SHOP FOREMAN

Shop Foreman Reports to: ROB VAN HEISE Location: LONGVIEW TX Position Summary: The Shop Foreman oversees daily shop operations, coordinates workflow, supervises technicians and enforces safety and quality standards, and ensures on-time completion of production and repair work. The Foreman acts as the primary point of contact for personnel issues, scheduling, equipment maintenance, and process improvement. Key Responsibilities: Supervise and lead a team of 8 technicians, machinists, and/or mechanics; assign tasks and monitor performance. Schedule daily work, prioritize jobs, and allocate resources to meet customer deadlines and production targets. Ensure adherence to quality standards and customer specifications; inspect work and perform final checks. Enforce shop safety policies, maintain a clean work environment, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company procedures. Train, coach, and mentor staff; conduct performance reviews and recommend disciplinary actions as needed. Maintain equipment and tooling schedules; coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs. Monitor inventory of materials, consumables, and spare parts; place orders and control costs. Collaborate with production planning, engineering, and sales to resolve technical issues and improve workflows. Track labor hours, job costs, and productivity metrics; prepare reports for management. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve throughput. Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; technical diploma, trade school, or associate degree preferred. [37]+ years hands-on experience in a shop environment (fabrication, manufacturing, automotive, HVAC, etc.), with at least [13] years in a supervisory role. Solid knowledge of [machining, fabrication, CNC, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, or relevant trade skills]. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proficient with job scheduling, basic shop math, blueprint reading, and measuring tools. Familiarity with safety regulations (OSHA) and shop best practices. Preferred Certifications / Skills: Experience with inventory/POS systems, CMMS, or ERP software. Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement training (Kaizen, 5S). Working Conditions: Full-time, on-site position. Regular day shifts; occasional overtime and weekend work as needed. Physically demanding: standing, lifting (up to 75 lbs), bending, and working in shop environments with noise, dust, and chemicals; PPE required. Compensation: Salary/hourly range: plus benefits: Healthcare, PTO, retirement, bonuses, etc.