Shop Foreman

United Rentals•Prairieville, LA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shop Foreman – Temporary Structures is responsible for overseeing the daily warehouse workflow and ensuring that all materials, equipment, and structural components are prepared, staged, and ready for project deployment. This role provides direct leadership to warehouse personnel and serves as the primary link between Warehouse Operations and Field Installation Teams. The Shop Foreman is accountable for material readiness, inventory accuracy, safety compliance, and workflow efficiency to support installation schedules, inventory control, and operational objectives.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Active applicable state class driver’s license
Forklift Certification
Demonstrated warehouse or industrial operations experience
Inventory management experience
Experience mentoring warehouse personnel
Extended-Reach Forklift Experience
Proficient in warehouse operating systems (Excel, Rental Man, Webex, IT resources)
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workflow
Commitment to safety and operational excellence

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily warehouse activities to support project schedules
Oversee staging and preparation of outbound materials for installation projects
Verify accuracy and completeness of loads prior to shipment
Ensure all materials meet quality and readiness standards
Identify material shortages or damaged components prior to deployment
Maintain organized staging areas for upcoming projects
Quality Control for all materials, shipments, and warehouse functions
Safely operate forklifts, extended-reach forklifts, and other warehouse equipment
Ensure daily equipment inspections are completed
Coordinate maintenance or repair needs for warehouse equipment
Provide daily direction to Warehouse Associate I and II personnel
Assign tasks based on project priorities and workflow needs utilizing BOL’s, Pull Sheets, and Webex communication
Support training and development of warehouse staff utilizing 5S processes
Monitor productivity and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
Promote a culture of accountability and professionalism
Assist in maintaining accurate inventory counts of structure components and hardware
Conduct or support cycle counts and inventory audits
Identify discrepancies and communicate material shortages
Monitor material usage to support operational planning with leadership
Enforce company safety policies and PPE requirements
Identify and address unsafe behaviors or conditions
Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment
Support safety training and 5S initiatives as required