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KION Group

Forklift, warehouse equipment and software solutions

Mechanical Installation Foreman

Welding & Sheet MetalConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGrand Rapids, MI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings and layouts.
  • Strong safety leadership and situational awareness.
  • Effective team leadership and coaching skills.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.
  • Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
  • Basic computer skills, including email, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
  • Hands-on experience in mechanical installation of conveyor systems.
  • Experience with structural steel erection and platform installation, equipment layout and pre-assembly, and industrial piping systems.
  • Experience leading small teams or providing on-site direction to others.
  • Proven ability to identify and resolve field issues in real time.
  • Experience working in fast-paced construction or industrial environments.
  • High school diploma or equivalent is required; equivalent field experience may be substituted for formal education.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.
  • Ability to push, pull, squat, crawl, and walk across large construction sites.
  • Must be able to work in various climates and environments.
  • Must be willing to travel 90% within the continental United States.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee daily activities of 1–3 mechanical installers, providing direction, training, and support.
  • Participate in and, when needed, lead daily stand-up meetings and coordinate work plans.
  • Execute mechanical installation tasks involving conveyor systems and components, structural/header steel, platforms, guardrails, rack systems, and air piping made of aluminum, copper, or black iron.
  • Support equipment run-in, startup, and troubleshooting.
  • Work independently to complete stand-alone tasks as assigned by site leadership.
  • Promote a strong safety culture through Behavior-Based Safety Observations, Job Hazard Analysis, Job Safety Analysis, jobsite safety meetings, and compliance.
  • Ensure housekeeping and organization at job sites.
  • Perform quality audits to ensure installations meet standards and specifications.
  • Provide daily site status updates to Project Managers and Site Managers.
  • Identify problems as they arise and proactively recommend solutions.
  • Write clear, concise trip reports and maintain job documentation.
  • May lead operations on alternate shifts when supervisors are not present.
  • Demonstrate commitment to OSHA and company safety standards.

Desired Qualifications

  • A technical degree or specialized training is preferred.
  • OSHA safety training is preferred.

About the Company

KION Group

Forklift, warehouse equipment and software solutions

KION Group provides forklifts, warehouse equipment, and integrated automation, along with software to optimize supply chains. It sells and leases industrial trucks, offers automated storage/retrieval and warehouse management software, and provides financing and digital transformation services through KION Digital. Its strength comes from a broad brand portfolio (Linde MH, STILL, Dematic, Baoli, Fenwick, OM, Voltas) delivering end-to-end intralogistics across hardware, software, automation, and services for real-time, secure operations. The goal is to help customers improve efficiency, accuracy, and visibility in their supply chains by tightly integrating material handling with digital tools and services.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Wiesbaden, Germany
Founded
2006

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