Prefab Shop Foreman

Responsibilities

• Receive and track all materials for multiple projects
• Read and understand each Prefab project and plan the work steps involved
• Create labels for assemblies, and/or packaging
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality products on time
• Communicate with the project team and Prefab Operations Supervisor
• Record time sheets for the project team
• Keep track of all shop tools and maintain all equipment in the shop
• Maintain forklift inspections, and request repairs when needed
• Maintain the safety and 5S around the shop
• Keep up with iPads and any other electronic equipment
• Maintain the same expectations required by a Prefab Assembler

Skills

• Plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of a work crew consisting of 5 employees
• Evaluate information and analyze problems logically to develop solutions
• Express ideas clearly to others
• Work with figures quickly and easily
• Work independently
• Understand the meanings and relationships of words and use language effectively
• Review budgets, materials, and time schedules
• Make decisions based on personal judgments
• Recognize errors in written material, numbers, charts, or tables
• Communicate effectively
• Comprehend and practice safe work procedures as outlined in Company Safety Handbook
• Operate company vehicles with manual and automatic transmission
• Positively identify colors of wires
• Comprehend reading and drawing prints and schematics of same
• Bend conduit by hand with hand benders
• Safely use power tools
• Operate equipment, trenchers, lift trucks, etc. in a safe manner
• Operate two handed tools and equipment as required
• Read and interpret maps, instructional manuals, specifications, work site directions, blueprints and written instructions
• Ability to read a tape measure, rule or mechanical counter

Physical Function

• Hear and see well (either naturally or with correction)
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach overhead
• Lift objects weighing up to 100 pounds, with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Constantly move on feet
• Climb ladders (all types)
• Complete overhead work for full day assignments
• Responsible for securing tools and materials from storage areas to complete assigned tasks
• Repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers

Qualifications

The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical fabrication and assembly. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a valid driver’s license. Must have a strong understanding of electrical codes and practices, as well as experience with various types of electrical equipment and materials.