Foreman - Fabrication

Department: Production

Reports To: Production Manager

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots going back to 1954.

Our Mission Statement is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support. We live that statement every single day. We are looking for a Fabrication Foreman to help support that mission through strong leadership, quality workmanship, and a commitment to safety.

The Fabrication Foreman provides daily leadership and oversight of fabrication operations, serving as the link between hands-on production and department leadership. This position is responsible for coordinating the work of Welders, Fabricators, and Machine Operators while ensuring production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements are met.

The Fabrication Foreman will utilize strong technical knowledge of fabrication processes, machinery, materials, and equipment to troubleshoot issues, support employees, and maintain an efficient workflow. This position is expected to lead by example, promote accountability, and continuously look for opportunities to improve safety, quality, and productivity.

• Lead, train, coach, and supervise fabrication employees to promote productivity, quality, safety, and accountability.
• Assign daily work and coordinate crew activities based on production schedules, priorities, and available resources.
• Monitor production progress and communicate delays, staffing needs, material shortages, or operational issues to the Production Manager.
• Ensure employees follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, PPE requirements, and established work procedures.
• Promote a safe work environment by identifying hazards, correcting unsafe practices, and reinforcing proper equipment and PPE usage.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of fabrication processes, including welding, cutting, forming, bending, grinding, and material handling.
• Maintain knowledge of fabrication equipment, including lasers, press brakes, saws, benders, waterjets, welding equipment, and other related machinery.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, weld symbols, diagrams, specifications, dimensions, and work instructions.
• Ensure fabricated components are produced according to drawings, dimensions, tolerances, and established quality standards.
• Troubleshoot fabrication, equipment, and production issues and coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, or other departments as needed.
• Monitor equipment condition and communicate maintenance or repair needs to minimize downtime.
• Work closely with Engineering and Quality to resolve fabrication issues and ensure product specifications are met.
• Assist with training and onboarding new employees and provide ongoing technical guidance and support.
• Inspect work throughout the fabrication process to identify defects, dimensional issues, or quality concerns.
• Ensure proper material usage and minimize scrap and rework.
• Complete and maintain required production records, reports, checklists, and other documentation.
• Help identify and implement opportunities to improve workflow, production efficiency, safety, quality, and employee performance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support company initiatives and maintain a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

At Central Power Systems & Services, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Training & Professional Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
• Previous experience in a fabrication, welding, manufacturing, or industrial production environment.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

• Previous Fabrication Foreman or Lead experience.
• Experience supervising welders and fabricators.
• Experience with lasers, press brakes, waterjets, saws, benders, and other fabrication equipment.
• OSHA certification or documented safety training.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Welding certification or formal welding/fabrication training.
• Experience in heavy manufacturing, generator manufacturing, or a similar industrial environment.

The Fabrication Foreman is responsible for the overall coordination and performance of the fabrication team. While Welders, Fabricators, and Machine Operators are primarily responsible for completing their assigned production tasks, the Fabrication Foreman provides daily leadership, direction, and oversight of the department's activities.

The Foreman is responsible for assigning work, coordinating employees and equipment, monitoring production progress, addressing technical and operational issues, reinforcing safety and quality standards, and communicating production needs and challenges to leadership.

The Fabrication Foreman is expected to remain engaged in the production environment and lead by example through strong technical knowledge, work ethic, communication, and commitment to safety and quality.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

This position regularly requires walking, standing, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing stairs. It also often requires pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting 50+ lbs. and working in a variety of weather conditions and noise levels. This list is not meant to cover every possible scenario but simply provide an outline. Employees may be assigned other tasks as needed.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Central Power Systems & Services is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen (including THC).

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire. You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. to be considered for this role.