Parts & Plates Shop Foreman – 2nd Shift
Location: York, PA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Shift: 2nd Shift
Starting Pay: $39.00/hour — higher depending on experience
Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour for 2nd Shift
We are hiring a Parts & Plates Shop Foreman to lead daily fabrication and production activities on 2nd Shift. This hands-on leadership position is responsible for coordinating employees, equipment, materials, schedules, quality, and deliveries while maintaining a safe and productive shop environment.
What You’ll Do
Direct and support shop employees throughout the shift
Ensure company policies, safety requirements, and work procedures are followed
Oversee shop personnel, equipment, tools, and materials
Plan and balance daily workloads based on production needs
Maintain and update production and fabrication schedules
Coordinate deliveries and monitor product status to support on-time completion
Communicate with other departments and facilities regarding production, quality, and delivery needs
Establish and maintain standard fabrication procedures
Monitor finished work to ensure quality requirements are consistently met
Review production processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and employee productivity
Maintain shop equipment and building areas as needed
Work with vendors and suppliers to maintain effective working relationships
Monitor inventory and coordinate material needs with the First Shift Foreman, Operations Manager, and Purchasing
Adjust work hours and staffing as needed to meet delivery commitments
Keep management informed of workload, production issues, and operational needs
Make day-to-day decisions that support company objectives and operational requirements
Qualifications
Previous managerial or supervisory experience required
Strong knowledge of the structural steel fabrication industry
Excellent spoken and written English
Strong leadership, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
High school diploma or equivalent
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced fabrication environment
Available to work 2nd Shift, with overtime and Saturdays as needed
