Lead Flooring Foreman — On‑Site Craft Leader

Herb Ritsema Co.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off and sick time.

401(k) with company match

Power and specialty tools provided

Company provided uniforms

Company paid training and development

Year-round work

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Ritsema Associates in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a Flooring Foreman to lead on‑site flooring projects, supervise staff, and ensure work meets timelines and quality standards. The role focuses on coordinating materials, equipment, safety, and daily progress while working closely with the superintendent and PM.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, hands‑on leadership, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading tape measures and using basic carpentry tools.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Must provide and maintain personal hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations to ensure flooring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Attend project startup meetings with the superintendent and estimator/PM to review labor needs, special-order items, and jobsite conditions.
• Conduct daily huddles and toolbox talks to set goals, assign tasks, and track progress.
• Record daily accomplishments and compare them to planned goals to evaluate team performance.
• Manage labor needs proactively and communicate changes to the superintendent.
• Accurately record all labor hours and personnel assignments.
• Anticipate material and equipment needs and place timely orders through the office.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site throughout the project.
• Serve as the primary on‑site contact with the general contractor’s foreman or project manager.
• Resolve scheduling issues directly on‑site when possible.
• Attend weekly progress meetings and represent the company professionally.
• Document all extra work and obtain signed field work orders or extra work sheets before beginning.
• Track all equipment delivered to the site—company-owned or rented—and ensure it is returned.
• Periodically request and reconcile equipment inventory with actual on‑site assets.
• Coordinate job closeout by organizing materials and equipment for pickup and scheduling a final walkthrough with the superintendent.
• Proficient in the use of all flooring tools, mechanical tools, and sanding equipment.
• Capable of completing new flooring installations and working collaboratively with team members.
• Lead by example in professionalism, dependability, and safety practices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reading tape measures

Basic carpentry tools

Job description

Ritsema Associates in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a Flooring Foreman to lead on‑site flooring projects, supervise staff, and ensure work meets timelines and quality standards. The role focuses on coordinating materials, equipment, safety, and daily progress while working closely with the superintendent and PM.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, hands‑on leadership, and a commitment to safety.