Structural Steel Shop Foreman 1st Shift

JGM•Coatesville, PA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

JGM is seeking two working Structural steel Foreman for first shift to lead daily production activities across fabrication operations. This role is responsible for coordinating work, directing crews, and ensuring safe, efficient execution across a team that includes machine operators, welders, and material handlers. This is a hands-on leadership position, but the primary focus is on leading people, managing workflow, and driving results—not being the most technically advanced operator on the floor. The Working Foreman ensures the team is aligned, work is staged properly, and production stays on track throughout the shift.

Requirements

3–7 years in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environment
3+ years of work in a structural steel environment
Prior experience leading, coordinating, or directing a team on the floor
Exposure to production environments with multiple processes and work areas
Strong ability to organize work and keep teams aligned
Comfortable working around production equipment and shop operations
Ability to read basic drawings or job instructions and translate into work assignments
Leads by example with a hands-on, team-first approach
Communicates clearly and keeps people accountable
Focused on execution, problem-solving, and getting work completed the right way

Responsibilities

Lead the Shift: Direct first shift operations for assigned team, assign work, set priorities, and adjust as conditions change, maintain clear communication with supervisors and first shift leadership.
Coordinate People & Workflow: Oversee daily activities of Machine Operators, Material Handlers, Welders and support roles, ensure materials, drawings, and equipment are ready to support production, keep work flowing efficiently between stations and processes.
Drive Production Results: Monitor progress against production goals and deadlines, identify and address delays, bottlenecks, or resource gaps, support the team in meeting output expectations without sacrificing safety or quality.
Support Equipment & Operations: Work closely with operators to keep equipment running effectively, help troubleshoot issues and escalate when needed, reinforce proper use of tools, equipment, and processes.
Safety & Quality Leadership: Promote and reinforce JGM’s HOME Safety Culture, ensure team members follow established safety practices and procedures, maintain focus on quality standards and minimize rework.
Develop the Team: Provide guidance, coaching, and day-to-day direction, help onboard and support newer employees, reinforce accountability and expectations across the shift.