Weld Shop Foreman

Freedom Waterworks; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in waterworks is seeking a Weld Shop Foreman to manage piping projects. Responsibilities include coordinating production schedules, overseeing inventory, and training staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and organizational skills, ensuring timely project completion and maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of production operations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production schedules with the Director of Steel Fabrication.
• Oversee inventory levels for fabrication components.
• Train and educate staff in the Water Pipe Industry.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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 Director 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.
• Oversees inventory levels for pipe, flanges, fittings, structural components, welding consumables etc. are maintained to meet requirements of open orders.
• Coordinates with Director of Steel Fabrication to confirm all products requiring paint/galvanizing/pickling are scheduled and completed before the required shipment date.
• Maintains communication between Director of Steel Fabrication and fabrication shop as materials are being purchased, received, fabricated, painted, and shipped to the final destination.
• Supervises employees that work in the fab shop including the creation of and implementation of a system of accountability for all direct reports, and hiring/firing decisions with approval of executive management.
• 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.
• Handles issues that arise in relation to fab shop maintenance and daily warehouse operations.
• Trains and educates welders, fitters, and helpers in order to increase their knowledge of the AWWA Water Pipe Industry.
• Assists the executive management team in enhancing the culture, reputation and profitability of the company by being on time, having a great attitude, and setting the example of hard work and dependability for the team you manage.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production operations and machinery.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to complete 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 25 pounds at a time.

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.