Shop Foreman
Listed on 2026-11-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Fabrication, Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG
Shop Foreman – 2nd Shift
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Shop Foreman for the 2nd shift (4:00pm to 12:30pm) to oversee daily operations in our fabrication facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing a team of skilled workers, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and safely. This role requires strong leadership skills and a solid understanding of fabrication processes.
Monthly shop incentive pay is included with this position.
Critical Job Functions
- Supervise all shift employees in the areas of fabrication, assembly, and shipping.
- Assure that safety procedures are followed at all times.
- Personally layout and fabricate jobs (working foreman position)
- Follow job schedule provided by the Plant Manager.
- Assist fabricators with layout and fabrication of jobs.
Other Job Duties
- Assist fabricators in the correct set-up and operation of equipment.
- Perform equipment maintenance as directed by Plant Manager.
Qualifications
- Previous supervisory experience in a shop environment.
- Must have seven or more years of relevant experience in the metal fabricating industry, including the safe operation of punch presses, press brakes, and other fabricating equipment.
- Demonstrated expert ability with light gage Mig welding. (A practical welding test will be administered)
- Demonstrated knowledge of safety and operation issues related to metal fabricating industry.
Demonstrated experience with blueprint reading. (A practical test will be administered)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Overtime
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- metal fabricating: 7 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lombard, IL 60148 (Required)
Work Location:
In person
The Pate Company is a manufacturer of building materials in the commercial HVAC industry.
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