Cabinet Shop Foreman

Shop Foreman

General Position Information

Department : Boreal Woodwork - Millwork and Cabinetry

Reports to : Millwork Division Manager

Hours : Typically 7:30 – 4:30, Monday – Friday (40–45 hour weeks)

Compensation :Hourly wage (based on experience) + cell phone stipend, mileage reimbursement, paid overtime

Benefits:

Fully covered health benefits, Paid time off

Who we are

• Boreal Woodwork is a Winnipeg based,  multi-disciplinary woodworking company with divisions in stair building, finish carpentry and millwork + cabinetry. Our focus is to provide our clients, from concept to completion, with products that are built to stand the test of time - beautiful in design, unique in style, and meant to last for generations. We believe in the power of collective knowledge and through sharing of that knowledge that all of our team can gain the tools they need to find success.

Who we are looking for

• A passionate, detailed leader to oversee the fabrication of projects as they move through our custom millwork and cabinetry shop. This individual should have extensive experience working in the field of cabinetmaking and/or millwork installation and is comfortable leading a team while also collaborating with project managers, engineers and installers.  Preference will be given to someone who has an understanding of the full scope of the work from creating a cut list to final installation.

Job Summary

• The Shop Foreman is responsible for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring quality control, efficiency, team development and developing standard operating procedures (SOPs)  in the shop. This role coordinates with procurement, engineering and project management to meet deadlines and optimize workflow.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily shop operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Collaborate with project management and production engineer to align shop workload with project timelines.
• Create and maintain a detailed weekly calendar, including deadlines and production goals
• Train and develop shop employees in specialized skills and safety protocols.
• Develop standard operating procedures. Identify common processes and standardize the procedure and outcomes.  Train others on SOP's to ensure streamlined consistency of fabrication.
• Implement quality control measures to maintain high standards in production.
• Manage shop supplies, coordinating with procurement for timely reordering.
• Oversee shipping and receiving (self performed or training of others). Shipping entails coordinating with Finisher to get product to their shop and coordinating with PM to send finished materials to site for installation.
• Oversee shop maintenance and equipment servicing to ensure operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations and company policies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains.
• Maintain accurate records of production performance and material usage.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a millwork or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of woodworking, fabrication techniques, and CNC operations.
• Experience with production scheduling and workflow optimization.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of workplace safety.

Performance Metrics

• Production efficiency and meeting project deadlines.
• Quality control and defect rate reduction.
• Employee development and retention in the shop.
• Compliance with safety regulations and incident reduction.

Potential Training Opportunities

• Advanced training in lean manufacturing and efficiency strategies.
• Leadership development and team management training.
• Continuous education in new woodworking technologies and materials.