Structural Steel Shop Foreman
Hunter MetalStructural Steel Shop Foreman Position Type: Full-time, Year-round ( Mandatory Overtime required at times ) Salary Range: $70,000 – $100,000 per year , Dependent on Experience (DOE) Required Qualifications Steel Industry Experience: Minimum of 10 years working in the structural steel industry. Leadership Experience: Minimum of 7 years directly overseeing and managing employees. About the Role We are seeking an experienced, high-level Structural Steel Shop Foreman to run our fabrication shop and support field operations. In this role, you will be the driving force behind our production efficiency, overseeing all shop welding operations and assisting the management team in the field . The ideal candidate is a proficient leader who knows exactly how steel projects should run from start to finish. You will take full ownership of shop operations, from technical blueprint reading and strict quality control to inventory management and team logistics. Compensation & Benefits Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with 401(k) matching . Healthcare: 50% medical coverage for the employee. Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) available after 1 year of employment. Key Responsibilities Production & Project Management Technical Execution: Read and interpret complex structural blueprints and CAD drawings to guide fabrication. Workflow Proficiency: Demonstrate deep knowledge of how structural steel projects should efficiently run to meet deadlines. Documentation: Write up accurate and detailed work orders as jobs progress. Client & Team Liaison: Manage and work seamlessly with all field/shop employees, clients, and upper management. Logistics & Inventory Control Inventory Ownership: Take full control of all shop inventory and ensure materials are in-house ahead of projects. Purchasing: Proactively order shop supplies and miscellaneous hardware. Coordination: Schedule and coordinate trucking, transport, and crane services. Team Leadership & Operations Work Allocation: Coordinate schedules, assign daily tasks, and enforce strict time management. Personnel Management: Direct shop employees and execute necessary disciplinary actions professionally when needed. Standards Enforcement: Ensure all safety, shop clean-up, and customer service protocols are strictly exercised. Quality Control: Maintain rigorous QC inspections on all outgoing shop fabrications and welds. Customer Service: Work with Project Manager and upper management. Following up all in person meetings/ texts and telephone calls via email and keeping team informed. Communicate with Clients as to the upcoming schedule if assigned to do so. Answering phones at shop and taking messages. Getting information is needed to keep the project progressing. Be professional in all aspects of Customer Service. Work well with others. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening and have a clean DMV. (Note: A full list of job duties can be provided upon request.) Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person