General Foreman

Description

• Serve as the single point of contact for the tactical coordination of all hourly workers, streamlining communication between crews and the Production Manager
• Enforce adherence to quality control standards and production specifications to ensure all work meets Dogwood’s high standards
• Ensure all crew members are trained on proper use of tools, equipment, and safety procedures
• Mentor less experienced workers, fostering learning and encouraging professional growth
• Provide hands-on training and coaching to assembly workers to develop their skills and improve overall performance
• Identify and address any quality issues promptly to prevent defects and rework
• Immediately address any unsafe work conditions or behaviors, taking corrective action as necessary
• Develop and implement daily work plans to meet production schedules and adjust plans as needed to accommodate changes or unforeseen challenges
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement among crew members
• Conduct regular safety meetings and toolbox talks to reinforce safe work practices
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to implement corrective actions
• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies and procedures
• Direct and oversee daily activities of crews to ensure high-quality and timely production of panels
• Assign tasks to Assembly Foremen and workers based on skill set and workload to optimize productivity

Requirements

Dogwood Industries is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Foreman to join the Everett, WA factory. The General Foreman will act as the key link between hourly workers and the Production Manager, ensuring that all production activities are coordinated and executed to maximize productivity, quality, and safety in panel assembly operations and ultimately shipping products on-time to customers. This role is critical in providing supervision, leadership, and direction to the crews, ensuring all workers understand their roles, responsibilities, and expectations. As a key team member of the Everett factory, the General Foreman will be the point person for tactical execution activities.

Physical Requirements/Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body, able to reach overhead, able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, squatting; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance for extended periods of time. Be able to lift, pull and push material and equipment to complete assigned job tasks. Be able to lift 70 pounds. The employee will be exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes, and odors. This position requires physical activity performing somewhat strenuous daily activities in a primarily production environment. The work environment characteristics here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Proven experience in a supervisory or foreman role within a manufacturing or assembly environment
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and direct work activities to meet production goals
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to effectively manage a team of hourly workers
• All employees are subject to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment and random drug testing. Due to working in / being exposed to a safety sensitive environment, THC testing will occur as part of all drug screens.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or trade certifications are a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and technical specifications
• Hands-on experience with assembly processes, preferably in a steel manufacturing environment
• Applicants must provide complete work history with employer references for last three employers to five years
• Solid understanding of quality control principles and safety standards

Benefits

$42.00 - $49.00 depending on experience and qualifications.

Compensation details: 42-49 Hourly Wage

• Long-term disability
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Health Benefits, including medical, dental and vision
• Short-term disability
• Company paid and supplemental life insurance
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan, with employer match

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance