Mesa

Woodshop Foreman

Resume Required – Start Date ASAP

📍 Ability to Commute: Ashland City, TN 37015 (Required)

Mesa is seeking a highly capable and motivated Shop Foreman to lead our millwork team in a fast-paced, creative environment. Based in Ashland City, we specialize in custom furniture and architectural millwork for Nashville’s most unique commercial spaces. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends team coordination, production scheduling, and top-tier craftsmanship.

Job Role

We have promoted our current foreman to Director of Production leaving a well oiled role in our woodshop to be filled. This position is ideal for an experienced shop leader who thrives on both the floor and in the details. The Shop Foreman plays a critical role in ensuring that our shop runs efficiently, that work is built to Mesa’s quality standards, and that our team is supported every step of the way. You’ll work closely with the production supervisor, engineers, and bench carpenters to hit deadlines, maintain standards, and keep the shop humming. With key admin staff working alongside the foreman, this role can focus specifically on the shop and finish team to ensure the Mesa product is built to our standard.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily workflow for the production team and manage build assignments
Coordinate closely with the Production Supervisor on scheduling and labor needs
Provide in-the-moment guidance to resolve build or design questions on the floor
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment
Ensure shop tools and inventory are functional, well-maintained, and ready for use
Set quality and efficiency expectations, and help mentor team members as they grow

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

8+ years of experience in custom millwork or fabrication, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership role
Deep understanding of cabinet and millwork construction methods, materials, and shop equipment
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent communication skills
Able to balance hands-on production work with delegation and supervision
Strong collaborator with the ability to motivate and coach others
Proactive problem solver with a commitment to deadlines and quality
Willingness to flex with the shop’s needs and occasionally work overtime

Pay & Benefits

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 annually, based on experience
Profit Sharing: Quarterly
Paid Time Off (PTO): 10 days per year, (after 90 days).
Holidays: 10 paid holidays annually
Insurance: Mesa covers 50% of health insurance premiums; dental and vision options available

Work Schedule

Full-Time: M–Th: 7:00am–4:30pm; F: 7:00am–12:00pm
Flexible time off and scheduling accommodations available

Company-Wide Values

Mesa is the x-factor in an industry full of dreamers and skeptics. We bridge creativity with craftsmanship, solving complex builds through strong communication and team-wide clarity. We treat clients with respect and transparency, and we show up for each other—every project, every detail. Mesa builds with intention, delivers with pride, and dances when the job is done.

Apply Now

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If you’re ready to lead a team that loves what they do—and raise the bar on what millwork can be—send us your resume and a brief note about your experience. We can’t wait to meet you.

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