Description:
Urban Display is looking for an experienced and highly skilled Foreman to oversee the production and fabrication of exhibition stands. The role requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and hands-on experience in managing workshop teams, ensuring quality control, and meeting project deadlines. This position is crucial in ensuring seamless execution of stand-building projects while maintaining efficiency and high standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage the production team, including carpenters, painters, and electricians, ensuring quality output and adherence to project timelines.
- Oversee the fabrication process, ensuring that all exhibition stands are produced according to specifications and client requirements.
- Coordinate with the design and project management teams to ensure smooth workflow from design approval to production and installation.
- Conduct daily briefings, assign tasks, and monitor work progress to meet deadlines.
- Maintain strict quality control measures to ensure high standards in craftsmanship, finishing, and structural integrity.
- Train and mentor team members, including daily 15-minute training sessions, and groom at least two carpenters for senior positions.
- Manage and optimize material usage, ensuring cost control and minimal wastage.
- Enforce health and safety regulations to maintain a safe and compliant working environment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues promptly to avoid project delays.
- Ensure proper maintenance of workshop tools, equipment, and machinery.
Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in exhibition stand production or a related industry.
- Skills: Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Technical Knowledge: Expertise in materials, construction techniques, and fabrication processes for exhibition stands.
- Communication: Ability to coordinate effectively with different teams and ensure clear instructions are given.
- Attention to Detail: Commitment to high-quality production with a keen eye for detail.
- Flexibility: Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Preferred: Prior experience in an exhibition stand-building company is highly desirable.