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Steel Ship Fitting Supervisor

St. Johns Ship Building, Inc.
Palatka, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/2/2026
**Steel Ship Fitting Supervisor**

  • St Johns Ship Building, Inc. is a full-service shipbuilding and marine repair company that specializes in new construction and repair of commercial aluminum and steel vessels. Operations are conducted in a storm-protected 100-acre inland campus in the city of Palatka just 30 miles southwest of Jacksonville on the St. Johns River that provides direct access to the Atlantic Ocean. We are committed to providing top quality craftsmanship and personalized service by delivering vessels on time and on budget.*
  • Position Summary**The Steel Ship Fitting Supervisor will act as the subject matter expert (SME) for the ship fitting operations in the shipyard. They will also delegate and assign the workload daily for their team. They will be responsible for training and mentoring new team members. They will act as the supervisor for Ship fitting in the absence of the ship fitting supervisor.
  • Responsibilities**Assign and delegate the daily workload for their team.ACT as the Subject Matter Expert for ship fitting.Train and mentor new hires assigned to their teamDetermines appropriate procedures required to accomplish technical requirements of each job and report back to the Manager of TradesAssure team complies with all organizational compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and state, local and federal regulations.Responsible for the integration, alignment and execution of dutiesMonitor crews and verify work is completed according to project blueprintsExamine metal stock or work pieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met.Review engineering drawings and blueprints to determine material requirements and task sequences.Direct welders to build up low spots or short pieces with weld.Other miscellaneous duties may be required.
  • Qualifications**5 or more years of related experience required.High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawing and blueprintsStrong knowledge of shipbuilding materials, tools, and fabrication techniquesSkilled in layout, fitting, and assembly of metal componentsFamiliarity with welding processes and ability to direct welders as neededStrong leadership and team management abilities.Ability to train, mentor, and motivate team members.Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.***MUST HAVE SHIP FITTING EXPERIENCE.***
  • Accuracy*** - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Applied Learning*** - Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
  • Detail Oriented*** - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
  • Resource Management (People and Equipment)*** - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel.Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
  • Reliability*** - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
  • What We Have to Offer You***Medical, Dental, and VisionCost Savings and Worksite BenefitsCompany paid Medical Gap InsuranceCompany paid Short Term DisabilityCompany paid Basic Life and ADandDCompany Match 401KPaid holidaysPersonal and Vacation time

*St Johns Ship Building is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified ap licants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.*

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