Shop Foreman- Sheet Metal Fabrication Skillforce has teamed up with a leading sheet metal fabrication and installation company to find an experienced Shop Foreman- Sheet Metal Fabrication to join their growing team in Louisville, KY. We are looking for an experienced Shop Foreman to lead day-to-day operations in a commercial and industrial sheet metal fabrication shop. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who can manage a crew while also jumping in to fabricate ductwork, fittings, and transitions. During the initial growth phase, this position may also assist with field installation before transitioning to primarily shop-based leadership. Shop Foreman- Sheet Metal Fabrication Compensation & Benefits • Salary: $35-40/hr • ESOP • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Paid time off • Life insurance Shop Foreman- Sheet Metal Fabrication Key Responsibilities • Lead and coordinate daily shop activities and assign work based on priorities and deadlines. • Supervise, train, mentor, and develop shop employees and apprentices. • Plan production schedules and coordinate with Project Managers and field crews. • Read blueprints, shop drawings, and specifications to determine fabrication requirements. • Perform hands-on layout, cutting, bending, forming, and assembly of sheet metal. • Operate equipment including CNC plasma tables, shears, press brakes, and roll formers. • Weld, solder, rivet, bolt, and assemble sheet metal components. • Monitor material inventory and coordinate ordering of supplies. • Perform or coordinate routine equipment maintenance. • Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements. • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment. • Enforce safety procedures, PPE requirements, and proper equipment operation. • Coordinate staging, labeling, and delivery of fabricated materials to jobsites. • Support field installation crews as needed. Shop Foreman- Sheet Metal Fabrication Qualifications • 5+ years of sheet metal fabrication experience. • 2+ years of experience in a Lead or Foreman role. • Strong blueprint reading and sheet metal layout skills. • Experience fabricating ductwork, fittings, transitions, and related components. • Proficiency with CNC plasma equipment, shears, brakes, roll formers, and welding. • Strong understanding of shop safety and material handling. • OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred. • High school diploma/GED required; trade school or sheet metal apprenticeship preferred. • Strong leadership and communication skills. • Basic computer skills. • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 80 lbs. • Willingness to assist with field installation during the company's growth/start-up phase. If you are a skilled Shop Foreman in the Sheet Metal Fabrication industry looking for a company to grow with, apply today! #SkillDirect