Production Foreman

TUFFSHED•Orlando, FL

20d•$21 - $26

About The Position

Tuff Shed is recruiting a Production Foreman to contribute to the success of its Factory store. The role coordinates and schedules fabrication assignments and ensures work is assigned and completed according to the company’s quality, productivity, and safety specifications. The Foreman partners with the direct supervisor and Shop Specialist on production schedules, product deficiencies, labor performance, and other needs; oversees safety, PPE, housekeeping, and equipment maintenance; and leads daily production team meetings. The Production Foreman oversees PACK accuracy and labor, including inspections by PACK-certified employees, preparing products for loading or assembly, coordinating subcontractor loading, identifying the root causes of deficiencies, assigning workers, communicating results, and identifying staffing needs and performance concerns. The role also oversees material handling, storage, inventory, receiving, cycle counts, and inspection of raw and finished goods. The Foreman provides work direction and training for Prefab team members, inspects their work, addresses deficiencies, assists with work-related problems, supports a positive team culture, participates in hiring, and may participate in disciplinary action. Tuff Shed offers its full-time employees a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, an FSA, ESOP, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan. The listed hourly rate is $21.25–$25.50.

Requirements

Work experience as a tradesperson or supervisor.
Experience working safely and keeping others safe in an industrial-type setting.
Knowledge of construction practices and terminology.
Ability to use standard construction hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
Ability to read, or learn to read, cut sheets, product drawings, engineered plans, and truss plans.
Understanding of work optimization concepts and techniques.
Ability to maintain a calm, composed, and strategic mindset under pressure.
Ability to develop and implement effective solutions to problems as they arise.
Strong attention to detail and extremely high standards for workmanship quality.
Ability to communicate clear expectations and effectively train others to meet desired outcomes.
Ability to use arithmetic and mathematical tools as they apply to Tuff Shed’s business.
Ability to read, write, and understand instructions given orally, in writing, and/or in diagram form.
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, managers, business partners, suppliers, customers, and the public.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or requisite experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule fabrication assignments.
Ensure work is properly assigned and completed according to Tuff Shed quality, productivity, and safety specifications.
Partner with the direct supervisor and Shop Specialist to review production schedules, product deficiencies, labor performance, and other needs.
Ensure only company-certified employees operate forklifts and other tools or equipment.
Ensure PPE policies are followed and housekeeping standards are met.
Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in safe, good working condition.
Lead a daily production team meeting.
Ensure PACK-certified employees inspect every building.
Ensure products are stacked and ready for loading and/or assembly.
Partner with the Shop Specialist to ensure products are designed and built to Tuff Shed specifications.
Coordinate subcontractor loading.
Determine the root cause of deficiencies.
Partner with management to understand labor targets; assign or reassign workers as needed.
Communicate results to the Prefab team and identify staffing needs and individual performance concerns to management.
Oversee handling and storage of materials, account for unused materials, restock and minimize waste, and monitor inventory levels.
Ensure material deliveries are accounted for, stored, and documented.
Participate in the monthly Cycle Count process and monitor and inspect raw and finished goods.
Ensure Prefab team members are trained and certified for assigned work and provide them with work direction.
Inspect Prefab team members’ work and address deficiencies for improvement.
Assist employees in resolving work-related problems and lead a positive culture that promotes good morale.
Participate in the selection process for Prefab team hires and in disciplinary action as needed.