Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
About the Role:
J & K Manufacturing Inc is looking for an experienced and driven Shop Foreman to lead our production floor in Paramount, CA. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll keep operations running smoothly, mentor skilled tradespeople, and ensure quality craftsmanship on every job. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and know how to get the best out of a team, we want to hear from you. This position leads the machinist team. It oversees daily operations, manage a team of machinists, and ensure jobs are completed safely, on time, and to exact specifications.
Responsibilities:
- Lead Operations: Assign daily tasks, manage production schedules, and optimize shop floor workflow.
- Supervise & Mentor: Train, evaluate, and support machinists to help them meet production goals.
- Ensure Quality: Inspect finished parts against blueprints and maintain strict geometric tolerances.
- Maintain Equipment: Oversee preventative maintenance schedules for all machinery.
- Enforce Safety: Drive compliance with OSHA standards, PPE requirements, and safe material handling.
- Problem Solve: Troubleshoot machining errors, tooling issues, and programming bottlenecks quickly.
- Other: Perform other tasks as necessary or assigned by management.
Requirements:
- US Citizen
- High school diploma or GED.
- 10+ years of related experience preferably in aerospace manufacturing.
- Strong Mastercom programming skills
- 2+ years of supervisory experience.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical computations including the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, geometry & trigonometry to practical situations.
- Ability to interpret blueprints and other technical documents.
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and follow up on multiple tasks/projects.
- Ability to meet production goals for quality and quantity.
- High level of dependability.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods in noisy and temperature-variable environments.
- Use of hands and fingers to touch, handle, grip, feel, and grasp.
- Occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds when crane is not available.
- Specific vision abilities required including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK SCHEDULE:
We observe a 4/10 alternative work schedule. We work four 10-hour days totaling 40 hours and have every Friday off.
First Shift Schedule: 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday through Thursday. Flexibility to work overtime on Fridays 5:00 AM to 1 PM as needed.
Second Shift Schedule: 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM Monday through Thursday. Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
About Us:
J & K Manufacturing Inc has built a strong reputation in the Paramount, CA area as a reliable and skilled manufacturing operation dedicated to precision and quality. Our customers keep coming back because we deliver consistent results and stand behind our work. Our team members thrive here because of a culture built on respect, craftsmanship, and the pride that comes from doing the job right.