General Foreman

Blue View Builder•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

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 ideal candidate has a strong background in residential, modular, or prefabricated construction; light gauge steel systems; and supervision of production crews. The position is on-site in a factory and involves extended periods of standing and walking in the production area, exposure to noise, dust, and industrial equipment, and occasional lifting. The typical schedule is daytime, with possible overtime during peak production periods. The work takes place in a construction/factory setting with standard manufacturing and construction site conditions.

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 the ability to motivate, train, and manage production crews effectively.
Valid driver’s license.
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.
Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma exposure.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Experience with production software, digital work instructions, or manufacturing execution systems.
Former military experience preferred; ideal candidates have Engineering Combat MOS (Field 13) or NMCBs BU or SW rating.

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, quality-control logs, material reports, and documentation; communicate status and issues to plant management.
Assist with material staging, inventory awareness, and equipment readiness as needed.