Shop Foreman

K2 Ascend
Novi, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Shop Foreman / Plant Manager

Location: Novi, MI

Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Pay Range: $30 – $60/hour (based on experience and capability)

About the Opportunity

A growing advanced manufacturing operation in Novi, MI is seeking a Shop Foreman / Plant Manager to oversee daily production setup, CNC operations, and facility readiness for a newly expanded facility. This person will play a critical role in bringing the new shop online — including installing, validating, and running new CNC and fabrication equipment .

The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader who can set up, program, and operate CNC machines full cycle, while gradually building and leading a high-performance team as the plant scales. This is an urgent, high-impact opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-growth environments and enjoys both leadership and technical problem-solving.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily shop operations during facility startup, ensuring safe, efficient workflows

• Set up, test, and validate new CNC machinery, plasma cutters, and fabrication tools

• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure proper installation and calibration

• Operate CNC machines (mill, lathe, plasma) and perform setups and offsets as needed

• Supervise a growing team of machinists and fabricators; oversee scheduling and priorities

• Develop production processes, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures

• Troubleshoot issues with programming, tooling, or mechanical setup

• Coordinate with leadership on shop layout, equipment delivery, and team expansion

• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment

What You Bring

• Extensive hands-on CNC machining experience — setup to full cycle operation

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and G-code programs

• Proven leadership or team-lead experience in a manufacturing or fabrication setting

• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with machine validation and maintenance

• Experience with fabrication equipment (cutting machines, plasma cutters, etc.)

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Willingness to be on-site, hands-on, and lead by example

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Posted 2026-03-26

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