Shipbuilder

Hanwha Philly Shipyard • Philadelphia, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Hanwha Philly Shipyard is seeking a dedicated Shipbuilder to join their team. This role is crucial for ensuring the successful production and repair of ships, adhering strictly to safety procedures and utilizing various shipbuilding tools and technical documents. The Shipbuilder will be responsible for a range of tasks from basic assembly to large panel production and pre-outfitting, contributing to all areas of yard production including dry dock and fabrication. The position requires a proactive approach to safety, including hot work precautions, and maintaining a clean work area.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in shipyards with shipbuilding production or ship repair businesses with manufacturing of heavy steel structures production of pressure vessels, boilers and other similar quality products welding and fitting, hand tools and industrial safety
• Must be able to read and comprehend blue prints

Nice To Haves

• Analysis and problem solving
• Adaptability
• Organizing
• Communication skills
• Willingness and ability to function as a team member

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all Hanwha Philly Shipyard safety procedures, rules and regulations are followed and met
• Work independently according to instructions, rules and other standards
• Frequently utilizes a variety of shipbuilding tools (grinders, torches, etc.)
• Frequently reads shipbuilding blueprints and other technical documents
• Frequently responsible for basic plate and stiffener assembly
• Frequently responsible for large panel and double bottom production, including pre-outfitting
• Frequently responsible for web line production, including plate cutting
• Occasionally moves material
• Occasionally stores material
• Frequently keeps work area clean and organized, must be clean at the end of shift
• Responsible for all areas in the yard production, including dry dock and fabrication
• Responsible to check around all areas before starting hot work
• Responsible to protect any areas from hot work, including painted areas, machinery etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED