Carpenter Foreman

Carpenter Foreman

Position Summary

At BLUvera, we are transforming the construction industry through innovative manufacturing, prefabrication, and industrialized construction solutions. The Carpenter Foreman is responsible for leading a team of Production Workers in the safe, efficient, and high-quality fabrication and assembly of construction components within a manufacturing environment.

This position combines hands-on carpentry expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring work is completed according to production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements. The Carpenter Foreman serves as a mentor, coach, and technical resource for team members while driving productivity and continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Lead, direct, and support a team of Production Workers engaged in fabrication and assembly activities.
• Assign daily work tasks and monitor progress to ensure production goals are achieved.
• Train, coach, and develop team members on construction methods, quality standards, safety procedures, and best practices.
• Promote a positive team environment focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Assist with onboarding and training new employees.
• Communicate production priorities, schedule changes, and operational updates to team members.

Carpentry & Production Operations

• Perform and oversee carpentry work related to prefabricated building components, modular assemblies, wall panels, floor systems, and structural elements.
• Interpret construction drawings, blueprints, specifications, and work instructions.
• Ensure materials are measured, cut, assembled, and installed accurately according to design requirements.
• Verify completed work meets BLUvera quality standards and customer expectations.
• Identify and resolve production or construction-related issues before they impact schedules.
• Assist with prototype builds, process improvements, and new product implementation.

Safety & Quality

• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety observations and address unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately.
• Perform quality inspections throughout the production process.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and work areas remain organized and maintained.
• Support corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Production Planning & Coordination

• Coordinate workflow to maximize labor efficiency and production output.
• Monitor production schedules and staffing needs.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and Maintenance teams to resolve issues and maintain production flow.
• Track daily production performance and communicate progress to leadership.
• Support inventory control and material management activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of carpentry, construction, production, or manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of leadership, crew lead, foreman, or supervisory experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and technical specifications.
• Strong knowledge of carpentry tools, equipment, materials, and construction methods.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive performance.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in prefabrication, modular construction, panelization, or manufacturing.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Forklift, telehandler, or aerial lift certification.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Experience using production management or manufacturing software systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physical…