What are the responsibilities and job description for the Woodshop Foreman position at Urban Lumber Company?
Job Title: Woodshop Shop Foreman
Location: Springfield, OR
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us
Founded in 2006, Urban Lumber Company is a leading provider of the nation's most stunning and original live edge slabs. We specialize in offering custom hardwood furnishing solutions for the design, hospitality, residential and commercial markets, delivering sustainable and timeless design options that stand the test of time.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Shop Foreman to lead our production team. You will oversee daily operations, manage workflow from blueprint to finished product, and ensure our projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This is a working foreman role, meaning you will split your time between hands-on building, training, and shop management.
Key Responsibilities
- Production Management: Read and interpret shop drawings/blueprints to plan cutting, machining, and assembly sequences.
- Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor our shop crew. Assign daily tasks and provide feedback to improve skills and output.
- Quality Control: Ensure all finished pieces meet strict quality standards and company specifications before they leave the shop floor.
- Safety & Maintenance: Enforce safety protocols, ensure OSHA compliance, and maintain equipment in optimal working condition.
- Workflow Optimization: Identify bottlenecks, streamline production, and manage inventory of materials, lumber, and hardware.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in fine woodworking, cabinet making, or architectural millwork.
- Leadership: Proven experience leading or managing a production/manufacturing team (2 years).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with modern woodworking machinery (table saws, shapers, edgebanders) Trello, Excel and Google Drive.
- Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with project managers, designers, and shop staff.
What We Offer
- Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience
- Benefits: Paid time off, health and dental insurance contributions, 401k match.
- Culture: A stable, collaborative environment that values traditional craftsmanship and innovation.
How to Apply
If you are a driven woodworker who takes pride in exceptional craftsmanship and wants to lead a talented team, we want to hear from you. Please reply with your resume and photos of your recent woodworking projects to sales@urbanlumbercompany.com
Pay: $28.00 - $31.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tools provided
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $31