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    Dematic Corporation

    Supply Chain Automation

    Mechanical Installation Foreman

    Grand Rapids, MI, United States, United StatesFull-time$29 – $36 / hourPosted 1w ago
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    Job description

    Dematic is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Installation Foreman to join our growing team. This role is responsible for leading small crews, executing mechanical installation tasks, and ensuring safety, quality, and productivity on customer project sites across the continental United States. This position requires 90% travel to various job sites.

    We offer:

    What We offer:

    • Career Development

    • Competitive Compensation and Benefits

    • Pay Transparency

    • Global Opportunities

    Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/

    Dematic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

    This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

    The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $29.00 - $36.00 per hour at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

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    Chart your path! Whether you are an engineer, customer service agent, supply chain expert, or salesperson, Dematic has a role for you.

    Tasks and Qualifications:

    Key Responsibilities

    Leadership & Supervision

    • Oversee and provide daily direction to a team of 1–3 mechanical installers
    • Support larger teams and potentially lead operations on alternate shifts when the primary supervisor is off-site
    • Provide training, coaching, and support to less experienced personnel
    • Participate in and, when required, lead daily stand-up meetings

    Safety & Compliance

    • Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, including:
      • Behavior-Based Safety Observations (BBSO)
      • Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA)
      • Jobsite safety meetings
    • Take personal responsibility for safety and ensure the safety of team members
    • Maintain compliance with all company and site-specific safety regulations

    Project Execution

    • Complete assigned mechanical installation tasks within scheduled timelines
    • Perform and oversee installation and maintenance of:
      • Conveyor systems and components
      • Structural and header steel
      • Platforms and guardrails
      • Rack systems
      • Air piping systems (aluminum, copper, black iron)
    • Assist in equipment run-in and system start-up

    Technical & Quality Oversight

    • Read, interpret, and execute work from engineered drawings and layouts
    • Perform audits to ensure installation quality and adherence to standards
    • Execute and support discipline-specific work, including exposure to VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) systems
    • Identify issues proactively and recommend corrective actions

    Communication & Reporting

    • Provide regular site status updates to Project Managers and Site Managers
    • Write clear, concise trip reports and job documentation
    • Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and project stakeholders

    General Duties

    • Perform independent (stand-alone) tasks as required
    • Maintain jobsite housekeeping and organization standards
    • Support overall project success through teamwork and adaptability

    Qualifications

    Education & Experience

    • High School Diploma or equivalent required
    • Technical degree or specialized training preferred
    • 2–5 years of experience in mechanical installation, including:
      • Conveyor systems
      • Structural steel erection
      • Equipment installation and layout

    Skills & Abilities

    • Ability to read and interpret technical/engineered drawings
    • Strong safety awareness and leadership mindset
    • Effective communication and basic supervisory skills
    • Basic computer proficiency (email, spreadsheets, reporting tools)

    Physical Requirements

    • Ability to lift 50 lbs or more
    • Ability to push, pull, squat, crawl, and walk on large construction sites
    • Comfortable working in various climates and environments

    Other Requirements

    • Willingness to travel 100% within the continental U.S.
    • Valid driver’s license required

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Dematic Corporation

    Dematic is a leading supplier of integrated automated technology, software and services to optimize the supply chain. Dematic employs over 6,000 skilled logistics professionals to serve its customers globally, with engineering centers and manufacturing facilities located around the world. Dematic is one brand under the KION Group of companies and has implemented more than 6,000 integrated systems for a customer base that includes small, medium and large companies doing business in a variety of market sectors. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Dematic is a member of KION Group, a global leader in industrial trucks, related services and supply chain solutions. Across more than 100 countries worldwide, the KION Group designs, builds and supports logistics solutions that optimize material and information flow within factories, warehouses and distribution centers. The company is the largest manufacturer of industrial trucks in Europe, the second-largest producer of forklifts globally and a leading provider of warehouse automation.

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