Weld Shop Foreman

Auxiliary Systems Inc•Norfolk, VA

1d•$70,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Weld Shop Foreman will be responsible for the direct supervision and oversight of the entire department. This role involves leading a team of 30+ shipfitters, welders, pipefitters, and helpers to successfully complete assigned work within budget and on time. The foreman will work to ensure that the overall project adheres to the schedule by integrating work efforts with other departments. Key responsibilities include planning and scheduling of work, ordering materials, and other tasks as assigned. The primary duties include, but are not limited to, supervising manpower and material to support schedule milestone requirements. Review project schedules and budgets during ship availabilities. Control labor and materials. Ensure that assigned production work is completed on schedule and within budget. Participate in the planning process. Direct personnel and assign work accordingly. Ensure skill level of personnel meets job requirements. Ship check and estimate work as required. Comply with all company policies and procedures. Other job duties as assigned by the Production Manager.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Must be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding, knowledge, technical skills, and concepts related to ship-fitting, welding, pipefitting, and blueprint reading.
Understand and working knowledge of NAVSEA specifications and NAVSEA Standard items, MIL-STD 1689, USCG, ABS, and other maritime industry guidelines.
Must be able to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and government regulations.
Must be able to clearly write reports, business correspondence, manuals, and procedures.
Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Must have the ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Must be able to board ships, enter confined spaces with limited visibility and have the ability to climb up and downstairs and/or ladders of varying heights to complete the job or inspections.
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors under all weather conditions.
Must be physically and medically qualified to wear required personal protective equipment.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel.
Able to obtain and maintain a confidential level security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or equivalent Apprenticeship Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Supervising manpower and material to support schedule milestone requirements.
Review project schedules and budgets during ship availabilities.
Control labor and materials.
Ensure that assigned production work is completed on schedule and within budget.
Participate in the planning process.
Direct personnel and assign work accordingly.
Ensure skill level of personnel meets job requirements.
Ship check and estimate work as required.
Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Lead a team of 30+ shipfitters, welders, pipefitters, and helpers to successfully complete assigned work within budget and on time.
Work to ensure that the overall project adheres to the schedule by integrating work efforts with other departments.
Planning and scheduling of work, ordering materials.
Responds positively and decisively in normal and emergency situations.
Ensures compliance to all environmental, health, and safety policies and quality standards.
Assists planners, managers, and superintendents with workflow and strategy.
Responsible for identifying, evaluating, and training employees to meet the requirements of the job.
Responsible for supervising activities and managing costs to ensure production and quality of work performed meets specifications, costs, and schedules.
Responsible for maintaining all machinery and equipment for specific operational performance and optimum utilization as well as ensuring inspections remain current.
Responsible for enforcing worker compliance with following appropriate procedures in the areas of production, accuracy control, safety, cost, and quality assurance.