Pipefitter Foreman

In addition to supporting daily production execution, this role contributes to the coordination of pipe fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, skids, pipe racks, header systems, and other prefabricated assemblies. The Foreman works closely with Area Supervisors, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Safety, Maintenance, and Logistics teams to verify material readiness, identify production constraints, communicate issues, and support achievement of schedule, safety, quality, and productivity expectations. 

The position requires regular use and understanding of shop equipment and processes including welding equipment, pipe positioners, automated saws, grinders, beveling tools, grooving machines, CNC pipe processing equipment, and material handling equipment. A strong focus is placed on maintaining safe work practices, supporting quality standards, reducing rework, maintaining 5S expectations, and ensuring work areas remain clean, organized, and production ready. 

Education: Highschool Diploma or GED

Experience: 4+ years of experience in pipe fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, manufacturing, or related industrial trades preferred

Travel: 0-25%

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 6 am and 6 pm, Monday through Friday.

• →Lead and coordinate daily activities of assigned production employees to support schedule, safety, quality, and productivity expectations. 
• →Assign work based on production priorities, employee skill levels, material readiness, and area workflow needs. 
• →Support fabrication, welding, mechanical assembly, material handling, and production activities by providing technical guidance and hands-on assistance as needed. 
• →Monitor work progress, identify production constraints, communicate issues, and assist with removing obstacles that impact flow or schedule. 
• →Promote safe work practices, proper PPE usage, 5S expectations, shop procedures, and right-first-time quality while mentoring and coaching production employees. 
• →Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

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