Mechanical Shop Foreman bei American Crane & Equipment Corporation

NOW HIRING: Mechanical Shop Foreman

Full-time – Monday-Friday 5:00AM-1:30PM – On-site in Douglassville, PA

Ready to lead a high-performing team in manufacturing?

American Crane & Equipment Corporation (ACECO) is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Shop Foreman to oversee daily operations in our Douglassville, PA facility. This shop leadership role is ideal for someone with extensive experience in fabrication, welding, and mechanical assembly who thrives on teamwork, problem-solving, and delivering quality results on schedule.

Job Title: Mechanical Shop Foreman

Department: Manufacturing
Location: 531 Old Swede Road – Douglassville, PA 19518
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 5:00AM–1:30PM | Full-time hours on-site
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Why Join American Crane?

Leadership Impact – Directly oversee welders, laborers, and painters, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Hands-On Expertise – Apply your knowledge of steel fabrication, welding, and assembly to support production schedules and mentor your team.

Collaborative Environment – Work closely with the Plant Manager, other shop foremen, and cross-functional teams to meet company goals.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise and lead shop employees, including interviewing, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Promote and enforce safety and OSHA compliance across daily operations.
• Plan and schedule workloads, delegating tasks based on skill levels and project priorities.
• Maintain production schedules, reporting progress to the Plant Manager.
• Oversee fabrication to meet drawing specifications and workmanship standards.
• Manage mechanical maintenance, steel inventory, and company tools.
• Ensure all outgoing equipment is prepared, protected, and ready for shipment.
• Provide consultation and expertise to management on manufacturing operations.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma required.
• Completion of accredited apprenticeship/vocational training or 5–10 years of on-the-job training.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in steel fabrication, welding, and mechanical assembly.
• Proven supervisory/foreman-level experience managing shop teams.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities to plan, delegate, and execute shop work.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with cranes, heavy equipment, or large-scale industrial fabrication.
• Budgeting and resource allocation experience for shop operations.
• OSHA or safety certifications.

Key Attributes

• Results-oriented with strong follow-through.
• Adaptable, collaborative, and able to problem-solve under pressure.
• Committed to ACECO’s core values and GRIT culture – perseverance, heart, and integrity.

Work Environment

This position is fully on-site at our Douglassville, PA headquarters. Work involves physical demands such as lifting up to 50 lbs, working at heights, confined space entry, and operating forklifts, aerial lifts, and cranes.

READY TO APPLY?

• Submit your application online at Recruitment (adp.com).

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

About American Crane & Equipment Corporation:

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is a second generation, women-owned company and for more than 50 years, has been a trusted innovator of high-quality specialty lifting equipment. As a leading manufacturer of cranes, hoists, and other material handling equipment, along with a variety of parts and components for standard, custom, and nuclear applications, we're committed to high quality products and customer satisfaction in an industry where there is no room for mistakes. 

At ACECO, GRIT Matters. We put perseverance, heart, and integrity into everything we do. Join a team where your contributions matter, and where growth, empowerment, and safety are top priorities. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Experience is Everything: Our team is built on the foundation of expertise and dedication. With an average tenure of 10 years, our team brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every project, ensuring top-notch results for our customers.

Low Turnover, High Satisfaction: We prioritize creating a positive work environment where people can thrive. That's why our turnover rate is less than 10%, a testament to our commitment to our team members. Here, you can count on the support of your co-workers. 

American Crane & Equipment Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The company maintains and observes employment policies that do not discriminate against any person because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, age, ancestry and any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. This applies to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, overtime, job classifications, work assignments, promotions, demotions, layoffs, terminations, transfers, and all other conditions of employment.

The pay for this position is dependent on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.

American Crane & Equipment Corporation offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services to our benefits-eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts. Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid time off, paid holidays, and disability coverage. Some benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

NOTE: American Crane & Equipment Corporation is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at American Crane & Equipment Corporation without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by American Crane & Equipment Corporation as a result of the referral or through other means.