Foreman, Production

Zekelman Industries•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Foreman, Production at Zekelman Industries – Atlas Tube, you will play a key role in driving safe, efficient, and high-performing plant operations at our Chicago, IL facility. This position is responsible for coordinating labor assignments, developing employees, and ensuring production goals are met while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Maintenance, and Operations, ensuring seamless communication, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. This is an onsite role located in Chicago, IL. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys leading teams, and is passionate about safety, process improvement, and employee development.

Requirements

3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
Associate degree with an emphasis in management, supervision, or a related field
Technical Skills – Experience with shop floor systems such as MES, SAP, or similar platforms; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Soft Skills – Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution abilities
Operational Strengths – Effective time management, ability to prioritize tasks, and strong decision-making skills
Team-Oriented – Ability to build strong working relationships and foster a collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

Lead and promote healthy and safe work practices in compliance with regulatory agencies and company policies.
Develop work schedules and coordinate labor assignments to meet production goals efficiently.
Supervise team members by delegating responsibilities, providing training, and supporting cross-training initiatives.
Monitor production performance and generate daily operational reports to ensure shift continuity and address issues proactively.
Collaborate with Quality and Maintenance teams to uphold standards and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Conduct quality checks on equipment and processes to ensure customer and product standards are consistently met.
Identify and escalate maintenance needs to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.
Oversee cycle counts and inventory accuracy within the production or warehouse environment.
Hire, coach, develop, and evaluate employee performance, including initiating disciplinary actions when necessary.
Document workplace incidents and implement corrective actions to enhance safety and prevent recurrence.
Develop and implement action plans to improve plant performance and operational efficiencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.