Foreman Pipe Shop (2nd Shift)

Location & Shift

Norfolk, Virginia. Second shift, 3 pm – 11 pm.

Security Clearance & Citizenship

No security clearance required. Must be a U.S. citizen and qualify for a CAC or RapidGate badge.

Education & Experience Requirements

• BA/BS plus 2 years in a related field, or
• AA/AS plus 4 years directly related experience, or
• 8 years directly related shipbuilding/ship repair experience.

In‑depth knowledge of all facets of ship repair trade, working knowledge of contracting and estimating procedures, and demonstrated knowledge of production processes, methods, quality, and technology.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to carry, lift, walk, climb, pull, crawl, sit, crouch, stand, hear, stoop, kneel, and talk as required.
• Must be able to work on vessels, in drydock, and in confined spaces; up to 70 % of time outdoors in all climates.
• Regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle objects or controls, and maintain good eye‑hand coordination.
• Noise level: moderate to loud.
• Must wear personal protective equipment and be able to climb ladders, work in tanks, and handle dirty, dusty, hot, or cold conditions.

Working Relationships

Reports to the General Foreman. Directly supervises 8‑30 skilled, semi‑skilled, unskilled employees and/or trade subcontractors. Supports Production and Program Management by monitoring manpower resources, quality, schedule, and budget performance.

Principal Responsibilities

• Serve as on‑site deck‑plate leader for the trade, overseeing a team of typically 8‑30 mechanics.
• Responsible for safety, quality, schedule, and cost for the team.
• Plan and project manpower requirements; develop 1‑2 week schedules and daily work assignments.
• Communicate resource needs and progress to the General Foreman.
• Review Gantt chart schedules and walk each production job before assignment.
• Assign mechanics to jobs to maximize skill utilization and performance.
• Ensure employees have necessary tooling, equipment, specifications, drawings, and procedures.
• De‑conflict work and alert General Foreman to potential issues affecting quality, budget, or schedule.
• Inspect completed work for trade quality standards.
• Attend daily production meetings and coordinate assignments with other shops.
• Monitor shop rework trends and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in development of standards, best practices, and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Manage workforce performance, compliance, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Monitor attendance and absenteeism.
• Perform all duties in accordance with NASSCO’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Principles.

Accountability

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

Additional Requirements

• Regular, reliable on‑site attendance; must have reliable transportation and be able to operate a company vehicle.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Availability for overtime.
• Ability to physically transit all areas of the facility and drydock.