DTESF
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Pay: $25/hr
Job Full Description
Shop Foreman – East Baton Rouge Parish
Full Time – Evaluation Hire
$25/hr
Monday – Friday, 8 am-5 pm
Express Employment Professionals, a full-service staffing and recruiting firm, is currently hiring for a Shop Foreman for a local specialty truck equipment company in East Baton Rouge Parish. This is a great full-time position with opportunities for someone looking to
lead and instill in all Installers the attitude of serving our customers through striving for excellence in the tasks required.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES for Shop Foreman:
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Develop and manage the weekly production schedule for the Shop.
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Coordinate with the Sales team to schedule appointments and establish estimated completion dates.
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Lead weekly production meetings with the Sales team and Parts Department to optimize scheduling.
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Monitor and update job progress daily using the Status Report.
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Provide technical assistance to Installers as needed.
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Troubleshoot installation challenges in collaboration with manufacturers’ technical support and engineering teams to ensure high-quality completion.
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Train, mentor, and guide Installers to support skill development and performance.
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Conduct final inspections, quality checks, and certifications for all upfitted vehicles at the Little Rock location.
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Order and maintain inventory of shop supplies and materials.
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Assist the Sales team and customers by offering technical expertise and problem-solving support.
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Collaborate with the Sales team to evaluate job requirements for accurate time and material quoting.
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Communicate production-related improvements or concerns with management as necessary.
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Promote and uphold a strong safety culture within the Shop.
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Participate in vehicle builds during available time after primary responsibilities are fulfilled.
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Verify and confirm weekly Installer hours to support tracking of labor efficiency and flat rate performance.
Skills and Experience REQUIRED:
- 1 year of supervising experience is required.
- MUST have own tools including cordless drill, cordless 3/8 impact, flathead screwdriver, pliers, wire cutters, and standard wrench set
- MUST be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- MUST be able to stand for long periods
- MUST be computer literate with experience using Microsoft Office products.
- Basic mechanical knowledge required.
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Basic Hydraulic Knowledge
- Ability to MIG weld and fabricate top-quality products.
- Ability to read, interpret, and work with parts and installation drawings and manuals.
- Strong Communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Benefits once the Evaluation Hire is Complete:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
WAYS TO APPLY: (choose one)
- Via our website: expresspros.com/dtbatonrougela. You must submit your application to the Downtown Baton Rouge office.
- Via our job app, #ExpressJobs
- By telephone: (225) 448-0130.
Express Employment Professionals has a variety of job opportunities available. We place individuals in fields such as light industrial, skilled trades, office services, and professional fields. Whether you are looking for part-time, full-time, contract, evaluation hire, or direct hire positions, our team is available to assist you. We operate in the following areas: East Baton Rouge Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish, and Livingston Parish. Please give us a call at (225) -448-0130 to learn how our team may be able to assist you with your employment needs.
A full description of all open employment opportunities can be found on our website: Express Employment Professionals.
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Baton Rouge (Downtown), LA
2257
855 North Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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