Authorization Forms; WAF Coordinator
Listed on 2025-12-31
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Manufacturing / Production
Operations Engineer
Description
Who We AreVigor is a values-driven, diversified industrial business operating in six locations with 1,800 people in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Built around a collection of powerful, unique assets and differentiated capabilities, Vigor excels at specialized shipbuilding and ship repair, supporting both commercial customers and our national defense. With deep respect for people and the planet, Vigor strives to be a positive, regenerative force for good - environmentally, in the lives of its employees and in the community.
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$51,268 - 64,085
POSITION SUMMARYThe Work Authorization Forms (WAF) Coordinator administers the work authorization process and oversees the process for the Work Authorization Forms and Technical Work Documents (TWDs) for all repair activities throughout the course of ship's availability.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES- Verifies that ship's systems are properly tagged out and safe prior to allowing work to be done.
- Validates that all tags hung have been fully completed and hung properly.
- Audits tags to ensure they are placed in the right location and they have not been tampered with.
- Accurately enters and logs tag out information into electronic database and on binders for each ship.
- Act as liaison between Ship's crew, Subcontractors and production department for all repair activities in matters of WAFs and Tagouts with the goal of 100% compliance and zero violations.
- Attend meetings and send out correspondences to ensure there is clear communication between Project Management, Subcontractors, Ship's crew and Production Department
- Conducts training on Tagout and WAF requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Operates within general parameters, but must use sound judgment and independent decision making when carrying out job responsibilities.
INTERPERSONAL CONTACTSThe person interfaces with project management, production personnel, vendor personnel and Government personnel.
KNOWLEDGESKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
- Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items and requirements
- Must be familiar with the United States Navy Tag-out system or equivalent process
- Must have the ability to investigate and analyze information, draw conclusions, basic problem solving and familiar with root-cause analysis techniques.
- Ability to work independently, to include meeting schedule and reporting deadlines required.
- A strong working knowledge of marine propulsion and structural systems to include the ability to read blueprints/ship system drawings and previous marine operational experience, helpful.
- Ability to use PC and software applications such as MS Office and database programs.
- Must have thorough knowledge of shipyard production procedures, government regulations, craft jurisdictions, ship repair methods, administrative procedures and government contract administration.
- Ability to write understandable reports, read and understand technical manuals
- Must be able to board ships, enter confined spaces with limited visibility and have the ability to climb up and down stairs and/or ladders of varying heights
High School Diploma or GED Certificate is required. BA in quality technology, engineering, mathematics, the basic sciences or related fields or equivalent experience is preferred. The person must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a NAVSEA issued access badge.
Minimum of 5 years of increasing responsibility and experience in the quality profession for a heavy manufacturer or shipyard is desired. A minimum of 3 years of increasing responsibility in project management experience is desired. Experience including work in an ISO 9000, Mil-Q-9858A or MIL-I-45208A QA Program required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSWork is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced office setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard. The individual may be required to be in production areas in yard and onboard ships. He/she must be able to walk to and from job sites. The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders. The incumbent may be required to lift up to 20 pounds.
Good finger, hand and wrist dexterity required for extensive computer operations. He/she may be required to work more than 8-hour shifts and weekend work.
While in the production area may be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Vigor Values- Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
- Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
- Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
- Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in
- Medical
- RX
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- AD&D
- LTD
- STD
- EAP
- Discretionary bonus
- Tuition Reimbursement
- FSA (Medical, Childcare, Transportation)
- 10 paid holidays
- PTO
- 401(k)
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