Foreman - Misc Metals

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Join our team at Hanover Iron Works, Inc. as a Misc Metal Foreman, you will be responsible for the day-to-day execution, supervision, and performance of the miscellaneous metals fabrication shop. As an essential part of our professional and customer-centric team, you will ensure safe, productive, and high-quality fabrication operations while managing shop personnel, workflow, scheduling execution, equipment utilization, and shop organization.

Take the next step in your career and apply today to be a part of a forward-thinking company that values high performance and flexibility in a fast-paced environment. You can get great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off.

A Little About Hanover Iron Works

Hanover Iron Works has been fabricating and erecting customized steel stairways, rails, and other miscellaneous metal components for more than 60 years.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Management

• Manage daily miscellaneous metals fabrication operations.
• Execute production schedules and priorities established by operations leadership.
• Coordinate manpower and workflow to maximize shop efficiency.
• Monitor fabrication progress and provide production status updates.
• Coordinate fitting, welding, assembly, and material handling activities within the shop.

Workforce Leadership

• Supervise miscellaneous metals fabrication personnel including fitters, welders, operators, and laborers.
• Support employee accountability, development, and training initiatives.
• Conduct daily production and safety meetings.
• Maintain proper staffing levels and labor utilization.
• Promote teamwork, communication, and operational accountability within the shop.

Safety & Quality

• Enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, fabrication tolerances, and project specifications.
• Address fabrication deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Promote housekeeping and shop organization standards.
• Coordinate with QC personnel regarding inspections and quality concerns.

Facility & Equipment Oversight

• Monitor fabrication equipment condition and operational readiness.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair needs with management.
• Ensure proper material handling, storage, and consumable inventory levels.
• Support shop organization and continuous improvement initiatives.

KPI & Reporting

• Track labor hours, productivity, rework, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor schedule adherence and production throughput.
• Participate in KPI reviews and operational reporting meetings.
• Assist with manpower planning and production forecasting.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10 years of miscellaneous metals fabrication experience.
• Previous foreman or fabrication leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of miscellaneous metals fabrication operations and workflow.
• Experience managing labor, production scheduling, and shop operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of fabrication safety and quality standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer : All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Hanover Iron Works, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Hanover Iron Works, Inc. is a participant in the Federal E-Verify Program .