Night Shift Paint Foreman (2nd Shift)

Location & Shift

Norfolk, Virginia – 2nd shift, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm.

Reports To

General Foreman.

Team Supervision

Directly supervises 8‑20 skilled, semi‑skilled, unskilled employees and/or trade subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• On‑site deck‑plate leader for the trade, working with a team of typically 8‑20 mechanics to accomplish assigned production activities.
• Responsible for safety, quality, schedule, and cost for the team.
• Plans and projects manpower requirements to support Production/Program Management activities.
• Communicates resource requirements to the General Foreman.
• Reviews Gantt‑chart schedule to start planning work two weeks out; develops 1‑2 week schedules for team members and communicates progress to the General Foreman.
• Develops daily work assignments and expectations for the production workforce.
• Reviews and documents employee performance.
• Understands and upholds the requirements of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Walks every production job before assigning it to assess necessary preparations for efficient and safe execution.
• Follows up at the job site multiple times a day to ensure proper progress and resolve potential issues.
• Assigns mechanics to jobs to most effectively utilize their skill set and maximize performance.
• Ensures all employees have the necessary tooling, equipment, specifications, drawings, and procedures.
• De‑conflicts work and informs the General Foreman of any potential problem that could jeopardize quality, budget, or schedule.
• Inspects each completed job to verify trade quality standards and attention to detail.
• Attends daily production meetings, coordinates assignments with other shops, and ensures projected goals are met.
• Monitors trade/shop rework trends and implements corrective action.
• Participates in development of standards, best practices, and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Manages workforce performance and compliance with company rules; implements corrective, conflict‑management, and disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Monitors workforce performance and absenteeism.
• Performs all duties in accordance with NASSCO’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Principles.
• Performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must be able to certify as a Level II visual inspector.
• Familiarity with MIL‑STD‑009‑12, MIL‑STD‑1689, and S9074‑AR‑GIB‑010/278.
• Knowledgeable and experienced with welding pipe and structural components.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• In‑depth knowledge of all facets of the trade relating to ship repair.
• Working knowledge of contracting and estimating procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge and utilization of production processes, methods, quality, and technology.
• Effective leadership, communication, and team‑building skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively with people.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Physical & Vision Requirements

• Repetitive or prolonged sitting, climbing, balancing, and lifting.
• Lifting body weight, sitting, reaching, handling, pushing/pulling, standing, walking, leaning, and seeing.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing warning signals; reading and comprehending safety instructions.
• Must be able to walk to all yard locations, aboard ships and vessels.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb.
• Noise level usually moderate.
• Must be able to spend up to 70 % of time in an outdoor shipyard environment in all climates.
• Ability to work in a naval‑ship environment, aboard vessels, in drydock, climb ladders, work in tanks and confined spaces, and wear required personal protective equipment.

Additional Requirements

• Regular, reliable on‑site attendance; willingness to travel and operate a company vehicle.
• U.S. citizenship and qualification for a CAC or DBIDS badge.
• Reliable attendance record, punctuality, and availability for overtime as required.
• Physical ability to transit all areas of the facility, drydock, other facilities, and ships.
• Familiarity with naval‑ship work environments and ability to work in dirty, dusty, hot, cold, or noisy conditions.

Security Clearance

No security clearance required; must obtain DBIDS and NAVSEA badges.