Manufacturing Foreman

Manufacturing Foreman

Service Wire Company, a premier supplier of industrial and utility wire and cable, is currently seeking a Manufacturing Foreman on multiple shifts in Houston, TX. If you are looking to join a great organization and a chance to become a part of our growing team, this may be the opportunity for you!

Position Summary:

The Foreman coordinates and manages the work activities of personnel in the department. They work collaboratively with other department leaders to ensure production or distribution material flow by planning, assigning, and assisting the work, safety, productivity, and training of their work group.

Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Organizes, leads, and trains employees to complete projects within established guidelines and timeframe
• Communicates and executes plans in regard to material flow, planning, assigning, and directing work by coordinating operations and activities within or between departments
• Enforces company safety policies and procedures while ensuring work areas are clean and orderly
• Regularly communicates with maintenance staff about preventative repairs and maintenance troubleshooting
• Assists with on-the-floor training and development of department personnel
• Provides input and recommendations with respect to personnel matters including hiring, firing, discipline, promotion, demotion, etc.
• Confers with department leaders and management to resolve work problems, complaints, or grievances
• Ensures adherence to quality and industry mandates by inspecting materials, products, or equipment by detecting defects or malfunctions
• Inspects and reviews all daily data reporting for accuracy and resolves discrepancies as needed
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge/Skills/Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED (General Equivalency Diploma) or two years of related industrial experience or equivalent training
• Leadership experience is required
• Demonstrate strong math and measuring skills
• Ability to read, comprehend, and respond to general instructions, direction, and correspondence, both oral and written
• Ability to work cooperatively with members of various departments
• Ability to effectively convey information and directions to others, both oral and written
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft office programs and related products

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Work environment is comparable to outdoor temperatures
• Regularly stands, bends, and reaches for extended periods
• Regularly moves about the facility
• Regularly lifts and moves materials up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally required to move up to 100 pounds by pushing, pulling, or sliding material. Assistance provided as needed.
• Visual inspection of material quality required.
• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments without climate-control.
• In-person attendance is an essential function of the job

Position Requirements:

• Personal protective equipment is required
• Continuous participation in company safety training
• Company forklift operation and certification

Shift Schedule and Information:

• Must be available to work 2:45pm - 11:15pm or 10:45pm - 7:15am

The perks of joining our Team:

• Comprehensive Insurance Options - Competitive medical coverage with a variety of plan choices
• Progressive PTO & Paid Holidays - Tenure-based paid time off plus eight paid holidays annually
• Predictable, set schedules that support work-life balance - no rotating shifts
• 401(k) with Company Match + Profit Sharing - Matching 5% on 6% of employee contributions and annual profit-sharing contributions
• Career Growth & Learning Support - Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 annually to support your continued education and career growth
• Annual bonus potential up to $3,000 through performance incentive programs
• Referral Bonus Program - Employee referral bonuses paid out over the new hire's first year
• See all benefits we offer here