Parts and Plates Shop Foreman

Kinsley Steel, Inc.; York (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinsley Steel, Inc. is seeking a 2nd Shift Parts and Plates Shop Foreman to lead daily fabrication activities, coordinate schedules, and ensure on-time delivery. You will supervise shop staff, enforce safety and quality standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production goals.

The role requires strong leadership, English communication, and knowledge of the steel fabrication industry. A high school diploma and proficiency with MS Office are required.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a shop or production team.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.
• Detailed knowledge of the steel fabrication industry and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide shop employees on a daily basis.
• Adhere to company policies and safety standards.
• Manage fabrication shop activities, personnel, equipment, and materials.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

English proficiency

Industry knowledge

Customer service

MS Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A Little About Us

Since 1985, Kinsley Steel has been delivering unmatched quality steel on time and on budget. Our certified and highly-skilled teams specialize in structural steel design, engineering, detailing, fabrication, erection and retrofit to existing structural members.

A Little About Us

Since 1985, Kinsley Steel has been delivering unmatched quality steel on time and on budget. Our certified and highly-skilled teams specialize in structural steel design, engineering, detailing, fabrication, erection and retrofit to existing structural members.

The 2nd Shift Parts and Plates Shop Foreman is responsible for directing and coordinating daily performance, fabrication and production activities during the second shift. This position provides hands‑on leadership to shop personnel, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards and production schedules. The Foreman serves as the primary point of contact for shift operations and collaborates cross‑functionally with other fabrication facilities, project management, logistics, purchasing, and others to ensure on time delivery and company objectives are consistently achieved.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance for shop employees
• Adhere to and enforce all company policies
• Manage all aspects of the fabrication shop, including personnel, equipment, tools, materials, etc.
• Update and maintain the appropriate items in the production schedule
• Update and maintain the fabrication schedule
• Coordinate and schedule deliveries
• Establish and publish standard fabrication procedures
• Maintain high quality standards and quality control procedures to ensure that the customers get a quality product on time
• Continually evaluate production procedures to increase effectiveness of employees, efficiency of production, and improve quality
• Communicate with other departments to ensure project schedules are met
• Maintain all equipment and buildings as applicable and necessary
• Communicate with other departments and facilities, as necessary, regarding product status, quality, and delivery
• Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Make decisions that protect the best interests of the company
• Maintain a balanced workload in the shop and provide feedback to the Regional Fabrication Operations Manager as needed
• Maintain inventory levels as needed and discussed with the First Shift Foreman, Regional Fabrication Operations Manager and Purchasing.
• Determine work hours as needed to maintain delivery schedules

Requirements

• Managerial or supervisory experience required
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Detailed knowledge of industry
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Must be able to work 2nd shift schedule as well as overtime and Saturdays as needed

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Kinsley Steel, Inc.

is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Kinsley Steel, Inc.

is a participant in the Federal E-Verify Program.