Shop Foreman Millwork Metal Fabrication

Skilled Trades Partners; Clifton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Trades Partners seeks a hands-on Shop Foreman to lead a brand-new Wood-Metal Integration Department in Clifton, NJ. Expect to guide a production-focused team, build premium millwork onto stainless steel cabinetry, and develop efficient workflows for a unique wood-metal fusion shop.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, quality control, and coordinating with the metal fabrication team to deliver high-end commercial projects. Competitive salary with overtime and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial or architectural millwork experience.
• Previous leadership or Shop Foreman experience.
• Experience with stainless steel or wood-metal integration preferred.
• Strong hands-on leadership while guiding a team.
• MRP/ERP experience is a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example as a working Shop Foreman on the production floor.
• Build and assemble premium millwork onto stainless steel cabinetry.
• Help design the workflow and layout of the new millwork department.
• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of cabinet makers and millworkers.
• Develop quality standards and production processes.
• Coordinate with the metal fabrication team for seamless production flow.

Skills

Leadership

Millwork

Fabrication

Stainless steel

MRP/ERP

Hands-on

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Shop Foreman – Hybrid Millwork & Metal Fabrication

Clifton, NJ | $75,000–$80,000 + Overtime | Direct Hire

We're hiring an experienced Shop Foreman to lead the launch of a brand-new Wood-Metal Integration Department with an established manufacturing company in Clifton, NJ.

This is a unique opportunity for a hands‑on leader who enjoys building alongside their team—not managing from an office. You'll play a key role in developing shop processes, helping build the team, and producing high‑end commercial products that combine architectural millwork with stainless steel fabrication.

What You'll Do

• Lead by example as a working Shop Foreman on the production floor
• Build and assemble premium millwork onto stainless steel cabinetry
• Help design the workflow and layout of the new millwork department
• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of skilled cabinet makers and millworkers
• Develop quality standards and production processes
• Ensure products meet strict commercial quality and sanitary standards
• Coordinate with the metal fabrication team for seamless production flow

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of commercial or architectural millwork experience
• Previous leadership or Shop Foreman experience
• Skilled finish millworker with strong fabrication abilities
• Experience working with stainless steel or integrating wood with metal is highly preferred
• Comfortable working hands‑on while leading a team
• Strong computer skills (MRP/ERP experience is a major plus)
• Experience with commercial projects such as hospitals, universities, stadiums, or foodservice environments is a plus

Schedule

• Monday–Friday
• 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch
• Overtime available

Compensation & Benefits

• $75,000–$80,000 annual salary
• Overtime opportunities
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Union healthcare and pension benefits
• IRA match
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Long‑term career opportunity with an established manufacturing company

If you're a skilled millwork professional ready to help build something from the ground up while staying hands‑on in the shop, we'd love to hear from you.