Misc Metals Foreman

Hanover Iron Works•Hanover, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Misc Metal Foreman at Hanover Iron Works, Inc., you will be responsible for the day-to-day execution, supervision, and performance of the miscellaneous metals fabrication shop. You will ensure safe, productive, and high-quality fabrication operations while managing shop personnel, workflow, scheduling execution, equipment utilization, and shop organization. This role is for a forward-thinking company that values high performance and flexibility in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

5–10 years of miscellaneous metals fabrication experience.
Previous foreman or fabrication leadership experience preferred.
Strong understanding of miscellaneous metals fabrication operations and workflow.
Experience managing labor, production scheduling, and shop operations.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Knowledge of fabrication safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Manage daily miscellaneous metals fabrication operations.
Execute production schedules and priorities established by operations leadership.
Coordinate manpower and workflow to maximize shop efficiency.
Monitor fabrication progress and provide production status updates.
Coordinate fitting, welding, assembly, and material handling activities within the shop.
Supervise miscellaneous metals fabrication personnel including fitters, welders, operators, and laborers.
Support employee accountability, development, and training initiatives.
Conduct daily production and safety meetings.
Maintain proper staffing levels and labor utilization.
Promote teamwork, communication, and operational accountability within the shop.
Enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, fabrication tolerances, and project specifications.
Address fabrication deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
Promote housekeeping and shop organization standards.
Coordinate with QC personnel regarding inspections and quality concerns.
Monitor fabrication equipment condition and operational readiness.
Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair needs with management.
Ensure proper material handling, storage, and consumable inventory levels.
Support shop organization and continuous improvement initiatives.
Track labor hours, productivity, rework, and operational efficiency.
Monitor schedule adherence and production throughput.
Participate in KPI reviews and operational reporting meetings.
Assist with manpower planning and production forecasting.