HF Rubber Machinery, Inc., a subsidiary of the HF Mixing Group, is the global leader in the manufacturing of rubber and plastic processing equipment. HFRM, based in Topeka, Kansas is looking for EFS Project Foremen. The EFS Project Foreman will plan, prepare, and implement installation projects for the Engineering Field Services (EFS) business unit and HF Mixing Group. The ideal candidate will have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, a positive and professional image, ability to work with all levels of employees, excellent organizational skills and be a self-starter with a high degree of self-motivation and initiative. Relocation is not required.

HFRM also offers a full benefits package after 30 calendar days of employment: paid vacation and sick, 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, life and disability, flexible spending account, 401k and Roth savings plans, wellness, and student loan repayment assistance.

EFS Foreman benefits include: company-paid lodging, mileage, and per diem. 

The EFS Foreman plans, prepares, and implements installation projects for the EFS business unit and HF Mixing Group.

Essential Job Functions include, but not limited to:

· Travel to job sites to walk through potential EFS projects based on Request for Quotation (RFQ) submitted by the customer during quoting stage to estimate labor, expense, material, subcontract and submit to EFS back-office personnel for quote generation; support HFRM sales group in customer proposal outline development.

· Assist the HFRM Field Service Manager and HFRM Sales team in project leads by maintaining customer contacts to provide awareness to HFRM of possible opportunities and follow up with customers after receipt of proposal.

· Prepare resource estimates for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; selecting vendors or subcontractors to determine cost effectiveness and prepare lists of required materials, tools, and equipment.

· Prepare estimates for subcontract work including, but not limited to, pipe insulation, sheet metal, etc. and ensure budget and schedule are maintained.

· Plan assigned field service projects to include procurement of manpower, tooling, materials, equipment, and setup of local vendors, including rental equipment, required to complete project.

· Translate EFS orders into a sequential work schedule; review and adhere to detailed schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet forecasted and/or required completion dates.

· Manage HFRM field service projects onsite.

· Manage, train, and delegate work to onsite employees.

· Maintain tooling inventory and ensure all tools are in good working condition.

· Supervise and ensure employees are adhering to safety guidelines.

· Ensure rental equipment is maintained and returned on time.

· Responsible for travel itineraries and securing of lodging for self and crew.

· Responsible for securing required manpower and contacting and scheduling of crew.

· Process and timely submit payroll and expense reports for self and crew.

· Responsible for timely payment of HF American Express (AMEX) credit card.

· Provide annual evaluation of each crew member.

· Provide weekly reports to HFRM back-office.

· Ensure project quality is maintained per ISO requirements.

· Maintain personal contact with customers to assist with inquiries, problems, trouble shooting, specifications, service and inspections through phone calls, emails, and personal visits.

· Upon completion, site walk-through with customer per project acceptance protocols.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

· Knowledge of heavy machinery mechanical installations required.

· Knowledge of rubber processing machinery and in-plant processes preferred.

· Knowledge of piping system installation, steel erection, concrete demolition and placement, and general construction experience preferred. 

· OSHA 10 minimum required; OSHA 30 preferred.

· Intermediate computer and word processing skills, in particular Microsoft Office and Project and AutoCAD. 

· Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record and passport.

· Available to travel on short notice.

· Ability to effectively communicate, present information and answer questions clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with internal and external customers.

· Ability to analyze data or information by identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

· Ability to organize, multi-task, plan, set priorities and exercise good judgment in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision while maintaining strong attention to detail.

· Ability to work independently and in team settings.

· Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of HFRM.

· Demonstrate poise, tact, and diplomacy with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.