Lead Machine Operator & Shop Foreman

Lead Machine Operator & Shop Foreman

Company: Metal Supermarkets

Location: 5820 Plauche St, Elmwood, LA 70123

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $41,600 + per year

License Requirement: Valid Louisiana Class D Driver’s License (Required)

The Mission: Lead from the Front

Are you a high-performer ready to lead a team in a fast-paced, industrial environment? We are seeking a Lead Machine Operator & Shop Foreman who balances technical expertise with leadership grit. We aren’t just looking for someone to run machines; we need a shop floor general who thrives on efficiency, drives team performance, and takes personal pride in "winning" the day.

Core Responsibilities & Workflow Management

• Production Oversight: Lead morning strategy sessions to assign tasks and optimize daily production schedules using lean principles.
• Precision Metal Processing: Expertly operate and oversee the use of hydraulic shears, cold saws, and fully automatic robotic band saws.
• Quality Assurance (QA): Ensure all orders are picked, cut, and processed with 100% accuracy to exact specifications.
• Logistics & Fleet Leadership: Safely operate a 21' flatbed truck for client deliveries and coordinate optimized delivery routes.
• Inventory Control: Manage indoor warehouse stock, overseeing forklift operations, receiving, and inventory organization.
• Technical Mentorship: Act as the primary safety lead, training junior operators on industrial equipment and shop best practices.

Candidate Requirements (Technical & Leadership)

• The Lead Mindset: A naturally competitive, highly motivated professional focused on personal and team excellence.
• Experience: 3+ years in metal fabrication, industrial machine operation, or shop management.
• Technical Proficiency: Mastery of precision measuring devices (tape measures to 1/16th, decimals, and fractions).
• Regulatory Compliance: Must possess a valid Louisiana Class D Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift 60 lbs unassisted and remain active in a high-output warehouse environment.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to build trust with customers and clear, direct communication to lead the shop team.

Why Metal Supermarkets?

• Growth Trajectory: We prioritize promoting from within and provide comprehensive leadership and technical training.
• Legacy & Stability: Join an established, essential industry leader backed by a 40-year global brand.
• Performance Culture: We invest in leaders who possess a growth mindset and a competitive spirit.

How to Apply

To be considered for this leadership position, please submit a resume highlighting your supervisory experience and technical machine proficiency.

To move forward in the selection process, all applicants must fully complete the external assessment at the link below:

Mandatory Next Step

https://metalsupermarkets.prevuehub.com/selfregistration?url=n5%7Cqm

Metal Supermarkets: The World’s Largest Small-Quantity Metal Supplier.

Work schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Day shift

Supplemental pay

• Bonus pay

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid training