Shop Foreman

WHO WE ARE

Henderson Products, a division of Douglas Dynamics, is North America’s premier manufacturer and up‑fitter of municipal snow and ice equipment. Our belief is that our employees and culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers. We place a high value on building a team and working environment where individuals can succeed professionally and personally. As a team member at Henderson Products, you can expect to make a difference through your work, to have a direct impact on the achievement of a very meaningful mission to serve our customers, to advance your career, and to have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life. HOW WE DO IT: Grow, Improve, and Engage Growth, improvement, and engagement are our focus as an organization to ensure we succeed by executing the right things. These are our core values and how we win in the marketplace. The winning behaviors are what each Henderson Products employee does to support the success of our company. They are the expectations of all of us to help ensure we focus on winning as an organization the right way. Be Customer & Results Driven Anticipate the Possibilities Collaborate & Care Communicate Responsibly Develop Self & Others Get Better Every Day

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

The Shop Foreman will be responsible for supervising shop floor associates across all workstations at the Upfit & Service Centers. This individual will plan and assign work, ensure compliance with policies and procedures, and recommend improvements in service, installation and upfit methods, equipment operating procedures, and working conditions. The role impacts efficient and timely truck builds and servicing requirements. Enforce safety rules and take action to remove safety hazards. Confer with the Installation & Service Manager to coordinate work activities and plan work schedules. Determine daily truck build goals and headcount needs to meet targets. Manage and lead shop floor priorities to meet daily goals. Troubleshoot equipment to maximize uptime. Ensure materials and processes result in the production of products that meet quality standards. Manage work schedules and resources to level plans that meet customer demand. Support the training and coaching needed for employees in daily activities, ensuring safety procedures while maintaining required output levels. Ensure 5S activities are completed in all workstations. Manage personnel processes including hiring, developing, disciplining, and terminating shop floor associates. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the shop and in coordination with other locations. Drive continuous improvement of installation and upfit processes for safety, cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency. Demonstrate ability to lead people and get results through others. Maintain and report on MDI SQDCM tracking boards to identify and prioritize continuous improvement activities. What This Role Needs Education/Experience 2‑year Technical or Associate’s Degree preferred; supervisory experience and/or military experience desired. Experience and/or Training Leadership training is a bonus. Computer skills competency required, such as Microsoft Office tools, databases, etc. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Licenses/Certificates LEAN leadership related to Kaizen, 3P, JI/Standard Work, MDI, problem solving, and waste elimination desired. Technology/Equipment Mechanically inclined. Experience in a truck upfit or manufacturing environment with exposure to shop floor processes strongly preferred. Additional Skills Sustainment and execution of SQDC programs and continuous improvement activities. Working Conditions Employee will spend a majority of the day on the shop floor and will be exposed to moving mechanical parts, noise, temperature fluctuations, and other shop floor duties. Must be comfortable in a fast‑paced and continuously changing environment. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Douglas Dynamics, LLC does not discriminate against qualified applicants in hiring based on race, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Henderson Products, Inc.