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The Mechanical Foreman leads field installation crews in the safe, efficient installation, assembly, alignment, and commissioning support of conveyor and material handling systems. This position serves as the primary on-site mechanical leader and is responsible for executing work in accordance with engineering drawings, project schedules, company standards, and customer requirements.
The Foreman leads by example, maintains a professional jobsite, coordinates daily activities with project stakeholders, develops crew members, and communicates progress, risks, and resource needs to management.
Job Responsibilities:
Leadership & Supervision
- Direct and supervise mechanical installation crews on active project sites.
- Plan daily activities, assign work, establish priorities, and verify completion.
- Coach and develop apprentices, installers, and lead installers.
- Conduct toolbox talks, pre-task planning, and daily crew coordination.
- Monitor productivity, workmanship, attendance, and professional conduct.
- Coordinate subcontractors and temporary labor when assigned.
Conveyor System Installation
- Lead the installation of belt, roller, chain-driven live roller, sortation, structural support, platform, guarding, and related material handling equipment.
- Interpret mechanical layouts, structural drawings, installation details, and manufacturer instructions.
- Oversee layout, elevation, alignment, leveling, belt tracking, and mechanical adjustment activities.
- Confirm installed equipment matches approved drawings, specifications, and field conditions.
- Protect materials and equipment and maintain an orderly work area.
Project Coordination & Communication
- Coordinate field activities with Project Management, Engineering, Electrical Foremen, general contractors, customer representatives, and equipment vendors.
- Participate in project kickoff, planning, coordination, and progress meetings as requested.
- Communicate daily progress, schedule impacts, safety concerns, field conflicts, and resource needs promptly.
- Coordinate work sequencing with other trades to reduce interference and rework.
- Represent Systems in Motion professionally and respectfully at all times.
Safety & Quality
- Enforce company, customer, and site-specific safety requirements, including PPE, fall protection, lockout/tagout, hot work, rigging, and controlled work areas.
- Lead job hazard analysis and pre-task planning before work begins.
- Inspect completed work for alignment, fit, finish, function, and compliance.
- Stop work when an unsafe condition exists and escalate concerns immediately.
- Drive completion of punch-list items and prevent repeat quality issues.
Documentation & Cost Control
- Complete accurate daily reports, manpower records, progress updates, and equipment usage documentation.
- Track installation progress against the project schedule and report variances.
- Document field changes, drawing conflicts, damage, delays, and extra-work conditions.
- Manage tools, materials, rental equipment, and labor with attention to project cost.
- Support project turnover, closeout, and lessons-learned activities.
Problem Solving & Startup Support
- Identify and resolve field installation problems using sound mechanical judgment.
- Coordinate design questions and field modifications with Project Management and Engineering before proceeding.
- Support mechanical checkout, startup, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities.
- Troubleshoot alignment, belt tracking, vibration, interference, and other mechanical issues.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade-school training preferred.
- Minimum five years of conveyor, material handling, or industrial mechanical installation experience.
- Previous lead or foreman experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, conveyor layouts, structural drawings, and installation manuals.
- Working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, lasers, alignment equipment, forklifts, aerial lifts, hoists, and rigging practices.
- Basic computer and mobile-device skills for email, file access, reporting, and timekeeping.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to travel extensively and work overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts based on project requirements.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements:
- Lift and carry up to 75 pounds and safely handle tools and materials throughout the workday.
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work from ladders, platforms, and aerial lifts.
- Work at heights while using required fall-protection equipment.
- Work in active construction, warehouse, manufacturing, and distribution environments with varying temperatures, noise, dust, and congestion.
- Use required personal protective equipment and comply with site access requirements.
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