What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Foreman position at Taurus Industrial Group, LLC?
Key Responsibilities:
- Team Supervision:
- Supervise, schedule, and coordinate the activities of craftsmen and technicians.
- Provide training, guidance, and performance evaluations.
- Ensure all staff adhere to safety policies and procedures.
- Operations Management:
- Assign and prioritize repair and maintenance tasks.
- Monitor workflow to ensure timely and quality completion of work orders.
- Maintain inventory of parts, tools, and supplies.
- Ensure proper documentation of work orders, timecards, and reports.
- Technical Oversight:
- Diagnose mechanical problems and provide technical guidance on repairs.
- Inspect completed work to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
- Assist in complex mechanical repairs and troubleshooting as needed.
- Health and Safety Compliance:
- Enforce shop safety protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Conduct regular inspections of equipment and tools to ensure safe operation.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Customer Service (if applicable):
- Communicate with customers or internal departments regarding repair timelines, costs, and recommendations.
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through timely and effective service.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree in a mechanical field preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a mechanical or maintenance shop environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, tools, and diagnostics.
- Proficiency in reading technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
- Working knowledge of shop management software and Microsoft Office.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time position; may require overtime or weekend hours.
- Work is primarily performed in a mechanical shop environment.
- May require lifting heavy objects, standing for long periods, and exposure to noise, grease, and fumes.