About this position
Position Overview
We are seeking a hands-on, production-driven Shop Foreman to lead daily operations of a commercial millwork and laminated aftermarket customization shop serving high-volume student housing, millworks and hospitality project
This role is fully accountable for production output, labor efficiency, quality control, and shop-floor leadership. The Foreman will lead by example, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain high craftsmanship standards while driving operational discipline.
The ideal candidate is a strong laminate fabrication specialist with proven leadership experience in commercial field refinishing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Shop Leadership & Accountability
- Lead and supervise shop personnel in daily production activities
- Assign work based on project priorities, skill level, and deadlines
- Maintain production schedule alignment with project managers
- Train, mentor, and evaluate team members
- Enforce safety standards and OSHA compliance
- Foster a culture of accountability, efficiency, and craftsmanship
- Lead by example as a working foreman
Laminated Aftermarket Customization and Production Oversight
- Oversee customization of HPL, TFL/melamine, laminated furniture, cabinets, countertops, and custom commercial furniture
- Ensure proper substrate preparation, laminate layup, trimming, edge banding, and finishing
- Monitor Value-Added Refinishing on custom project models
- Troubleshoot fabrication, material, or machine issues
- Maintain compliance with architectural specifications and tolerances
- Manage Router Templates and Precision Tooling as required
- Achieve AWI Standards with Manual Finishes
Production & Workflow Management
- Own daily production flow and labor efficiency as volume demands
- Monitor productivity and adjust manpower as needed to meet deadlines
- Minimize rework and reduce material waste
- Coordinate closely with project management for scheduling and delivery
- Maintain adequate inventory levels of laminate, substrates, adhesives, hardware, and consumable
Quality Control
- Inspect finished components before shipment
- Ensure consistent color matching, seam quality, and finish standards
- Maintain adherence to AWI standards where applicable
- Drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency
Equipment & Shop Maintenance
- Oversee preventative maintenance of table saws, manual routers, edge banding, laminate application, and other shop equipment
- Coordinate repairs and maintain operational readiness of all machinery
Qualifications
Required
- 5+ years’ experience in commercial casework or furniture manufacturing
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with high-pressure laminate systems
- Strong understanding of laminate adhesives, substrates, fabrication techniques, and edge banding
- Ability to read and interpret shop and cad drawings to create product requirements
- Experience supervising production personnel in a customization shop environment
- Extensive knowledge of woodworking machinery
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
- Knowledge of AWI standards
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift 40+ lbs.
- Ability to stand and move throughout a production environment for extended periods
- Comfortable working in a customization shop environment
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