Shipfitter Superintendent

Job Description

Job Description

MHI Ship Repair & Services is a major marine repair and conversion contractor serving the U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, Maritime Administration and Commercial ship owners and operators worldwide. Our shipyard is conveniently located in the Mid-Atlantic region at the port of Hampton Roads, Norfolk Virginia.

JOB SUMMARY:  Primary point of contact, provide oversite and daily operations within the structural department.  Responsibilities include meeting production schedule, maintain resources and training needs within the department.

SUPERVISES:  Asst. Shipfitting Superintendent ,  Shipfitting Leadperson ,   Shipfitting Specialist, 1st-3rd Class Shipfitter, Handyman, Helper

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

1. Supervises the activities of the Shipfitting Department personnel directly or indirectly and               maximizes efficiency and productivity of supervisors and production workers.  Responsible for             resolving issues with regard to day-to-day operations.

2. Confers with Director of Production, other Superintendents and subcontractors to coordinate        work schedules and prioritize work.

3. Ensures that machinery and equipment are properly maintained for efficient production and          eliminates wasteful practices within the department.  Responsible for identifying improved                 methods, and efficient and economical utilization of materials.  Orders new equipment and      material as needed for ongoing jobs.  

4. Conducts ship checks to ensure as requested.   Provides assistance to the estimating department in developing cost estimates.

5. Ensures adherence to company policies, safety standards, good housekeeping practices and on time performances.  Development of department procedures and training outlines.

6. Maintains good employee relations practices within his department and takes corrective action as                required.

7. Oversees hiring and release of department resources as required to maintain production schedule demands.

8. Establishes accountabilities and goals used for performance evaluation and conducts training.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintain training records within the department.

2. Ability to investigate CAR (Corrective Action Request) and provide clear response.

3. Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent. 

2. 12 years of related work experience to include 10 years of management responsibilities.

3. Minimum of two years of Technical School.   

4. Must have in-depth knowledge of NAVSEA and MSC standard items.  Ability to interpret blueprint and technical documentation related to shipfitter requirements 

5. Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

6. Requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to motivate others.

7. Basic computer skills.

MHI Ship Repair & Services offers competitive wages and an excellent benefit package.

Affirmative Action/EOE Employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.