Electrical Foreman

Overview

Lead the Team That Keeps Production Moving

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Foreman to supervise our Electrical Department and lead the maintenance, installation, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in a manufacturing environment.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who understands electrical controls, instrumentation, production support, and electrical assembly processes. The ideal candidate can organize work effectively, develop employees, solve technical problems, and build strong partnerships among Production, Engineering, Materials, and Electrical teams.

If you are ready to combine your electrical expertise with frontline leadership, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of Electrical Department employees.
• Provide production support for electrical controls and instrumentation.
• Schedule department employees, workloads, and resources to support production priorities.
• Plan, assign, and direct electrical work while monitoring quality, safety, and completion.
• Troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation issues to minimize production disruptions.
• Support the calibration, testing, installation, and repair of instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Electrical Department and Production.
• Coordinate communication among Lead Technicians, the Materials Group, and the Engineering Group.
• Oversee the development and structuring of bills of material, or BOMs, for company products.
• Participate in the conversion from Epicor to Oracle MRP systems.
• Manage electrical document control, coordination, revisions, and breakpoint controls.
• Develop and improve processes for subassembly and final electrical assembly.
• Create, maintain, and communicate Electrical Department standards and training materials.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, employee development, performance appraisals, and corrective action.
• Address employee concerns and help resolve departmental problems.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure employees follow established procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least three years of experience with electrical controls and instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of the calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and installation of instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical and workplace safety procedures.
• Ability and willingness to use required personal protective equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, coordinate resources, and respond effectively to changing production needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• At least one year of lead or supervisory experience.
• Experience supporting electrical assembly processes.
• Familiarity with bills of material and document-control processes.
• Experience with Epicor, Oracle, or another MRP/ERP system.
• Experience training, coaching, or developing electrical technicians.

Leadership Qualities That Support Success

Successful candidates will be able to:

• Lead by example and establish clear expectations.
• Motivate employees to achieve production and quality goals.
• Listen to employees and respond professionally to questions and concerns.
• Evaluate work for accuracy, quality, and attention to detail.
• Identify and resolve problems in time to meet production deadlines.
• Adapt to production changes, delays, and unexpected events.
• Communicate effectively across technical and operational teams.
• Demonstrate integrity, dependability, accountability, and respect.
• Share technical knowledge and support the continued development of the team.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

This position may require:

• Occasionally exerting up to 50 pounds of force and, rarely, lifting up to 65 pounds from floor to shoulder height.
• Performing moderate to heavy physical work involving bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, lifting, carrying, reaching, and handling equipment.
• Climbing ladders, steps, or stairs to access equipment.
• Occasionally working shifts longer than eight hours.
• Working in office, workshop, production, and outdoor environments.
• Working near flammable materials, solvents, engine exhaust, and refrigeration gases.
• Operating overhead cranes, mobile equipment, and motor vehicles when required.

Why Join Our Team?

This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on production performance, electrical quality, employee development, and workplace safety. You will have the ability to improve processes, establish department standards, develop electrical talent, and strengthen collaboration across Production, Engineering, and Materials.

Apply today to bring your electrical expertise and leadership experience to a team where your work will make a visible difference.

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  401(k) Savings Plan

✓  Medical, dental, and vision programs

✓  Paid vacation and sick time

✓  Holidays and vacation

✓  Flexible work schedules

✓  Tuition reimbursement

✓  Employee Assistance Program

✓  Short-term and long-term disability insurance

✓  Employee life and accident insurance

✓  Supplemental life and accident insurance

✓  Business travel accident insurance

✓  Flexible Spending Accounts