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Shop Foreman

Peltier Ford

Longview, Texas

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Automotive Manufacturing, Best Practices, Blueprints, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Disciplinary Action, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, HVAC, High School Diploma, Hydraulic Engineering, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Machining, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Mathematics, Mentoring, Metrics, OSHA, Operations, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Planning, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Resource Management, Safety Standards, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Workplace Issues
LOCATION
Longview, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Title: Shop Foreman

Reports to: ROB VAN HEISE

Location: LONGVIEW TX

Position Summary: The Shop Foreman oversees daily shop operations, coordinates workflow, supervises technicians  AND, enforces safety and quality standards, and ensures on-time completion of production and repair work. The Foreman acts as the primary point of contact for personnel issues, scheduling, equipment maintenance, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and lead a team of 8 technicians, machinists, and/or mechanics; assign tasks and monitor performance.
  • Schedule daily work, prioritize jobs, and allocate resources to meet customer deadlines and production targets.
  • Ensure adherence to quality standards and customer specifications; inspect work and perform final checks.
  • Enforce shop safety policies, maintain a clean work environment, and ensure compliance with OSHA and company procedures.
  • Train, coach, and mentor staff; conduct performance reviews and recommend disciplinary actions as needed.
  • Maintain equipment and tooling schedules; coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs.
  • Monitor inventory of materials, consumables, and spare parts; place orders and control costs.
  • Collaborate with production planning, engineering, and sales to resolve technical issues and improve workflows.
  • Track labor hours, job costs, and productivity metrics; prepare reports for management.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve throughput.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical diploma, trade school, or associate degree preferred.
  • [3–7]+ years hands-on experience in a shop environment (fabrication, manufacturing, automotive, HVAC, etc.), with at least [1–3] years in a supervisory role.
  • Solid knowledge of [ machining, fabrication, CNC, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, or relevant trade skills].
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Proficient with job scheduling, basic shop math, blueprint reading, and measuring tools.
  • Familiarity with safety regulations (OSHA) and shop best practices.

Preferred Certifications / Skills:

  • Experience with inventory/POS systems, CMMS, or ERP software.
  • Lean manufacturing / continuous improvement training (Kaizen, 5S).

Working Conditions:

  • Full-time, on-site position. Regular day shifts; occasional overtime and weekend work as needed.
  • Physically demanding: standing, lifting (up to 75 lbs), bending, and working in shop environments with noise, dust, and chemicals; PPE required.

Compensation:

  • Salary/hourly range: plus benefits: Healthcare, PTO, retirement, bonuses, etc.].

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