Welding Project Leader 4

Ingalls Shipbuilding•Newport News, VA

5d•$101,000 - $127,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Welding Project Leader expedites productivity and quality improvements in welding operations and coordinates assigned projects from initiation through implementation. Projects may involve equipment purchases, testing or modification; development of training programs; and design changes. The role provides technical and hands-on assistance to Trades personnel as automatic systems and new materials are introduced, and assists with job planning, equipment setup, and troubleshooting implementation issues. The position may also coordinate the movement of equipment and materials and the provision of services, and may serve as a liaison between Trades and other Company functions, including Welding Engineering and Design, to resolve technical problems.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
A minimum of ten years of related welding experience.
Knowledge of ship construction methods, welding processes and equipment, and applicable welding and quality procedures.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

NNS Apprentice graduate.
Experience operating automatic welding processes.

Responsibilities

Expedite productivity and quality improvements in welding operations.
Coordinate assigned projects from initiation through implementation.
Coordinate equipment purchases, testing, or modification; training program development; and design changes as needed.
Provide technical and hands-on assistance to Trades personnel implementing automatic systems and introducing new materials.
Assist with job planning, equipment setup, and troubleshooting issues encountered during implementation.
Coordinate and expedite the movement of required equipment and materials and the provision of needed services.
Serve as a liaison between Trades and other Company functions, such as Welding Engineering and Design, to coordinate resolution of technical problems.