General Foreman

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The General Foreman oversees all production operations and personnel for heavy steel fabrication which may include government ship repair and/or NAVSEA projects. This role manages all aspects of assigned projects from initiation through completion, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contractual, quality, and regulatory requirements. The position collaborates closely with the Director of Operations, Plant Managers, Fabrication Project Managers, and Fabrication Supervisors to meet project milestones, schedules, and budgets.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manage all production operations, project execution, and fabrication personnel for heavy steel projects.
• Manage Fabrication Supervisors and coordinate daily work activities and tasks.
• Plan, schedule, and execute multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timelines and milestones are met.
• Review and interpret detailed drawings, shop drawings, design documents, installation drawings, and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with NAVSEA, government, and company standards, including AISC, AWS, and OSHA regulations.
• Develop detailed project plans, including labor, material, and equipment requirements, and implement schedules to meet contractual obligations.
• Monitor project metrics, identifying deviations in quality, cost, or schedule.
• Prepare project budgets, monitor job percent-complete, and manage change orders.
• Facilitate ongoing communication and coordination with customers, co-workers, and other company departments to ensure workflow efficiency.
• Enforce company policies, quality assurance procedures, and ensure adherence to project safety plans in coordination with the Safety Manager.
• Apply sound judgment in managing employee productivity, attendance, and other HR-related matters.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to personnel to optimize team performance and project outcomes.
• Utilize strong knowledge of manufacturing/production processes, techniques, and materials to improve efficiency and quality.
• Prioritize tasks effectively and organize workflows for multiple projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Interpret schematics, drawings, and technical documents to support fabrication and assembly operations.
• Directly supervises Fabrication Supervisors and production personnel.
• Authority to manage workflow, assign tasks, enforce policies, and monitor quality and production standards.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent in related work experience; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in heavy steel fabrication, including government ship repair and NAVSEA projects preferred
• At least 3-5 years of supervisory or foreman-level experience in a fabrication or industrial environment preferred.
• Welding certifications or other technical certifications preferred.
• OSHA or safety certifications a plus.

Required

Skills and Abilities

:

• Advanced knowledge of heavy steel fabrication processes, fitting, welding methods, and fabrication quality standards.
• Proficiency with AISC, AWS, and other relevant industry codes.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and teams simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Budgeting, estimating, and supervisory skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA compliance and other industry regulations.
• Ability to interpret schematics, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.

Competencies:

• Upholds Safety and Quality Standards
• Embodies Team Spirit
• Relentless Customer Focus
• Conveys Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
• Executes with Excellence and Velocity
• Inspires Team Members
• Communicates Effectively
• Resolves Problems
• Elevates Those Around Them

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel may be required.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and inspect fabrication areas. Occasional stooping, kneeling, climbing, and reaching may be required. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds independently. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Exposure to shop floor environments, moving mechanical parts, welding operations, airborne particles, noise, high heat, and other hazards. PPE is required. All Keel locations are tobacco-free where appropriate.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Keel provides equal employment opportunities…