Production Foreman

MRINetwork; Amesbury (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MRINetwork is seeking an experienced Production Foreman for a precast concrete facility in Amesbury, MA. The role involves leading daily production, coordinating schedules with the Plant Manager, and ensuring safety and quality across the operation.

The incumbent will oversee production staff, drive efficiency, manage quality control, and participate in hiring, training, and evaluations. A strong background in precast and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in precast concrete production/manufacturing.
• Previous supervisory or lead role in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of production processes and quality systems.
• Awareness of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Experience with machinery, tools, and equipment in manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow written/verbal instructions.
• Comfortable with basic math and practical production solutions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Willing to participate in hiring, training, and evaluations.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily production activities in a precast concrete environment.
• Oversee production of precast concrete products.
• Assign and delegate tasks to production staff as needed.
• Coordinate production schedules with Plant Manager.
• Promote continuous improvement to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Implement and maintain product quality control measures.
• Enforce safety policies and regulations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, environmentally responsible facility.
• Monitor equipment maintenance to minimize interruptions.
• Request parts, materials, and supplies as needed.
• Assess skill/training levels of production employees.
• Participate in hiring, training, evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
• Provide input for employee performance reviews.
• Foster employee involvement and suggestion programs.
• Prepare incident reports for workplace accidents.
• Attend management and production meetings.
• Stay current with industry education and NPCA PQS standards.
• Perform other supervisory duties as needed.

Skills

Precast concrete

Supervisory experience

Blueprint reading

Quality systems

Safety compliance

MS Word

MS Excel

Communication

Mathematical ability

Leadership

Driver's license

Job description

Production Foreman – Precast Concrete

Manufacturing

Position Overview

A leading precast concrete manufacturer is seeking an experienced Production Foreman to lead production activities within an industrial precast manufacturing facility.

The Production Foreman will work closely with the Plant Manager to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production while coordinating employees, equipment, materials, and daily manufacturing priorities. This position will also serve as the Acting Production Manager when the Plant Manager is absent.

The ideal candidate has hands-on precast concrete production experience, strong leadership skills, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily production activities in a precast concrete manufacturing environment.

• Perform and oversee the production of precast concrete products.

• Assign and delegate tasks to production personnel as needed.

• Coordinate production schedules and priorities with the Plant Manager.

• Promote continuous improvement initiatives designed to increase efficiency and reduce production costs.

• Implement and maintain product quality control measures.

• Follow and enforce company safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and environmentally responsible production facility.

• Monitor equipment maintenance activities and tracking to minimize production interruptions.

• Initiate requisitions for parts, materials, and supplies needed for production.

• Determine whether production employees possess the skills and training necessary to perform assigned work.

• Participate in the hiring, training, evaluation, and disciplinary processes for production personnel.

• Provide input for employee performance reviews.

• Develop and encourage employee involvement and suggestion programs.

• Prepare preliminary incident reports when workplace accidents occur.

• Attend management meetings and other relevant production meetings.

• Maintain professional development and stay current with industry education and standards, including NPCA PQS courses.

• Perform other production and supervisory duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in precast concrete production/manufacturing.

• Previous supervisory or lead experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Strong understanding of production processes, quality systems, and industry standards.

• Knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.

• Working knowledge of manufacturing machinery, tools, and equipment.

• Ability to read blueprints and sketches and follow written and verbal instructions.

• Comfortable working with mathematics and applying mathematical concepts to practical production solutions.

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to provide clear, concise instructions.

• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, and other stakeholders.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Valid driver's license.

• Self-motivated, energetic, and results-oriented leadership style.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position assists the Production Manager with the supervision of production employees and assumes Production Manager responsibilities in the manager's absence.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and teamwork

• Critical thinking and problem solving

• Decision-making

• Planning and organization

• Time management

• Attention to detail

• Coordination and delegation

• Conflict management

• Ability to work effectively under pressure

Work Environment

• Industrial precast concrete manufacturing plant.

• Regular exposure to manufacturing equipment, materials, noise, dust, and varying environmental conditions.

• Required to follow all facility safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physical activities involving frequent use of arms and legs and movement of the entire body.

• Ability to climb, lift, balance, walk, stoop, bend, and handle materials.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to safely work at heights of up to 10 feet.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment throughout the workday.