General Foreman

The General Foreman oversees all production operations and personnel for heavy steel fabrication which may include government ship repair and/or NAVSEA projects. This role manages all aspects of assigned projects from initiation through completion, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contractual, quality, and regulatory requirements. The position collaborates closely with the Director of Operations, Plant Managers, Fabrication Project Managers, and Fabrication Supervisors to meet project milestones, schedules, and budgets.

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Manage all production operations, project execution, and fabrication personnel for heavy steel projects.
Manage Fabrication Supervisors and coordinate daily work activities and tasks.
Plan, schedule, and execute multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timelines and milestones are met.
Review and interpret detailed drawings, shop drawings, design documents, installation drawings, and contracts.
Ensure compliance with NAVSEA, government, and company standards, including AISC, AWS, and OSHA regulations.
Develop detailed project plans, including labor, material, and equipment requirements, and implement schedules to meet contractual obligations.
Monitor project metrics, identifying deviations in quality, cost, or schedule.
Prepare project budgets, monitor job percent-complete, and manage change orders.
Facilitate ongoing communication and coordination with customers, co-workers, and other company departments to ensure workflow efficiency.
Enforce company policies, quality assurance procedures, and ensure adherence to project safety plans in coordination with the Safety Manager.
Apply sound judgment in managing employee productivity, attendance, and other HR-related matters.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to personnel to optimize team performance and project outcomes.
Utilize strong knowledge of manufacturing/production processes, techniques, and materials to improve efficiency and quality.
Prioritize tasks effectively and organize workflows for multiple projects.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
Interpret schematics, drawings, and technical documents to support fabrication and assembly operations.
Directly supervises Fabrication Supervisors and production personnel.
Authority to manage workflow, assign tasks, enforce policies, and monitor quality and production standards.
All other related duties as assigned.

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High school diploma/GED or equivalent in related work experience; technical or vocational training preferred.
Minimum 8–10 years of experience in heavy steel fabrication, including government ship repair and NAVSEA projects preferred
At least 3–5 years of supervisory or foreman-level experience in a fabrication or industrial environment preferred.
Welding certifications or other technical certifications preferred.
OSHA or safety certifications a plus.
Advanced knowledge of heavy steel fabrication processes, fitting, welding methods, and fabrication quality standards.
Proficiency with AISC, AWS, and other relevant industry codes.
Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and teams simultaneously.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Budgeting, estimating, and supervisory skills.
Knowledge of OSHA compliance and other industry regulations.
Ability to interpret schematics, drawings, and technical specifications.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.