POSITION SUMMARY

This position may be responsible for leading, training and developing, a crew of approximately (20) skilled trade personnel in the fabrication, assembly and testing processes utilized during new ship construction and in alignment to contract specifications. The General Foreman additionally will have up to (6) Foremen assigned to them. They will be responsible for attaining Safety, Quality, Schedule and Cost objectives that ensure positive predictable results.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Responsibilities include:

• Overall Safety, Cost Productivity and Schedule Performance
• Builds trust and unit cohesion through, honesty, fairness and respect. A servant Leader to the crew and Foremen under them
• Evaluating skill sets and defines training needs necessary to grow the crew and Foremen competence
• Maintaining strict discipline and adherence to Safety and Security policies
• Enforcing all company policies and work rules
• Following all company Work Instructions and (SOP) Standard Operation Procedures
• Drives LEAN Manufacturing and 5S Principles to improve productivity and performance

Duties include:

• Assigning and monitoring work assignments of crew and Foreman, accessing physical progress on a daily basis
• Challenges the crew and Foremen daily, sets clear performance goals, objectives and expectations
• Clears obstacles that are effecting performance o Enters labor charges into payroll system daily
• Manages Work Orders and reports accurate progress to Planning
• Takes ownership of parts and manages materials assigned to your Work Orders
• Monitors and reports out on performance metrics to the Area Manager/Directors
• Works with Planning in production control projects to move work to the appropriate SOC
• Plans overtime and schedules resources to support
• Completes Safety Observations weekly
• Understands and works within, CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement) works closely with the Foreman to assure uniform understanding
• Resolve disputes, misunderstandings, enforces policy and disciplines as appropriate
• Or other duties, as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out all supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing the workforce; appraising performance, skill; rewarding and disciplining employees when appropriate, reversing unacceptable behaviors; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Demonstrates leadership skills that align with the mission, vision, and values of the Company. Will be responsible for managing Foreman that may or may not be within the same trade, to grow continuity and develop our manufacturing organization.

COMPETENCIES: SPARC

• Safety first
• People oriented, determined to assist where able
• Accountability and Ownership: Demonstrate a sense of urgency, ownership in your role
• Respect peoples differences and be open to differing opinions and beliefs
• Continue to improve your current role and help develop the role for the future based on lean management.

PERFORMANCE LEADERS

Performance Leaders will inspire enthusiasm and act as a role model. She/he will develop talented employees with the skills, abilities, competencies and values needed to achieve the Company goals. The Performance Leader will provide timely feedback to employees in a constructive, coaching style, give praise and recognition and deal with performance issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk; use hands to handle materials or equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee's workspace is in a clean and comfortable climate-controlled setting with little to no exposure to the moving equipment, elements, extreme conditions, or risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. When entering the shipyard, the work environment is not climate-controlled and there is exposure to moving equipment, etc.

Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) believes it is our responsibility to ensure that each of us works safely and productively, goes home healthy, and considers the environment in their actions, each and every day. Management is committed to providing a safe and healthy work setting, and protecting the environment as a key tenet of our culture and a primary mission. All employees are required to adhere to ISO and OHSAS policies established by FMM and shall have high values for safety awareness and be mindful of environmental impacts associated with each job task.

Fincantieri Marinette Marine offers competitive pay with benefits in a growth-oriented environment. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply. Apply online at
Fincantieri Marinette Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and promotes a Drug Free Work Environment. Minorities, Women, Veterans and Disabled are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.