Rigging Foreman

Position Summary

The Rigging Foreman leads and safely executes machinery moving and rigging projects, with a focus on CNC and industrial equipment relocations and installations. This position provides hands-on supervision for crews of 2–6 employees, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with company standards, customer requirements, and project schedules.

Serving as the on-site leader, the Foreman plans daily job activities, coordinates crews and equipment, and actively participates in rigging operations. Success in this role requires strong judgment, mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving skills, along with a consistent commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.

Experience & Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience as Foreman in machinery moving, rigging, or industrial equipment relocation
• Prior experience in a working foreman, lead, or general foreman role
• Demonstrated ability to supervise crews, plan daily work, and manage job execution
• Strong hands-on experience relocating CNC machines, manual machines, presses, press brakes and other precision industrial equipment
• Experience working with forklifts, Versa-Lifts, Hydraulic gantries, and other rigging equipment, including setup, load balancing, and capacity considerations
• Crane flagging and signaling experience required (this is not a crane operator position)
• Ability to maintain accurate job documentation and clearly communicate required information.
• The ability to travel if needed to.
• You must possess a valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements

Safety, Leadership & Supervision

• Lead and enforce all job-site safety practices in accordance with company and client requirements
• Conduct daily Pre-Task Plan (PTP) and ensure hazards are identified and mitigated
• Ensure proper PPE usage and safe work practices across the crew
• Maintain authority to stop work when unsafe conditions exist
• Supervise and direct 2–6 person crews, assigning daily tasks and responsibilities
• Lead by example through professionalism, strong work ethic, and safety awareness
• Maintain productivity while meeting safety, quality, and schedule expectations

Planning & Rigging Operations

• Plan daily onsite job activities including crew assignments, equipment selection, and work sequencing
• Direct machinery moves including loading, unloading, positioning, setting, and alignment
• Oversee and assist with the safe operation of forklifts, machinery skates, hydraulic and mechanical jacks, gantries, and related rigging equipment
• Ensure proper rigging techniques, load control, and securement during transport
• Adapt to changing site conditions or scope changes as required

Communication & Documentation

• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for customers and internal teams
• Communicate job progress, changes, or issues with operations and dispatch and Salesmen.
• Ensure all required paperwork, work orders, and daily documentation are completed accurately and on time
• Promptly report incidents, near-misses, equipment issues, or policy concerns

Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of rigging principles and industrial machinery
• Knowledge of weight distribution, centers of gravity, floor loading, and machine protection
• Ability to read and interpret basic layouts, drawings, and site conditions
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability in field conditions
• Physically capable of performing rigging work, including lifting, bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods
• Able to work independently and take responsibility for job-site outcomes

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently climb ladders or stairs, stand; walk; sit; lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; use fingers and hands to adjust straps, move equipment and perform daily duties; reach with hands and arms; pull handles and grasp equipment; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The General Foreman is subject to possible exposure to extreme year-round outdoor environmental conditions and may also be subject to working weekends and holidays.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; may be exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration, and high levels of noise. 

Additional Requirements:

Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by a General Foreman and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and/or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.