of fabrication and assembly crews within the Process Solutions manufacturing facility. Provides leadership, planning, and technical guidance to ensure fabrication, modular assembly, and related manufacturing activities are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. Manages labor utilization, material flow, quality standards, and production goals while fostering a positive team environment focused on continuous improvement, partner development, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence. Essential Duties

• Plans, coordinates, and supervises daily fabrication and manufacturing activities for assigned shop areas, including pipe fabrication, welding, skid assembly, structural fabrication, equipment setting, testing, and packaging.

• Develops and communicates daily and weekly production plans based on project schedules, manpower availability, material readiness, and workload demands.

• Leads, coaches, and develops fabrication personnel, including leadmen, welders, fitters, assemblers, apprentices, and other manufacturing partners.

• Conducts regular performance management discussions, provides constructive feedback, and supports partner growth through training and development opportunities.

• Maintains accountability for safety, quality, productivity, housekeeping, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

• Verifies employees possess required certifications, qualifications, and training necessary to perform assigned work.

• Monitors fabrication progress and production metrics to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budgeted labor hours.

• Reviews shop drawings, fabrication packages, isometric drawings, specifications, work orders, and bills of material to ensure accurate execution of work.

• Identifies and resolves fabrication issues, drawing discrepancies, constructability concerns, and workflow challenges by coordinating with engineering, project management, and production leadership.

• Inspects work in progress and completed assemblies to ensure compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and applicable codes.

• Supports implementation and compliance with Quality Control programs, welding procedures, inspection requirements, and manufacturing standards.

• Coordinates the placement, staging, storage, and movement of materials, equipment, tools, and fabricated assemblies throughout the facility.

• Ensures delivered materials match approved specifications and bills of material and promptly addresses shortages, damage, or discrepancies.

• Operates and supervises the operation of forklifts, overhead cranes, welding equipment, material handling equipment, and fabrication machinery as required.

• Performs and documents required safety observations, toolbox talks, and daily safety activities.

• Promotes and sustains 5S/6S initiatives, continuous improvement efforts, productivity enhancements, and waste reduction practices throughout the shop.

• Tracks labor hours, production output, and job progress using company software and reporting systems.

• Assists with workforce planning, staffing recommendations, hiring input, promotions, corrective actions, and performance evaluations.

• Supports shop leadership in developing and implementing manufacturing processes that improve efficiency, quality, and safety.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Education Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical training, Associate Degree in Manufacturing Technology, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, Welding Technology, or related field preferred.

Minimum Certifications / Licenses Preferred

• OSHA 30 preferred.
• Applicable welding, fabrication, or trade certifications preferred.
• Forklift and overhead crane certifications preferred or ability to obtain.

Minimum Experience Preferred

• 5+ years of manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial construction experience.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred

• Thorough knowledge of fabrication, welding, assembly, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, and engineering documents.
• Knowledge of quality control principles, inspection requirements, and industry standards.
• Strong understanding of shop safety practices and OSHA requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of production planning, labor forecasting, and material management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing/project management software.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.