Paint Foreman - 1st shift

Fincantieri Marine Group • Sturgeon Bay, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Paint Foreman is responsible for coordinating paint department activities related to new ship construction, renovation, repair, and maintenance projects. The Paint Foreman will provide on-site direction by monitoring work progress, offering guidance, promoting accountability, ensuring quality standards, and meeting project deadlines. This is a leadership position with direct management of up to 30 employees. Domestic travel may be required.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of marine coating systems, surface preparation methods, abrasive blasting, paint application techniques, and preservation practices
• Ability to interpret coating specifications, shipbuilding drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements
• Strong understanding of shipboard painting, blasting, coating, inspection, and maintenance processes
• Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
• Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMG and have high values for safety awareness
• Journeyman, Technical or associate's degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 2 Years of industrial painting, blasting, or coating experience required.

Nice To Haves

• 2 Years of shipboard, marine, or heavy industrial coating and leadership experience preferred.
• Have or are willing to obtain OSHA 30, NBPI, NACE1, and CIP

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret shipbuilding drawings, coating specifications, work packages, paint schedules, and engineering requirements to determine material needs and work sequences
• Plan and oversee surface preparation, abrasive blasting, coating application, touch-up, and preservation activities for shipboard structures, tanks, compartments, and equipment
• Coordinate workforce assignments, monitor production schedules, and ensure painting and coating work is completed in accordance with quality, safety, environmental, and project requirements
• Plan activities and overtime as needed to meet project demands
• Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; employee recognition and discipline; resolving employee concerns; and developing employees with the skills, competencies, and values needed to achieve Company goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree