Millwright Foreman

Location: Indianapolis

Pay $32 – $36 per hour, based on experience

Grand Industrial is seeking an experienced Millwright Foreman to lead crews while performing hands-on industrial equipment installation, mechanical maintenance, welding, and fabrication for the Lebanon, Indiana area.

This working foreman oversees the safe and efficient installation, alignment, troubleshooting, repair, relocation, and modification of machinery in manufacturing, processing, and construction environments. The Millwright Foreman works closely with the Project Manager to plan work, coordinate crews, tools, and materials, and ensure projects meet quality standards, schedules, and budgets.

The ideal candidate brings strong millwright and mechanical skills, proven crew leadership experience, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment and solve problems independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate millwrights and mechanical technicians; assign work, communicate priorities, and monitor progress and quality.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to plan and execute mechanical projects, evaluate equipment, tool, material, and safety needs, and coordinate resources.
• Perform and oversee mechanical repairs, maintenance, servicing, and troubleshooting on industrial machinery and production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Disassemble, relocate, reassemble, install, anchor, and align machinery; assist with rigging, lifting, and positioning equipment.
• Work with conveyors, motors, bearings, belt and power transmission systems, gearboxes, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, and piping systems.
• Perform welding and fabrication for equipment repairs and modifications, including supports, brackets, structural components, piping, guards, and machinery reinforcements.
• Cut, grind, fit, and fabricate metal components; safely operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, torches, grinders, diagnostic tools, and measuring instruments.
• Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, schematics, technical manuals, and engineering specifications.
• Inspect equipment and systems to identify potential problems and implement preventive maintenance measures.
• Train and mentor team members to strengthen technical skills, safe work practices, and job performance.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate progress, safety concerns, mechanical issues, and resource needs to the Project Manager.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent in accordance with company reporting requirements.
• Enforce company policies, applicable industry regulations, and safe practices; maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Work at various industrial and construction job sites as project needs require.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a millwright or in a mechanical supervisory role.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to direct, motivate, and develop a crew.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and in-depth knowledge of industrial machinery, power transmission, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, piping, and equipment alignment.
• Working knowledge of welding and fabrication processes; hands‑on experience in industrial environments is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices and compliance with company policies.
• Availability for weekend work when required.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check.
• Current driver’s license with the ability to pass a DOT physical to operate equipment.
• 401(k) with company matching
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Employee referral program

Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person — Lebanon, Indiana area