Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Join our team at Hanover Iron Works, Inc. as a Misc Metal Foreman, you will be responsible for the day-to-day execution, supervision, and performance of the miscellaneous metals fabrication shop. As an essential part of our professional and customer-centric team, you will ensure safe, productive, and high-quality fabrication operations while managing shop personnel, workflow, scheduling execution, equipment utilization, and shop organization.
Take the next step in your career and apply today to be a part of a forward-thinking company that values high performance and flexibility in a fast-paced environment. You can get great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off.
A Little About Hanover Iron Works
Hanover Iron Works has been fabricating and erecting customized steel stairways, rails, and other miscellaneous metal components for more than 60 years.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Production Management
-
Manage daily miscellaneous metals fabrication operations.
-
Execute production schedules and priorities established by operations leadership.
-
Coordinate manpower and workflow to maximize shop efficiency.
-
Monitor fabrication progress and provide production status updates.
-
Coordinate fitting, welding, assembly, and material handling activities within the shop.
Workforce Leadership
-
Supervise miscellaneous metals fabrication personnel including fitters, welders, operators, and laborers.
-
Support employee accountability, development, and training initiatives.
-
Conduct daily production and safety meetings.
-
Maintain proper staffing levels and labor utilization.
-
Promote teamwork, communication, and operational accountability within the shop.
Safety & Quality
-
Enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
-
Ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, fabrication tolerances, and project specifications.
-
Address fabrication deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
-
Promote housekeeping and shop organization standards.
-
Coordinate with QC personnel regarding inspections and quality concerns.
Facility & Equipment Oversight
-
Monitor fabrication equipment condition and operational readiness.
-
Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair needs with management.
-
Ensure proper material handling, storage, and consumable inventory levels.
-
Support shop organization and continuous improvement initiatives.
KPI & Reporting
-
Track labor hours, productivity, rework, and operational efficiency.
-
Monitor schedule adherence and production throughput.
-
Participate in KPI reviews and operational reporting meetings.
-
Assist with manpower planning and production forecasting.
QUALIFICATIONS
-
5–10 years of miscellaneous metals fabrication experience.
-
Previous foreman or fabrication leadership experience preferred.
-
Strong understanding of miscellaneous metals fabrication operations and workflow.
-
Experience managing labor, production scheduling, and shop operations.
-
Strong leadership and communication skills.
-
Knowledge of fabrication safety and quality standards.
