Ship Repair Fabrication Supervisor - Now Hiring

Description:

Duties include but are not limited to:

All shipfitter duties.

Supervises lay-outs and fabrication of metal structural parts, such as plates, bulkheads, and frames, and braces them in position within hull of ship for riveting or welding. Along with supervising lay-out position of parts on metal, working from blueprints or templates and using scribe and hand tools.

Confirms location and marks reference lines, such as center, buttock, and frame lines. Positions parts in hull of ship, assisted by RIGGER (ship-boat mfg.). Aligns parts in relation to each other, using jacks, turnbuckles, clips, wedges, and mauls. Reviews marked location of holes to be drilled and installs temporary fasteners to hold part in place for welding or riveting. Installs packing, gaskets, liners, and structural accessories and members, such as doors, hatches, brackets, and clips.

May prepare molds and templates for fabrication of nonstandard parts. Reviews and supervises team members who tack weld clips and brackets in place prior to permanent welding. Reviews and manages team members who roll, bend, flange, cut, and shape plates, beams, and other heavy metal parts, using shop machinery, such as plate rolls, presses, bending brakes, and joggle machines. May tack weld and be designated Fitter-Tacker (any industry).

Other responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and coach team members daily production activities.
• Communicate and collaborate with all functional areas to ensure jobs are completed effectively and efficiently.
• Monitor and manage team member performance, ensuring jobs are on-budget and on-time.
• Fosters and champions continuous improvement activities to innovate business practices.
• Reviews upcoming jobs with stakeholders to properly plan and execute.
• Ensure all safety policies and procedures are always adhered to.
• Performs fit checks and weld inspections, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the shift. Directly supervises all nonsupervisory personnel within the shift. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily/meeting expectations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Requires a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Requires the ability to fabricate and layout according to certification standards.
• Must be able to effectively instruct and evaluate welder/fitters' performance to meet and exceed our customers' expectations.
• Must be able to be certified for forklift and crane operations and maintain this certification annually.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with outside sources in written and verbal formats.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs.
• Must be able to read blueprints and must know GD&T.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (Accounting B.S. or B.A.) from four-year college or university; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write and understand oral and written instructions, information gathered from meters, dials, calibrated scales, visual display units. Ability to receive and understand instructions via radio or phone. Ability to summarize verbal instructions.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Must possess strong mathematical skills and mechanical aptitude. Requires basic financial knowledge.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to follow instructions, in a logical order, given in oral, written, or diagram form. Ability to apply quality standards against product and determine if defective and degree of defect. Ability to compile gathered information. Ability to solve practical problems with common sense.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS.

• Valid Driver Licenses
• Forklift Certification (must pass certification upon hire and maintain annually)
• Crane Certification (must pass certification upon hire and maintain annually)

TRAVEL

Ability to travel out of state for training as needed.

PHYSICAL TASKS FREQUENCY

Sitting Occasional

Walking Frequent

Bending Frequent

Squatting/Stooping Frequent

Crawling Occasional

Climbing/Heights Frequent

Kneeling Frequent

Twisting Frequent

Standing Constant

Reaching Above Shoulder Constant

Hand Dexterity/Tool Usage Constant

Foot Restrictions N/A

Operation of Motor Vehicle/Forklift/Crane N/A

Work Around Non-Contained Machinery Constant

Work in Tight/Confined Spaces Frequent (may also require some type of respirator)

Physical Activity Constant

Length of Work Day 8 or 10 hours plus OT when required depending upon shift

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:

___ 10 pounds ___ 50 pounds

___ 20 pounds X 75 pounds w/ assist

___ 35 pounds ___100 pounds w/ assist

___ Other lifting criteria

PUSHING/PULLING REQUIREMENTS:

___ 25 pounds __ 75 pounds w/ assist

X 50 pounds ___ 100 pounds w/ assist

___ Other pushing/pulling criteria

Safety Requirements

Hard hat, in required areas, safety shoes and safety glasses.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exposure is frequent to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles - eye protection is required, and fumes, machine vibration, and noisy conditions, high temperatures, and occasional to a restricted space work area.

EEO STATEMENT

KEEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We believe in fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes equity and respect for all. The job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.

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