Production Foreman - Drywall Tape & Texture / Back Panel
Company: KIT Custom HomeBuilders
Location: Caldwell, ID - 1000 Garber St. (100% Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time | Production Leadership
Compensation: $90,000-$130,000 DOE (includes base salary and quarterly bonuses)
Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 6:00 AM-4:30 PM | Overtime as Needed
This position requires a strong background in drywall installation, taping, mudding, texturing, finishing, and production team leadership. The ideal candidate understands the importance of quality workmanship, efficient production flow, employee accountability, and meeting daily manufacturing deadlines.
As a Foreman, you will be responsible for supervising employees, coordinating departmental operations, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring homes move through production on schedule.
Position Summary
The
Drywall Tape & Texture / Back Panel Foreman is responsible for managing daily production operations, employee performance, safety, quality, and workflow within both departments.
This is a
hands-on leadership position requiring technical knowledge of drywall installation and finishing processes, the ability to identify and correct workmanship deficiencies, and experience leading production teams in a fast-paced manufacturing or construction environment.
The Foreman works closely with Production Management, Quality Control, Maintenance, and other departments to ensure production targets are achieved without compromising safety or quality.
Key Responsibilities
Department Leadership & Production Management - Direct and supervise daily operations within the Drywall Tape & Texture and Back Panel Departments.
- Assign employees to workstations and tasks based on production requirements, skills, and staffing levels.
- Establish daily priorities and ensure production deadlines are consistently met.
- Monitor employee productivity, attendance, workmanship, and overall performance.
- Coordinate workflow between drywall installation, taping, mudding, texturing, finishing, and subsequent production departments.
- Identify production bottlenecks and implement solutions to minimize downtime.
- Ensure proper staffing, training, and material availability to maintain efficient production.
- Communicate production progress, staffing concerns, and operational issues to Production Management.
Drywall Installation, Tape & Texture Quality - Oversee the installation, fitting, fastening, and finishing of drywall panels in manufactured homes.
- Ensure proper drywall preparation, joint taping, mud application, sanding, and texturing techniques.
- Inspect drywall surfaces for cracks, uneven joints, visible seams, fastener defects, poor texture consistency, and other workmanship issues.
- Verify that finished surfaces meet company quality and appearance standards.
- Ensure drywall materials, tools, equipment, and finishing products are used correctly and efficiently.
- Identify quality concerns early and implement corrective action to prevent rework.
- Coordinate repairs and corrections before homes advance to the next production stage.
- Maintain consistent finishing standards across employees and production units.
Employee Supervision & Accountability - Lead, train, coach, and develop employees to achieve departmental expectations.
- Provide clear instructions regarding daily assignments, production goals, and workmanship standards.
- Monitor attendance, punctuality, productivity, and employee conduct.
- Address performance concerns promptly and consistently in accordance with company policies and HR procedures.
- Support new-hire training and the company's mentorship program.
- Promote teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and respectful workplace communication.
- Identify employee training needs and provide hands-on instruction when necessary.
- Ensure employees follow established work procedures and production expectations.
Safety, Equipment & Continuous Improvement - Enforce company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and proper PPE usage.
- Ensure employees safely operate drywall tools, sanding equipment, ladders, and other assigned equipment.
- Monitor exposure to drywall dust and ensure proper housekeeping and dust-control practices.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, including participation in the company's 4 Corners Cleanup expectations.
- Report safety hazards, equipment concerns, and incidents promptly.
- Monitor material usage, waste, scrap, and rework to improve departmental efficiency.
- Participate in continuous improvement and Kaizen initiatives.
- Coordinate with Maintenance and Materials to address equipment issues, shortages, and production interruptions.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in drywall installation, taping, mudding, texturing, or finishing.
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory, foreman, or team leadership experience in construction, drywall finishing, manufacturing, or a related production environment.
- Strong working knowledge of drywall installation and finishing techniques, tools, materials, and quality standards.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise employees, assign work, and meet production deadlines.
- Ability to identify drywall workmanship deficiencies and direct appropriate corrective action.
- Experience managing employee performance, productivity, attendance, and accountability.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and management.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work the required production schedule, including additional hours and overtime as needed.
- Basic computer, tablet, and production reporting skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous Foreman or Supervisor experience overseeing drywall installation and finishing crews.
- Experience supervising multiple production areas or departments.
- Experience in manufactured housing, modular construction, residential construction, or high-volume manufacturing.
- Knowledge of drywall texture application methods, finishing equipment, and quality inspection procedures.
- Experience improving production efficiency, reducing rework, and managing material waste.
- Experience training and developing employees in skilled construction trades.
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Skills & Competencies
- Hands-on drywall and finishing expertise
- Strong production leadership and employee supervision
- Quality control and attention to detail
- Production planning and workflow coordination
- Employee coaching, training, and accountability
- Time management and deadline management
- Safety compliance and hazard recognition
- Problem-solving and conflict resolution
- Material and labor efficiency
- Teamwork and cross-department communication
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Dependability, professionalism, and sound judgment
Work Schedule
Monday-Thursday | 6:00 AM-4:30 PM - Full-time, fully onsite leadership position.
- Three-day weekends under the standard production schedule.
- Extended hours, early starts, Fridays, Saturdays, or additional overtime may be required based on production demands.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
Compensation & Benefits
$90,000-$130,000 DOE (includes base salary and quarterly bonuses) - Weekly pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Hospital indemnity and accident insurance
- Voluntary short-term disability and life insurance
- Employer-paid long-term disability
- Employer-paid $10,000 basic life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- Employee discounts on homes, materials, travel, electronics, gym memberships, and more
- Free doughnuts and apples every Monday
- Free lunch every other Friday during the Memorial Day-Labor Day period
- Stable, year-round employment
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Fast-paced manufactured housing production environment.
- Regular exposure to drywall dust, noise, machinery, and varying temperatures.
- Ability to stand and walk throughout the production floor for extended periods.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, and inspecting work areas.
- Ability to inspect drywall surfaces and finished products for workmanship deficiencies.
- Ability to safely demonstrate drywall installation and finishing techniques when necessary.
- Required use of appropriate PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and other equipment as assigned.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates must apply online and submit a current résumé detailing their drywall experience and previous leadership responsibilities.Apply at:
https://www.kitwest.com/employment-opportunities/#openings
Applicants should clearly identify: - Years of hands-on drywall installation, tape, texture, and finishing experience.
- Years of Foreman, Supervisor, or team leadership experience.
- Previous departments or crew sizes supervised.
- Relevant manufacturing, residential construction, or production experience.
Only qualified applicants will be contacted regarding next steps.
Department: Tape & Texture This is a management position This is a full time position
