WELDING PROJECT LEADER 4

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

1d•$101,000 - $127,000•Onsite

About The Position

Expedites the implementation of productivity and quality improvements in welding operations. Coordinates assigned projects from initiation through implementation, which may require initiation and coordination of equipment purchases/testing/modification, training program development, design changes, etc. Provides technical and hands-on assistance to Trades personnel in the implementation of automatic systems and new materials introductions. Assists in job planning, equipment set-up and the troubleshooting of problems incurred during implementation. May coordinate and expedite the movement of needed equipment and materials, and provision of required services. May function as a liaison between the Trades and other Company functions, such as Welding Engineering, Design, etc., to coordinate the resolution of technical problems.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

NNS Apprentice graduate
Experience in the operation of automatic welding processes

Responsibilities

Expedites the implementation of productivity and quality improvements in welding operations.
Coordinates assigned projects from initiation through implementation.
Initiates and coordinates equipment purchases/testing/modification.
Develops training programs.
Manages design changes.
Provides technical and hands-on assistance to Trades personnel in the implementation of automatic systems and new materials introductions.
Assists in job planning, equipment set-up and troubleshooting of problems incurred during implementation.
Coordinates and expedites the movement of needed equipment and materials, and provision of required services.
Functions as a liaison between the Trades and other Company functions, such as Welding Engineering, Design, etc., to coordinate the resolution of technical problems.