Prefabrication Foreman 1 (Union) - 2nd Shift - Metal

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Kansas City, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Prefabrication Foreman 1 is responsible for offsite fabrication of materials that will be shipped to and installed at project sites. The role leads a fabrication team in a shop environment and oversees production of a diverse group of products made predominantly of wood and steel. The foreman makes routine decisions, provides recommendations to a supervisor, and refers exceptions to the supervisor. All work supports JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values. The position oversees safe, productive, and quality-focused prefab operations. It coordinates production planning, crew sizes, schedules, materials, manpower, shop resources, and supply deliveries; tracks production units and labor hours; documents activities and crew sizes; and supports cost control and quality assurance. The foreman also provides on-the-job guidance and shares subject matter expertise to support team learning and development. The role is based in a maintenance facility and may involve varying temperatures, moving equipment, noise, exhaust fumes, extreme hot or cold conditions, projected heights, narrow workspaces, and use of a respirator. Overtime may be required as needed. The position requires reliable transportation and the ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of commercial construction, manufacturing, or fabrication shop experience.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Intermediate ability to use a computer or iPad to complete daily tasks.
Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources.
Ability to identify common fabrication materials and shop equipment.
Ability to apply Lean process and philosophy.
Knowledge of self-perform work and labor productivity.
Knowledge of fabrication means and methods.
Intermediate knowledge of lean manufacturing processes.
Intermediate layout skills.
Intermediate knowledge of crane flagging and rigging.
Ability to read and understand plans, drawings, and specifications.
Knowledge of productivity rates and ability to assess and optimize project productivity.
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external teams.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and perform the physical activities specified for the role.
Reliable transportation.
Comfort working at projected heights and in narrow workspaces.

Nice To Haves

Apprentice and/or vocational, technical, or trade training.
Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the stated education requirements.

Responsibilities

Participate in and promote the company’s safety culture and injury-free environment, and hold team members accountable to safety guidelines.
Work with tools to complete assigned tasks.
Track and report production units and labor hours, including completing and submitting timecards.
Maintain the proper care and quantity of tools and equipment needed to support assigned tasks.
Lead and monitor crew safety and security procedures.
Understand and achieve crew production goals, and establish crew sizes aligned with those goals.
Document activities, production, crew sizes, and other key information.
Communicate with Project Management and coordinate delivery of supplies to the production shop.
Maintain established quality levels and support quality assurance and quality control planning for assigned tasks.
Read and understand plans, specifications, shop drawings, and coordination drawings.
Provide on-the-job guidance and share subject matter expertise to support team learning and development.
Coordinate prefab production preplanning, including crew size, schedule, materials, meetings, and manpower.
Coordinate use of production shop resources, including internal and external support.
Create and implement safety plans, and ensure compliance through training, toolbox talks, and communication with safety representatives.
Control costs in prefab production units by understanding task-specific reports, production, and costs for assigned responsibilities.
Assist with MOC (Materials and Other Costs) and equipment analysis.