Structural Shop Foreman Welding/Plate

*U.S Citizenship required for most positions. Position: Structural Shop Foreman Welding/Plate (Job ID: 1362) Location: Norfolk, VA Job Id: 1362 # of Openings: 1 Structural Shop Foreman - Welding/Plate Purpose: Colonna's Shipyard is seeking a Structural Foreman to oversee the Structural Shop in Norfolk, VA. Position Summary: First level on-site supervisory role that assigns, coordinates, trains, and evaluates a team of semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their ability, experience, and job knowledge to support production in ship repair/industrial fabrication operations. The position is located onsite in Norfolk, VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production/operations. The position may require limited travel. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Manages key activities in the employee lifecycle for all direct reports (timekeeping, job assignments, training, performance management, coaching/counselling, supervision, etc.) and ensures employees have all necessary tools, equipment, work procedures, etc. to work safely and efficiently. Breaks broader production strategies down to practical action plans to support safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals while providing constant monitoring of job sites. Evaluates job sites and work environments prior to work starting to ensure safe project set‑ups and efficient work evolutions. Responsible for understanding and complying with all technical aspects of the job including adherence to all contract requirements, drawings, procedures/work instructions, etc. Directly supervises steel employees in work daily tasks to verify and ensure conformance to specifications, drawings, procedures, and quality, schedule, and budget. Interprets company policy to workers and enforces safety and environmental regulations, specifications, blueprints, sketches, and work orders to employees. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of customer product. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of workers. Carried out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Plans, assigns, and directs all work. Addresses complaints and resolves them as needed. Plans and prepares a fabrication shop schedule for all known and anticipated work, based on staffing and material resources. Layouts mild steel and stainless steel heavy and light structure, frames, skids, piping, and other projects for fabrication. Monitors and supports all shop projects maintaining high quality, on‑time delivery, safety, and staying within budget. Understands and adheres to the defined scope of work. Follows company procedures regarding material procurement and return; pre‑plans equipment and material needs. Documents and maintains files of weekly “tool‑box safety training” accomplished. Additionally, this position will: Provide daily updates to management to support POD development and execution. Review project specifications/SOWs and order all project materials in accordance with contract requirements and associated references. Generate and submit production reports, meeting all technical/customer requirements, to management. Ensure tools/resources are mobilized and demobilized from the project appropriately, providing updates on damaged or lost equipment. Be responsible for the project’s chemist certificate, daily CPs, and hot work permits. Manage and initiate QA/Customer calls out and attends/executed TIP inspections. May serve as backup/makeup to General Foreman, as needed. Required Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor’s degree or Registered Apprentice (graduate) or HS and at least 6 years related trade experience (in the trade to be supervised). Must be able to understand job specifications, drawings, and corresponding technical references. Must have regular, reliable attendance. Must have experience in QA/QC programs and procedures. Must have expert level knowledge of all welding methods, procedures, and quality control. Must have working knowledge of design principles, AMSE/AWS codes, and safety standards. Must have working knowledge of all tools and equipment (e.g., overhead cranes, saw, iron workers, shears, brakes, welding equipment). Preferred Skills/Qualifications: Some previous supervisory/mentoring experience (such as make‑up supervisor) Security Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain access to Government Facilities (DBIDS). Must be a U.S. Citizen. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 20 lbs. Must be physically agile to perform tasks in naval ships. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces, including enter and moving through manholes. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. Frequent exposure to noise due to machinery and equipment. Employee is required to operate trucks, forklifts & man‑lifts. While performing the duties of this job, you may frequently be required to stand, walk & sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear. Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, squat, kneel, twist and crawl. Work in extreme temperatures and conditions. At times you will work in areas that have less adequate ventilation. Frequent use of respirator. Protective clothing or equipment and face shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal. Respect, Pride, Truth, Family – These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry. Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Additionally, Colonna’s Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). #J-18808-Ljbffr