Foreman

Darwin Recruitment; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Recruitment seeks a Foreman/Motor Shop Manager to oversee the electric motor shop operations, coordinating rewinds, mechanical repairs, machining, and shipping. You will ensure efficient workflow, on-time repairs, safety, and adherence to company standards.

Lead shop staff, train technicians, review job estimates, manage costs, and maintain accurate documentation while interfacing with customers to provide updates and technical guidance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of experience in electric motor repair, rewinding, or industrial service environment.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a shop setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling and prioritization of all service work, including rush and routine jobs.
• Coordinate workflow across rewind, mechanical, machine, and support areas to meet deadlines and estimates.
• Monitor job progress, labor hours, and material usage to ensure alignment with quoted costs.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all repair work and documentation.
• Provide technical guidance on electric motor repair, pump repair, diagnostics, rewinding, and equipment servicing.
• Assist in troubleshooting complex repair issues and determining repair vs. replacement recommendations.
• Review and support technical drawings, specifications, and repair procedures when needed.
• Interface with customers to provide recommendations, updates, and technical advice.
• Support service teams in addressing customer concerns and ensuring satisfaction.
• Promote a strong company image through professionalism and technical expertise.
• Supervise daily activities of shop personnel and service supervisors.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to shop employees.
• Ensure team adherence to company policies, procedures, and performance expectations.
• Support workforce planning, scheduling, and skill development initiatives.
• Review job estimates, track cost performance, and identify variances.
• Approve requisitions for tools, parts, and service equipment.
• Ensure accurate job paperwork, documentation, and tracking systems are maintained.
• Enforce all safety procedures and ensure proper use of PPE.
• Drive a safety-first culture across all shop functions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA standards, and internal procedures.
• Oversee maintenance and upkeep of shop equipment and work areas.
• Ensure proper operation, storage, and handling of tools and machinery.
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient workspace practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Blueprints

Electrical schematics

Machining equipment

Job description

Foreman/ Motor Shop Manager

Job Summary

Oversees, coordinates, and prioritizes all service work performed within the electric motor shop, including motor rewinds, pumps, mechanical repairs, machining, and shipping/receiving functions. Ensures efficient workflow, high-quality repairs, cost control, and adherence to safety and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production Management

• Oversee scheduling and prioritization of all service work, including rush and routine jobs


• Coordinate workflow across rewind, mechanical, machine, and support areas to meet deadlines and estimates


• Monitor job progress, labor hours, and material usage to ensure alignment with quoted costs


• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all repair work and documentation

Technical Oversight

• Provide technical guidance on electric motor repair, pump repair, diagnostics, rewinding, and equipment servicing


• Assist in troubleshooting complex repair issues and determining repair vs. replacement recommendations


• Review and support technical drawings, specifications, and repair procedures when needed

Customer Support

• Interface with customers to provide recommendations, updates, and technical advice


• Support service teams in addressing customer concerns and ensuring satisfaction


• Promote a strong company image through professionalism and technical expertise

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise daily activities of shop personnel and service supervisors


• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to shop employees


• Ensure team adherence to company policies, procedures, and performance expectations


• Support workforce planning, scheduling, and skill development initiatives

Financial & Administrative Oversight

• Review job estimates, track cost performance, and identify variances


• Approve requisitions for tools, parts, and service equipment


• Ensure accurate job paperwork, documentation, and tracking systems are maintained

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all safety procedures and ensure proper use of PPE


• Drive a safety-first culture across all shop functions


• Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA standards, and internal procedures

Facility & Equipment Management

• Oversee maintenance and upkeep of shop equipment and work areas


• Ensure proper operation, storage, and handling of tools and machinery


• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient workspace practices

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• 3-5 years of experience in electric motor repair, rewinding, or industrial service environment


• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a shop setting preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of AC/DC motors, rewinding processes, and mechanical repairs


• Ability to read blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical drawings


• Familiarity with machining, balancing, and testing equipment

Leadership Competencies

• Strong team leadership and communication skills


• Ability to prioritize multiple jobs and manage workload effectively


• Problem-solving and decision-making capability in a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing / industrial shop environment


• Exposure to noise, machinery, and electrical components


• Standing, lifting, and physical activity required

Key Performance Indicators (Optional Add-On)

(Aligned with your typical frameworks)

• On-time job completion rate


• Labor vs. estimated hours variance


• Rework / quality defect rate


• Safety incident rate


• Employee skill progression / cross-training completion