Shop Foreman

Company: K2 Ascend
Location: Novi
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

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 Want to Stand Out? We’d love to hear from you directly. Submit a quick video intro to share more about your CNC and leadership experience. Submit your video here: https://record.interview.video/j/ascend -with-k2

Keywords: K2 Ascend, Dearborn Heights , Shop Foreman, Engineering , Novi, Michigan