Steel Fabrication Foreman

Freedom Waterworks; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Waterworks in Houston, TX is seeking a Weld Shop Foreman to manage carbon and stainless-steel piping projects from shop order to delivery. You will coordinate with the Manager of Steel Fabrication to build schedules, ensure on-time production, and supervise shop staff.

Responsibilities include training welders, enforcing safety procedures, improving quality, and controlling costs while maintaining a productive workflow and strong team performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior exceptional work experience with the company preferred.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedule with the Manager of Steel Fabrication.
• Ensure orders are ready by shipment date.
• Train welders and shop staff to improve skills.
• Enforce safety procedures and QA/QC at the shop.
• Identify operational improvements to boost quality and reduce costs.
• Coordinate job sequencing with the Manager of Steel Fabrication.
• Oversee material flow and supplies.

Skills

Leadership

Operations knowledge

Time management

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary/Objective:

The Weld Shop Foreman will manage all aspects of fabricated carbon and stainless-steel piping projects from the moment a shop order is turned into the shop until delivery is made and the client is satisfied.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coordinates with Manager of Steel Fabrication to build an accurate production schedule.
• Ensures the production schedule is adhered to so that orders are ready by their required shipment date.
• Assist in developing and evaluating time required by shop staff to complete fit up and welding in order to accurately estimate costs for future projects.
• Supervises employees that work in the steel fab shop including the creation of and implementation of a system of accountability for all direct reports, and hiring/firing decisions with approval of Manager of Steel Fabrication.
• Works with or as a QA/QC personnel to ensure that all safety procedures are being followed in the shop.
• Actively suggests clean operational improvements to enhance quality, production, and reduce cost.
• Trains and educates welders, fitters, and helpers in order to increase their knowledge of the AWWA Water Pipe Industry.
• Supports company culture and performance by leading with a positive attitude, punctuality, and dependability.
• Coordinate with the Manager of Steel Fabrication on the order in which jobs are released and who they are assigned to.
• Manage the flow of supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of, or ability to quickly learn, production operations and machinery
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proven time-management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software for reports and logs

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior exceptional work experience with the company preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to traverse the production facility.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Compensation:

• $31.97/hr.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Freedom Waterworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.