Panel Shop Foreman

Goforth Williamson Inc.; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Wellness resources

Employee referral programs

Job summary

Goforth Williamson, Inc. (GWI) seeks a Panel Shop Foreman to lead the panel shop, ensuring custom control panels meet strict standards and deadlines. This role drives quality, safety, and efficiency in a growing Controls Division.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, experience in panel fabrication per UL 508A, and a passion for delivering high-quality work on schedule. Located in Georgia, this position offers growth within a respected engineering team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience supervising/ coordinating control panel manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of electrical schematics required.
• Proficiency in building industrial control panels per UL 508A standards.
• Familiarity with shop safety practices.
• Ability to functionally test basic control panels for operation.
• Experience enforcing quality control to ensure panels leave the shop in good condition.
• Strong leadership and communication to mentor a team.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand long periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of panel shop employees, ensuring work meets specs, is on time, and UL standards.
• Coordinate scheduling and resources to meet production timelines.
• Develop a program for overtime to handle emergencies.
• Liaise between panel shop and engineering to resolve design issues.
• Inspect panels for quality before shipment.
• Document progress using project tracking software.
• Maintain stock levels of inventory and tools, order replenishments.
• Ensure the shop is organized, clean, and safe.

Skills

Leadership

Panel shop supervision

Electrical schematics

UL 508A knowledge

Quality control

Safety practices

Team mentoring

Tools handling

Tools

UL 508A standards knowledge

Job description

About Us
Goforth Williamson, Inc. (GWI) was formed in February 2004 by two mechanical engineers with over 30 years of combined rotating equipment experience. Since then, GWI has grown to over 50 full-time specialists in pumping equipment and related applications, with backgrounds spanning OEM manufacturers, motor shops, contractors, machine shops, and rotating equipment repair facilities.

About Us
Goforth Williamson, Inc. (GWI) was formed in February 2004 by two mechanical engineers with over 30 years of combined rotating equipment experience. Since then, GWI has grown to over 50 full-time specialists in pumping equipment and related applications, with backgrounds spanning OEM manufacturers, motor shops, contractors, machine shops, and rotating equipment repair facilities.
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Responsibilities & Qualifications
Job Summary
The Panel Shop Foreman will lead and oversee all activities within the panel shop, ensuring that all custom control panels are built to the highest standards and meet project timelines. This role will be integral to the continued growth and success of GWI's Controls Division, helping to shape its foundation and establishing the company as the leader in pump station controls across Georgia. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, possesses strong leadership skills, and is passionate about quality and team success.
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct the daily activities of panel shop employees, ensuring work is completed to specification, on time, and in compliance with safety and UL standards. Provide guidance and support to ensure all tasks are carried out efficiently and accurately.
• Ensure that all projects remain on task and on schedule. Assume full responsibility for panel job scheduling and for coordinating resources to meet production timelines.
• Develop and implement a program for overtime work to handle emergency panel jobs as they arise.
• Act as the liaison between the panel shop and engineering teams. Proactively communicate issues such as missing parts, design discrepancies, or delays, ensuring timely resolution to keep projects moving forward.
• Take ownership of the quality of all work leaving the panel shop. Conduct thorough inspections of completed panels to ensure they are fully tested, complete, and meet the highest standards of accuracy and craftsmanship before shipment.
• Prepare and submit quality control forms to upper management upon the completion of each project. Document work progress and maintain up-to-date records of panel shop activities in project tracking software.
• Maintain stock levels of inventory, consumable materials, tools, and equipment. Develop a regular routine to check stock levels and order replenishments.
• Ensure that the shop remains organized, clean, and safe for all employees and visitors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in control panel manufacturing supervision/coordination required. Candidates with experience in a similar role who possess a strong technical aptitude and a desire to learn will also be considered.
• A working knowledge of electrical schematics and a basic understanding of electricity is required.
• Proficiency in building industrial control panels per UL 508A standards.
• Familiarity with safety practices in a shop environment.
• Ability to functionally test basic control panels for proper operation.
• Experience in providing/enforcing quality control measures to ensure every finished panel leaves the shop in good working order and with the highest aesthetic quality.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to mentor and guide team members while ensuring a collaborative work environment.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods.
• Proficiency with power tools such as drills, jigsaws, cutting wheels, etc.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work on schedule.
• A positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges in a fast-growing department.

Additional Information
This position is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role in a growing division with the potential for further career advancement as the company expands its controls operations. As Panel Shop Foreman, you will play a key role in ensuring that GWI continues to deliver high-quality, reliable control panels to our customers.
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