General Foreman
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced General Foreman to lead production operations in a modular home manufacturing facility specializing in cold formed light gauge steel framing. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily factory operations and quality control, ensuring high-quality modular units are produced efficiently and safely while driving continuous improvement in a high-volume manufacturing environment. The role is suited to someone with a strong background in residential construction, modular or prefab construction, light gauge steel systems, and production crew supervision.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in modular, manufactured, prefabricated, or residential construction, including at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or foreman role.
- Hands-on experience with light gauge steel framing, modular construction methods, or factory-based home production.
- Strong knowledge of production workflows, quality control, and safety standards in a manufacturing or construction setting.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and production schedules.
- Proven leadership skills and ability to motivate, train, and manage production crews.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to work on-site in a factory environment, including standing, walking, and occasional lifting.
- Must pass a background check and drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with volumetric modular or panelized light gauge steel systems.
- Familiarity with California HCD in-plant inspection or modular manufacturing regulations.
- Exposure to lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
- Experience with production software, digital work instructions, or manufacturing execution systems.
- Former military service preferred; an Engineering Combat MOS (Field 13) or NMCBs BU or SW rating is identified as ideal.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and direct production teams across framing, assembly, finishing, and related crews in the light gauge steel modular home factory.
- Plan and coordinate daily and weekly production schedules to meet throughput, quality, and delivery targets.
- Ensure work complies with company standards, California building codes, HCD requirements, OSHA, and internal quality and safety protocols.
- Monitor production output, labor efficiency, material usage, scrap, rework, and downtime, and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Lead pre-shift meetings, assign work, coach crew members, and hold teams accountable for performance and safety.
- Oversee factory quality control.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, Materials, Shipping, and the Superintendent to maintain workflow and resolve bottlenecks.
- Interpret shop drawings, production plans, and specifications for light gauge steel modular construction.
- Enforce safety procedures, conduct or support safety inspections, and promote a strong safety culture.
- Support new-hire training and continuous improvement initiatives, including EOS, lean practices, standard work, and process improvements.
- Maintain production records, QC logs, material reports, and documentation, and communicate status and issues to plant management.
- Assist with material staging, inventory awareness, and equipment readiness as needed.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement plan (pension)
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
- Profit share
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
