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POSITION SUMMARY
Vertical Works, Inc. and Utopian Villas are looking for a driven Factory Foreman / Lead Carpenter to help lead exciting projects built in our Mt. Pleasant, WI manufacturing facility. Our work includes modular homes, modular additions, golf studios, RV travel trailers, and RV park models giving this role the opportunity to be part of a wide variety of high-quality builds. This position works hand in hand with the Production Manager and is responsible for leading a team of up to 8 employees while managing as many as 6 active projects at one time. The right person will motivate the team, communicate clearly, track progress, drive efficiency, and hold team members accountable for quality, deadlines, profitability, and individual performance. Success in this role requires strong leadership, open communication, transparency, and a commitment to following processes. This person must lead by example, hold themselves accountable first, and create a culture of accountability, integrity, growth, and results. This position will require some minor travel and nights and weekends when needed to complete projects on schedule.
OBJECTIVES
Perform physical work on all phases of residential construction including: framing, roofing, siding, windows and doors, cabinetry, finish carpentry, mechanicals, quality assurance Lead and supervise builders, carpenters, and production personnel Train new and current employees to perform tasks with quality and to be profitable Understand the projects scope of work prior to any part of the job starting production Hold employees accountable for their daily tasks Assist the Production Manager with creating a thoughtful and accurate daily, weekly, and monthly schedules while meeting deadlines Ensure that project schedules and deadlines are met Manage and direct sub-contractors as needed for factory production while holding them accountable for quality and deadlines Have discussions with employees for workplace violations and provide documentation Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment Enforce all safety requirements with employees
COMPETENCIES
Ability to return all emails, voice, and text messages within 24hrs, includes nights and weekends Provide daily and weekly project updates to the Production Manager Meet the projects KPI's (key performance indicators) Have a high level of verbal, written, and organizational skills Have a high level of self-accountability for meetings and deadlines Have a high mechanical aptitude and excellent problem-solving capabilities Ability to lead and provide direction with instruction Ability to achieve and maintain employee's trust Ability to speak clearly and be easily understood, ability to maintain eye contact when speaking with others, and ability to summarize or paraphrase to verify understanding Ability to read and comprehend detailed construction blueprints and specifications Ability to present yourself in a well-groomed and professional manner Strong knowledge of construction tools, materials, and building practices and processes Have a basic knowledge of technology including smartphones, tablets and computers Incorporation of Vertical Works, Inc. business philosophies and best practices when guiding customers, vendors, and sub-contractors
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
GED or high school diploma preferred At least 10 years of construction experience in custom residential homes, modular homes, or remodeling projects At least 5 years of experience managing multiple employees and holding them accountable Valid drivers license
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to occasionally lift 20-50 pounds, up to 100 pounds, frequently lift 10 pounds Be comfortable with heights of 16'+ Ability to be on your feet for 10 to 14 hours a day which will include terrain, un-even surfaces, ladders, stairs, and the ability to crouch, kneel, or crawl
Salary Not Specified Location Racine Wisconsin United States Job Overview Job Posted:
4 days ago
Job Expires:
4w 1d Job Type Full Time Education Any Experience N/A Vacancies 1 Copy Link
