Shop Foreman
About The Position
About Walbec Group Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering. With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest. The Position: We're looking for a Shop Foreman to work in our Northeast Asphalt Shop in Manitowoc WI. Under the direction of the Shops Manager, the Foreman will be responsible for all daily tasks related to running the repair facility and supporting our production operation's. Responsible for handling budget and managing the assets cost/repairs. Ensuring proper documentation of repairs, warranty, and all pertinent information. Check on parts supply and assist with inventory management. Communicate with operations on equipment repair status and update repair schedules. Support mechanics with repair procedures, ordering parts, and training. Participate in and help champion all Shop Safety initiatives. Maintain and improve on shop OSHA standards and cleanliness. Help provide phone and reception support for shop office. Hire, train, schedule and conduct performance reviews for shop personnel.
Requirements
- 5 + years of auto mechanical experience preferably in a repair shop environment.
- High School Diploma.
- Deep knowledge of machinery, tools, and technical procedures specific to the industry.
- Strong ability to motivate, lead, and mentor a team to meet production goals.
- Quickly diagnose issues and implement effective solutions under pressure.
- Class A CDL.
- Strong computer skills.
- Be self-directed and motivated.
- Ability to communicate effectively using different forms of written and oral communication.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using shop management software systems or similar.
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g. ASE for automotive).
Responsibilities
- Responsible for all daily tasks related to running the repair facility and supporting our production operation's.
- Responsible for handling budget and managing the assets cost/repairs.
- Ensuring proper documentation of repairs, warranty, and all pertinent information.
- Check on parts supply and assist with inventory management.
- Communicate with operations on equipment repair status and update repair schedules.
- Support mechanics with repair procedures, ordering parts, and training.
- Participate in and help champion all Shop Safety initiatives.
- Maintain and improve on shop OSHA standards and cleanliness.
- Help provide phone and reception support for shop office.
- Hire, train, schedule and conduct performance reviews for shop personnel.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards
- Employer Paid Medical Plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements)
- Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-paid short and long-term disability coverage
- Paid parental leave
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Profit sharing
- Robust Walbec training and professional development program
- Ongoing career growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
