Industrial Mechanical Foreman​/Foreman

Job Description

Industrial Mechanical Foreman / Working Foreman – $30–$40/HR

DIRECT HIRE | PERMANENT POSITION | FULL-TIME

THIS IS A DIRECT-HIRE OPPORTUNITY — NOT TEMPORARY, TEMP-TO-HIRE, OR CONTRACT WORK!

Location: Palmyra, PA
Pay: $30–$40 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Overtime Opportunities

EXPERIENCED INDUSTRIAL MECHANICS, PIPE FITTERS, MILLWRIGHTS & WORKING FOREMEN — WE WANT TO TALK TO YOU!

Are you an experienced industrial mechanical professional who knows how to get the job done AND lead a crew? This could be your next career opportunity!

Murphy's Family Staffing is recruiting an Industrial Mechanical Foreman / Working Foreman for an established industrial mechanical contractor based in Palmyra, Pennsylvania.

We're looking for a hands-on professional with experience in industrial pipe fitting, pipe welding, mechanical equipment installation, millwright work, machinery maintenance, and industrial fabrication.

You don't need 10–15 years of supervisory experience to qualify! If you have a strong industrial mechanical background, can read blueprints, perform quality work, and have the ability to lead other skilled tradespeople, we want to hear from you.

This is a WORKING FOREMAN position, not a job where you stand around supervising. You'll work alongside your crew while helping coordinate projects, maintain safety, and ensure quality workmanship.

PAY & BENEFITS

• $30–$40/hour, based on qualifications and experience
• PERMANENT, DIRECT-HIRE EMPLOYMENT
• Full-time, year-round employment
• Overtime opportunities and premium pay where applicable
• Health insurance and employee benefits
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits
• Company vehicle, phone, and equipment for qualifying foremen
• Opportunity for advancement within an established industrial contractor

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Industrial Pipe fitting & Welding

• Perform industrial pipe layout, fitting, fabrication, and installation.
• Cut, bend, thread, align, and weld piping systems.
• Work with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other materials.
• Perform TIG (GTAW), MIG (GMAW), and Stick (SMAW) welding.
• Read piping drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications.

Industrial Mechanical & Millwright Work

• Install, repair, maintain, and modify industrial machinery and equipment.
• Work on bearings, drives, shafts, conveyors, and mechanical systems.
• Perform equipment alignment, leveling, and machinery installation.
• Install or modify industrial ductwork and fluid-handling systems.
• Assist with rigging, structural steel supports, platforms, and equipment setting.
• Perform cutting, grinding, metal fabrication, and equipment demolition when required.

Working Foreman & Field Leadership

• Help lead industrial mechanics, millwrights, welders, and pipe fitters on job sites.
• Work directly alongside crew members to complete projects.
• Coordinate daily work activities, tools, equipment, and materials.
• Train and mentor less-experienced employees.
• Maintain safe working conditions and enforce jobsite safety requirements.
• Communicate with customers, project managers, and superintendents.
• Perform quality inspections and assist with project documentation.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

REQUIRED / CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• 2–5+ years of hands-on industrial mechanical experience or equivalent knowledge and skills.
• Strong knowledge of industrial piping systems, layout, pipe fitting, and installation.
• Hands-on experience with industrial mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience with industrial welding processes and metal fabrication.
• Familiarity with industrial equipment repair, installation, and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and assist in directing other tradespeople.
• Strong…