Structural Shop Foreman

Company: National Steel and Shipbuilding Co

Location: Norfolk, Virginia

Position: Structural Shop Foreman

Shift: 0600 - 1445 with a 45-minute lunch (All shifts)

Security Clearance: No Clearance required

The Foreman Steel Shop leads, guides, coordinates, and supervises a team that may comprise of Journeyman Level Mechanics, Trainees, Helpers, and Subcontracted Labor.

• BA/BS plus 2 years in a related field
• AA/AS plus 4 years directly related experience OR
• High School Diploma/GED plus 8 years directly related ship building/ship repair experience

• In-depth knowledge in all facets of the trade relating to ship repair
• Working knowledge of contracting and estimating procedures
• Demonstrated knowledge and utilization of production processes, methods, quality, and technology
• Effective leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Proven ability in a people environment
• Capable in Microsoft products

• Carrying
• Lifting
• Walking
• Climbing
• Pulling
• Must be able to go on vessels
• Visual Requirements
• Crouching
• Standing
• Hearing
• Stooping
• Other
• Kneeling
• Talking

Reports to the General Foreman. This position typically has direct reports for 8-20 skilled, semi-skilled, unskilled employees and/or trade subcontractors. Supports Production and Program Management by monitoring and managing manpower resources, quality, and schedule and budget performance.

• On-site deck-plate leader for the trade, working with a team of typically 8-20 mechanics to accomplish assigned production activities. Responsible for safety, quality, schedule, cost, for his/her team.
• Plans and projects manpower requirements to support Production / Program Management activities. Communicates resource requirements to the General Foreman.
• Reviews Gantt chart schedule to start planning work 2 weeks out, develops 1-2 week schedules for all members of their team and communicates progress to General Foreman.
• Develops daily work assignments and expectations for production workforce.
• Reviews and documents employee performance.
• Understand and upholds the requirements of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Walks every production job before assigning it to assess necessary preparations for an efficient and safe execution of the work. Follows up at the job site multiple times a day to ensure proper progress and resolve potential issues.
• Assigns mechanics to jobs to most effectively utilize their skill set and maximize performance.
• Ensures all employees are properly supervised and have all the necessary tooling, equipment, specifications, drawings and procedures to properly accomplish their jobs.
• Deconflicts work and informs the General Foreman of any potential problem that jeopardizes completion of quality work within budget and schedule.
• Inspects every job by every mechanic upon completion to ensure trade quality standards and attention to detail have been met.
• Attends daily production meetings and coordinates their assignments with other shops and ensures projected goals are met and all issues are being addressed.
• Monitors trade / shop rework trends and implements corrective action.
• Participates in development of standard / best practice and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manages workforce performance and compliance to company rules; implements corrective action, conflict management, and disciplinary action when necessary.
• Monitors workforce performance and absenteeism.
• Performs all job functions in accordance with NASSCO’s Mission, Vision, Values and Principles.
• Performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Accountable to the General Foreman for the efficient and effective performance of trade personnel while adhering to budgetary, quality, manpower, schedule, and safety requirements.

Regular, reliable attendance on-site is an essential function of the job. Must be willing to travel, have reliable transportation and qualify to operate a company vehicle. Must be a U.S. citizen and qualify for a CAC or DBIDS badge. Must have reliable record of attendance and…