Manufacturing Plant Electrical Foreman

At Renfrow Industrial, we power production. We are seeking a Manufacturing Plant Electrical Foreman to lead field crews on complex industrial projects. Your mission: deliver safe, precise, and efficient electrical installations that meet NEC, OSHA, and client expectations—every time.

Imagine orchestrating a plant shutdown: you brief the team, stage materials, verify lockout/tagout, and sequence conduit, MCC, and motor control tasks to minimize downtime. You coordinate with project management and other trades, keep documentation tight, and jump in to troubleshoot a 480V issue so commissioning stays on track. If this sounds like your kind of responsibility, read on.

• Lead and supervise Journeymen, Top Helpers, and Helpers, fostering skill growth and accountability
• Plan, assign, and coordinate daily activities aligned to drawings and schedules
• Ensure work adheres to NEC, OSHA, and client standards
• Oversee installation of conduit systems, MCCs, motor controls, and industrial power distribution
• Support shutdowns, tie-ins, startup, and commissioning events
• Operate effectively within active manufacturing and process environments
• Assist with troubleshooting of industrial electrical systems and equipment
• Partner with project management, other trades, and client representatives to remove blockers
• Track productivity, manpower, and material consumption to meet targets
• Lead daily safety briefings; enforce policies and stop work when needed
• Identify and resolve field issues; keep the jobsite organized with thorough reporting
• Mentor crew members and uphold high standards of quality
• Report incidents, near misses, and safety concerns immediately
• Perform other duties as assigned

• $33–$38 per hour depending on experience and leadership qualifications
• Health Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Monday–Thursday, 4x10 schedule
• Overtime as project needs dictate
• Periodic shutdowns, outages, and off-shift coordination

• Journeyman Electrician license
• 7+ years of industrial electrical experience; manufacturing/process background strongly preferred
• Demonstrated leadership or foreman experience strongly preferred
• Thorough knowledge of codes, standards, and industry best practices
• Experience with MCCs, motor controls, 480V systems, industrial power distribution, conduit systems, industrial troubleshooting, and shutdown/maintenance environments
• Ability to lead crews, manage priorities, and communicate clearly
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to work overtime when required

• Climb, balance, lift up to 50 pounds, and work at heights
• Wear required PPE and maintain safe work practices
• Work in industrial settings, including confined spaces
• Sustain physical activity for the full shift
• Maintain situational awareness on active construction sites

• Bring journeyman-level hand tools suitable for electrical tasks
• Use basic supervisory tools for layout, planning, and documentation

Renfrow Industrial and/or the client will provide specialized tools, testing instruments, and power tools as needed for specific tasks.

Safety is a core value. Foremen lead by example, enforce safety policies, and exercise stop-work authority whenever unsafe conditions are present.

Strong performers can move into senior supervisory, superintendent, or project management roles, based on performance, leadership capability, and business needs.

• Operate within the scope of assigned authority and project controls
• Be accountable for crew safety, quality, and productivity
• Maintain all required licenses and certifications

Work hours may vary based on project schedules, shutdowns, testing, commissioning, incidents, and customer requirements.