Production Foreman

Galvan Industries, Inc; Harrisburg (NC); In loco; USD 60.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Galvan Industries, Inc in Harrisburg, NC is seeking a Production Foreman to lead hourly staff, schedule shift work, and ensure quality and safety. This role reports to the Production Manager and supports Lean manufacturing initiatives.

The position requires 2+ years as a foreman or 5+ years in a progressive team-lead role, plus the ability to work nights and weekends. Non-exempt, on-site assignment with room for growth.

Competenze

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a foreman in a production environment or 5 years in a team lead role with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Experience managing 20-25 employees.
• Ability to coordinate a complex workflow across multiple departments.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including nights and weekends.
• Strong business acumen with cost control/reduction awareness.

Mansioni

• Lead hourly employees during assigned shift operations.
• Assign manpower and coordinate workflow across departments.
• Ensure compliance with plant safety and PPE requirements.
• Monitor production flow and elevate operational issues.
• Coordinate with maintenance during equipment downtime.
• Support training and onboarding of new employees.
• Ensure quality standards are followed during production.
• Document production performance, downtime, and staffing issues.
• Conduct shift pass down communication and daily prioritization.
• Promote housekeeping and operational discipline.

Conoscenze

Proactive

Team player

Strong organizational skills

Communication

Formazione

High School Diploma/GED

Descrizione del lavoro

• Location 7315 GALVAN WAY,Harrisburg, NC, 28075-4300,United States
• Other Compensation Annul Bonus Program
• Job Category Management, Production, Supervisor
• Industry Manufacturing
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Manage Others Yes

Description

The Production Foreman is responsible for leading employees, scheduling work activities, ensuring quality of workmanship, training and educating employees on safety guidelines, company policies, and production equipment. Responsible for productivity and quality management. This position reports to the Production Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead hourly employees during assigned shift operations.
• Assign manpower and coordinate workflow across departments.
• Ensure compliance with all plant safety and PPE requirements.
• Monitor production flow and elevate operational issues.
• Coordinate with maintenance during equipment downtime.
• Support training and onboarding of new employees.
• Ensure quality standards are followed during production.
• Document production performance, downtime, and staffing issues.
• Conduct shift pass down communication.
• Maintain housekeeping and operational discipline throughout the shift.

Safety Leadership

• Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture.
• Ensure all shift activities comply with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, electrical safety, and other safe work practices.
• Conduct toolbox talks and participate in safety meetings.
• Investigate accidents that occur during shift and assist with implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure proper use of tools, mobile equipment and personal protective equipment.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop assigned shift employees.
• Establish daily work priorities and communicate expectations.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.
• Identify training needs and conduct on the job training.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and a positive work environment.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and quality.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend process improvements that reduce costs and increase productivity.
• Support implementation of new equipment and process improvements.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience as a foreman in a production environment or 5 years of experience in a team lead role with progressively increasing levels of responsibility.

• Must be pro-active, self-motivated, and a team player
• Experience managing 20-25 employees
• Must be capable of coordinating a complex work flow across multiple departments
• Qualified candidates will have a keen business acumen, combined with strong fiscal awareness and understanding -as it relates to cost control/reduction, particularly with regard to immediate and critical operational decisions.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and hours including nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

Summary

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, wet conditions, extreme heat, fumes and airborne particles, toxic and caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move throughout the facility including on uneven terrain. Duties also require moving items up to 50lbs.

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee as required.

This job does require a pre-employment drug screen.

Additional Information

• Is this a new position or backfill? Backfill
• What is the anticipated position start date? Oct 21, 2026