Shop Foreman

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is seeking an experienced and driven Shop Foreman to lead our fabrication team. This role merges hands-on fabrication expertise with leadership responsibilities. The ideal candidate will manage daily operations, ensure production goals are met, uphold quality standards, and provide training and guidance to the crew across both day and swing shifts.

Shift: Monday-Friday 6am-2:30 – OT if needed

Pay: $38-42/hr DOE

Shop Foreman Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate day-to-day shop floor operations across shifts

• Lead, motivate, and mentor fabrication crew to meet production and quality targets 

• Assign tasks to stations and employees, monitor progress, and adjust schedules as needed

• Train and coach new and existing employees; provide feedback and ensure skill development

• Act as a liaison between crew, project managers, and upper management

• Ensure seamless communication and workflow between Day and Swing Shifts

• Maintain accountability and positive work culture in line with company values

Fabrication & Production:

• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and cut sheets to ensure proper build and finish

• Oversee welding (MIG, TIG, FCAW) and finishing operations to ensure compliance with specs

• Perform layout and fitting of materials; oversee and inspect all fabrication work

• Ensure parts meet dimensional and finish specifications prior to shipping

• Assist with hands-on fabrication when needed, including advanced and custom builds

• Promote continuous improvement and suggest process and cost-saving initiatives

Shop Foreman Quality & Safety:

• Ensure compliance with quality standards at each phase of production

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment in accordance with 5S principles

• Verify materials and components are complete and undamaged before use

• Work with QC team to address defects, improve standards, and resolve production issues

Shop Foreman Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a fabrication role, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity

• Proficient in welding (MIG, TIG, FCAW) and safe operation of all hand and power tools

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and specifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written

• Ability to organize, delegate, and manage multiple projects and priorities

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record; ability to pass background check

Preferred:

• Experience with advanced fabricating techniques and tight tolerance work (+/- .030”)

• Knowledge of press brake, spot welding, rolling equipment, and custom finishing

• Proficient in measuring and inspecting assemblies using standard QC tools

Shop Foreman Physical & Mental Demands:

• Able to stoop, kneel, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds

• Capable of standing for extended periods and working in a physically active environment

• Ability to perform detailed, high-precision work across multiple concurrent tasks

• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and time management

Shop Foreman Benefits:

• Medical

• 401K with match

• Paid sick time

• Paid holiday's

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