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Job Title: Production Foreman

Job Description

As a Production Foreman, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless flow of operations across multiple manufacturing departments, including fabrication, assembly, paint, and final inspection. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules, coordinating with various teams to ensure material availability, and supporting training and quality control efforts.

Responsibilities

+ Develop and update daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules for all manufacturing departments.

+ Review work orders and prioritize jobs to meet delivery deadlines and customer requirements.

+ Coordinate with purchasing and warehouse teams to ensure material availability for scheduled jobs.

+ Adjust schedules to accommodate machine downtime, material shortages, or priority changes.

+ Communicate production plans and updates to team leads and management.

+ Work hands-on in various production areas to assist with workflow, material movement, and troubleshooting bottlenecks.

+ Collaborate with production supervisors to ensure smooth transitions between departments and processes.

+ Monitor work progress on the shop floor and provide real-time updates on job status.

+ Support training efforts for new or cross-functional employees as needed.

+ Assist with resolving day-to-day production issues to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.

+ Partner with quality control to ensure products meet company and customer standards.

+ Identify process issues affecting quality or efficiency and recommend corrective actions.

+ Ensure work orders, drawings, and specifications are accurately followed on the floor.

+ Support continuous improvement efforts focused on first-pass yield and defect reduction.

+ Track and verify availability of raw materials, subassemblies, and components.

+ Communicate with procurement and warehouse teams to address shortages or delays.

+ Assist in managing work-in-progress to prevent overproduction or material buildup.

+ Maintain accurate records of production materials used and returned.

+ Promote and adhere to all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.

+ Ensure proper use of PPE and safe handling of tools, equipment, and materials.

+ Maintain a clean and organized work environment across production areas.

Essential Skills

+ High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or related field preferred.

+ 2+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or coordination in a manufacturing environment preferred.

+ Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including metal fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and familiar with ERP/MRP systems.

+ Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

+ Hands-on mindset and ability to work on the shop floor when needed.

+ Ability to multitask and remain adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a balanced work-life with a 5-day work week and the opportunity for overtime as needed. We offer a competitive wage based on experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, critical illness and accident insurance, life insurance, and a health savings account. Employees receive 15 days of paid time off from the start and can take advantage of a Simple IRA plan.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and involves hands-on collaboration across various production areas. You will work in a manufacturing setting that emphasizes safety, requiring adherence to company safety policies and OSHA regulations. The facility is equipped with all necessary tools and equipment to ensure efficient operations and a clean, organized workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fairmont, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $65000.00/yr.

• 5 Day Work Week

• Overtime available as the workload demands

• Competitive Wage based on position and experience.

• Health Insurance.

• STD, LTD, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

• Life insurance……….

• 15 days paid time off starting

• Simple IRA plan

• Health savings account

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fairmont,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.