Factory Foreman / Supervisor

Kings Custom Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured hours 6:30am–4:00pm

Weekday schedule with rare weekendwork

On-site modern equipment

Job summary

Kings Custom Ltd is a premium metalwork specialist in New Zealand, delivering high-end fabrication for commercial and residential projects. We seek a hands-on Workshop Foreman to lead the floor, drive daily production, and shepherd projects from drawing to completion.

You will supervise a team of 20 fabricators, coordinate laser cutters, laser welders, and press brakes, and ensure flawless finishes on kitchen benchtops and architectural pieces.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified fabricator or sheet metal worker with strong metalwork background.
• Experience supervising 10–20 staff in a fast-paced workshop.
• Proficiency with press brakes, laser cutters/welders, and polishing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the floor, supervise a team of 20 fabricators, manage daily workflow.
• Coordinate scheduling and workflow for laser cutters, laser welders, and press brakes.
• Ensure high standards on high-finish kitchens and heavy steel jobs; perform site measures as needed.
• Interpret complex drawings and ensure accurate execution on the floor.
• Provide hands-on guidance in TIG/MIG welding setups, laser welding, and polishing.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Machinery literacy

Education

Certified Fabricator

Sheet Metal Worker

Tools

Press Brakes

Laser machinery

Laser Cutters

Laser Welders

TIG welding

MIG welding

Job description

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Kings Custom is a premium, custom metalwork specialist delivering top-tier fabrication across commercial and residential sectors. Our diverse portfolio includes high-finish commercial and residential kitchens, bespoke stainless and mild steel work, architectural balustrades, and light structural steel.

Equipped with a modern workshop featuring advanced Laser Machines, Laser Welders, and Press Brakes, our team of 20 skilled fabricators and apprentices takes pride in precision and versatility. We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Workshop Foreman to lead our floor, manage daily production, and help drive our projects from drawing to completion.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

Lead the Floor : Supervise, motivate, and coordinate a team of 20 fabricators, managing daily workflow and keeping the floor moving efficiently.

Oversee Modern Machinery: Coordinate the scheduling and workflow for our Laser Cutters, Laser Welders, and Press Brakes, ensuring optimal machine utilization.

Maintain Quality Across Standards: Ensure flawless aesthetics on high-finish residential/commercial kitchen benching, while enforcing structural integrity on heavier mild steel jobs.

Site Work & Measures: Step out of the workshop when required to conduct precise site measures and assist with/oversee key site installations.

Blueprint to Reality: Interpret complex architectural, engineering, and shop drawings, ensuring the team executes layouts and dimensions perfectly.

Troubleshoot & Mentor: Act as the technical go-to on the floor, providing hands‑on guidance on traditional TIG/MIG welding setups, laser welding, and polishing techniques.

What We’re Looking For (Requirements)

Trade Qualified: Certified Fabricator, Sheet Metal Worker with a strong background in custom metalwork.

Versatile Expertise: Equal comfort working with thin‑gauge stainless steel (clean TIG/laser welding and seamless polishing).

Machinery Literacy: Hands‑on experience or strong working knowledge of Press Brakes and Laser machinery.

Leadership Track Record: Proven experience supervising or managing a team of 10–20 staff in a fast‑paced workshop environment.

Site Capabilities: A valid driver's licence and the ability to confidently handle site measures and client‑facing installation work.

Why Join Us?

Great Hours & Work‑Life Balance: Structured 6:30am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday schedule—get your afternoons back, with weekend work rarely required.

Advanced Equipment: Work with cutting‑edge technology, including advanced laser welding and cutting machinery.

Diverse, Custom Projects: You won’t get bored here—your week will span high‑end architectural pieces, custom kitchen fit‑outs, and structural builds.

Stable Team Culture: Lead a loyal, tightly‑knit team of 20 professionals who take genuine pride in their trade.