Shop Foreperson (Supervisor) – Bailey Nurseries

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shop operations, workflow, and priorities.
• Diagnose, rebuild, modify, and repair equipment.
• Perform equipment inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Repair hydraulic systems and operate shop tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Manage the equipment fleet and recommend equipment removal or replacement.
• Supervise shop staff and provide direction on daily priorities.
• Prioritize work based on urgency, deadlines, and operational needs.
• Maintain records for repairs, maintenance, inventory, and equipment status.
• Aid with purchasing equipment, parts, and shop supplies.
• Conduct quality control checks on completed work.
• Maintain safe work habits and support OSHA and company policy compliance.
• Keep the shop and work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Build effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, and vendors.
• Communicate equipment needs, repair status, timelines, and concerns.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a shop, manufacturing, maintenance, equipment repair, or related environment.
• Strong knowledge of equipment diagnostics, repair, maintenance, and modification.
• Experience using shop tools, machines, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, or equipment documentation.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and respond to changing operational needs.
• Knowledge of workplace safety regulations, safe work practices, and shop safety expectations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, and vendors.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional technical training or certification in equipment repair, maintenance, welding, hydraulics, mechanics, or a related field.
• Supervisory or lead experience in a shop, maintenance, manufacturing, agricultural, or nursery.
• Knowledge of metals and welding techniques.
• Experience managing equipment inventory, repair records, parts, supplies, or vendor relationships.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Regular lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance.
• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• PPE may be required in certain work areas.

Disclaimer

• This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• The company reserves the right to revise or change job functions as needed to meet business needs.