SunSource

Fluid power distribution with engineering support

Shop Foreman

Welding & Metal FabricationPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeSt Rose, LA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
A minimum of 3 years of shop management experience in a fabrication environment is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
Ability to plan and manage multiple simultaneous projects, set priorities, identify and address problems, and deliver on time and on budget.
Ability to develop and update production tools accurately, including contingency plans for unexpected problems.
Ability to develop trust with employees and motivate them to perform effectively.
Ability to function successfully in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Ability to use Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, with effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily activities of shop floor workers and maintain teamwork and pride in workmanship.
Supervise the shop's operational responsibilities, including scheduling, inventory, staffing, shop expense management, personnel management, shipping, customer service, vendor relations, and safety.
Work in production as needed as a working supervisor.
Oversee the production process and schedule for a custom fabrication and production line manufacturing company.
Review processing schedules and production orders to make decisions about inventory and staffing requirements, work procedures, and duty assignments.
Participate in inventory cycle counts and maintain stock by tagging, stacking, sorting, and organizing it; clean equipment and shop areas.
Participate in lean activities and comply with safety regulations.
Suggest improvements and work on continuous improvement projects for lean, quality, and safety.
Monitor quality standards and ensure compliance; champion safety, lean, and ISO goals.
Direct, monitor, and appraise the performance of immediately reporting personnel, coordinate activities, and coach, develop, and motivate personnel to meet objectives.
Approve some expenditures for shop supplies and materials.
Use continuous improvement practices and training programs, and promote and enforce health and safety standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned and adapt to changes during employment.

Desired Qualifications

Five years of experience is preferred.
Knowledge of the industrial hose industry is preferred.

Responsible for directing the daily activities of shop floor workers, developing and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork and pride in workmanship. The Foreman will supervise all operational responsibilities of this fabrication shop to include scheduling, inventory, staffing, shop expense management, personnel management, shipping, customer service, vendor relations, safety and more. May be a working supervisor, required to fill in on production duties as needed.

Role and Responsibilities

Oversees the production process and schedule for a custom fabrication and production line manufacturing company.

Review processing schedules and production orders to make decisions concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures, and duty assignments.

Participate in counting inventory for cycle counts and maintain stock (i.e., tag, stack, sort, keep organized). Clean equipment and all shop areas

Participate in lean activity and safety regulations

Regularly make suggestions for improvement and work on continuous improvement projects for lean, quality and safety

Monitor quality standards and ensure compliance, champion safety, lean and ISO goals

Directs, monitors, and appraises the performance of personnel immediately reporting and provides the necessary coordination between activities. Coach, develop and motivate personnel to meet objectives.

May approve some expenditure for shop supplies and materials

Employ continuous improvement practices/training programs plus promote and enforce Health and Safety Standards

Perform other work related duties as assigned and be flexible and adaptable to changes that will occur during the course of employment.

Education and Experience

High school or equivalent (GED) required.

Minimum of 3 years of shop management experience in a fabrication environment required, 5 years experience preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Highly motivated and self-starter with the ability to plan and manage multiple simultaneous projects, set priorities, identify and address problems and deliver on time and on budget.

Ability to accurately develop and update production tools, including contingency plans for unexpected problems.

Possess outstanding leadership qualities, a never quit attitude, and desire to be part of an integrated team.

Ability to develop a level of trust with the employees and motivate them to perform at their best and enjoy coming to work every day.

Must be able to successfully function in a fast paced, high volume environment

Ability to utilize Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook, plus demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge of industrial hose industry preferred.

About the Company

SunSource

Fluid power distribution with engineering support

SunSource distributes fluid power components and systems to OEMs, MROs, and mobile industrial equipment users. It provides design and engineering support, supply chain optimization, productivity solutions, value-added services, and repair capabilities. The products are delivered through a national network with strong local presence, combining technical expertise with customer service to offer cost-effective, maintenance-reducing solutions. SunSource differentiates itself through its long track record (85+ years), comprehensive engineering and repair services, and a focus on helping customers boost productivity while lowering operating costs. The company aims to deliver high-quality products and services, foster growth for its associates and partners, and build lasting customer relationships through technical support and reliable service.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Windsor, CA
Founded: 2001

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