Shop Foreman

Company: Madden Industrial Craftsmen Inc
Location: Portland
Posted on: May 2, 2025

Job Description:

Madden Industrial Craftsmen is seeking an experienced and driven Shop Foreman to lead our fabrication team. This role merges hands-on fabrication expertise with leadership responsibilities. The ideal candidate will manage daily operations, ensure production goals are met, uphold quality standards, and provide training and guidance to the crew across both day and swing shifts.

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.



Shift: Monday-Friday 6am-2:30 - OT if needed

Pay: $38-42/hr DOE



Shop Foreman Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Supervision:

Supervise, schedule, and coordinate day-to-day shop floor operations across shifts


Lead, motivate, and mentor fabrication crew to meet production and quality targets


Assign tasks to stations and employees, monitor progress, and adjust schedules as needed


Train and coach new and existing employees; provide feedback and ensure skill development


Act as a liaison between crew, project managers, and upper management


Ensure seamless communication and workflow between Day and Swing Shifts


Maintain accountability and positive work culture in line with company values



Fabrication & Production:

Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and cut sheets to ensure proper build and finish


Oversee welding (MIG, TIG, FCAW) and finishing operations to ensure compliance with specs


Perform layout and fitting of materials; oversee and inspect all fabrication work


Ensure parts meet dimensional and finish specifications prior to shipping


Assist with hands-on fabrication when needed, including advanced and custom builds


Promote continuous improvement and suggest process and cost-saving initiatives



Shop Foreman Quality & Safety:

Ensure compliance with quality standards at each phase of production


Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment in accordance with 5S principles


Verify materials and components are complete and undamaged before use


Work with QC team to address defects, improve standards, and resolve production issues



Shop Foreman Qualifications:

Required:

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a fabrication role, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity


Proficient in welding (MIG, TIG, FCAW) and safe operation of all hand and power tools


Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and specifications


Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written


Ability to organize, delegate, and manage multiple projects and priorities


Valid driver's license with clean driving record; ability to pass background check



Preferred:

Experience with advanced fabricating techniques and tight tolerance work (+/- .030")


Knowledge of press brake, spot welding, rolling equipment, and custom finishing


Proficient in measuring and inspecting assemblies using standard QC tools



Shop Foreman Physical & Mental Demands:

Able to stoop, kneel, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds


Capable of standing for extended periods and working in a physically active environment


Ability to perform detailed, high-precision work across multiple concurrent tasks


Strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and time management



Shop Foreman Benefits:

Medical


401K with match


Paid sick time


Paid holiday's





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