Lead Machine Operator & Shop Foreman

Lead Machine Operator & Shop Foreman

Company: Metal Supermarkets

Location: 5820 Plauche St, Elmwood, LA 70123

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $41,600 + per year

License Requirement: Valid Louisiana Class D Driver’s License (Required)

The Mission: Lead from the Front

Are you a high-performer ready to lead a team in a fast-paced, industrial environment? We are seeking a Lead Machine Operator & Shop Foreman who balances technical expertise with leadership grit. We aren’t just looking for someone to run machines; we need a shop floor general who thrives on efficiency, drives team performance, and takes personal pride in "winning" the day.

Core Responsibilities & Workflow Management

• Production Oversight: Lead morning strategy sessions to assign tasks and optimize daily production schedules using lean principles.
• Precision Metal Processing: Expertly operate and oversee the use of hydraulic shears, cold saws, and fully automatic robotic band saws.
• Quality Assurance (QA): Ensure all orders are picked, cut, and processed with 100% accuracy to exact specifications.
• Logistics & Fleet Leadership: Safely operate a 21' flatbed truck for client deliveries and coordinate optimized delivery routes.
• Inventory Control: Manage indoor warehouse stock, overseeing forklift operations, receiving, and inventory organization.
• Technical Mentorship: Act as the primary safety lead, training junior operators on industrial equipment and shop best practices.

Candidate Requirements (Technical & Leadership)

• The Lead Mindset: A naturally competitive, highly motivated professional focused on personal and team excellence.
• Experience: 3+ years in metal fabrication, industrial machine operation, or shop management.
• Technical Proficiency: Mastery of precision measuring devices (tape measures to 1/16th, decimals, and fractions).
• Regulatory Compliance: Must possess a valid Louisiana Class D Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift 60 lbs unassisted and remain active in a high-output warehouse environment.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to build trust with customers and clear, direct communication to lead the shop team.

Why Metal Supermarkets?

• Growth Trajectory: We prioritize promoting from within and provide comprehensive leadership and technical training.
• Legacy & Stability: Join an established, essential industry leader backed by a 40-year global brand.
• Performance Culture: We invest in leaders who possess a growth mindset and a competitive spirit.

How to Apply

To be considered for this leadership position, please submit a resume highlighting your supervisory experience and technical machine proficiency.

To move forward in the selection process, all applicants must fully complete the external assessment at the link below:

Mandatory Next Step

https://metalsupermarkets.prevuehub.com/selfregistration?url=n5%7Cqm

Metal Supermarkets: The World’s Largest Small-Quantity Metal Supplier.

Have you always had a natural way with people? Do you love to help? Are you good with your hands and value great customer service? Do you think “yes” before “no?” Are you solutions driven and take pride in customer satisfaction? These traits could make you the perfect fit for a job with variety and great compensation in a stable industry with a rapidly expanding organization.
Metal Supermarkets is the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals with stores across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. We sell a variety of metal products and cutting services to businesses and consumers. Our customers love us because of our outstanding customer service. We’re fast, friendly, convenient and knowledgeable. We’re passionate about service.

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