Lead Mechanic Supervisor – Outside Machinist

Purpose :

Colonna's Shipyard is looking to obtain a Lead Mechanic Supervisor Outside Machinist to support 2nd Shift (3 : 00pm-11 : 30pm) operations in Norfolk, VA.

Position Summary : Position will support management with training and assignment of semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their ability, experience, and job knowledge in support and execution of production goals in ship repair / industrial fabrication operations.

The position is located onsite in Norfolk VA and will often require hours beyond a standard work week with flexible schedule availability to support production / operations.

Position may require occasional travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Key responsibilities include :

• Primary duty is to execute routine (and non-routine) production duties in support of operational goals and in compliance with Company procedures and policies.
• Performs skilled tasking (relative to their assigned trade) in the maintenance, repair, installation / removal, new construction, etc.

activities supporting ship repair / industrial fabrication operations.

Supports management to facilitate daily production activities of the team and helps ensure employees (assigned to their work crew) have all necessary tools, equipment, work procedures, etc.

to work safely and efficiently.

May assist management with timekeeping validation, training, performance management, coaching / counselling, supervision, etc.

for employees assigned to their work crews.

• Breaks broader production requirements down to practical action plans to support safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals while providing constant monitoring of job sites.
• Utilizing their production knowledge, make recommendations to support Plan of the Day (POD) for their assigned projects and utilizing their assigned resources to efficiently achieve operational requirements of projects.
• Evaluates job sites and work environments prior to work starting to ensure safe project set ups and efficient work evolutions.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with all technical aspects of the job including adherence to all contract requirements, drawings, procedures / work instructions, etc.

Additionally, position will :

• Review project specifications / SOWs and support creation of requisitions of all needed materials in accordance with contract requirements and associated references.
• Generate and submits production reports to management (to include condition and surveillance reports, operational briefs, executed quality checks, etc.

meeting all technical / customer reporting requirements.

• Support management in ensuring tools / resources are mobilized and demobilized from project appropriately, providing updates on damaged or lost equipment.
• Initiates QA / Customer call out and attends / executes TIP inspections.
• May serve as backup / makeup to supervisor, as needed.
• Provides input to management and project teams to support schedule, progress, ETC / EAC updates for all projects assigned to them.

Required Qualifications :

• Must have a Bachelors or Registered Apprentice (grad) or HS and at least 6 years related trade experience (in the trade to be supervised)
• Must have at least (5) five years shipboard experience within the trade to be supervised.
• Must have the ability to understand job specifications, drawings, and corresponding technical references.
• Must have supervisory experience in outfitting, commercial and or maritime.
• Must have well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively communicate with employees / leadership / customers and prepare / deliver written reports and correspondence.
• Must be able to apply basic machine shop math.
• Must have the ability to work at heights, in confined spaces and observe ships working protocol.
• Must be able to demonstrate layout proficiency.
• Must have high level understanding of various machinery and equipment common to maritime vessels including but not limited to pumps, valves, winches, gear boxes, and propulsion systems.
• Must have the ability to make recommendations and direct repairs independently on commercial and government assets.
• Must have expert knowledge with shipboard systems such as : Diesel engines, generators, propellers, shafting, steering gear, hydraulic pumps, and gear boxes.

Desired Qualifications :

• Technical training preferred.
• Prefer DBIDS Eligibility.
• Prefer supervisory experience in Commercial and Government Ship Repair.

Travel Requirements :

Minimal Travel; 10% or less.

Security Requirements :

• Must be able to access government facilities and be DBIDS eligible.
• Position requires you to obtain and maintain a DBIDS.
• Position requires US Citizenship.

Respect, Pride, Truth, Family These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry.

Colonna’s Shipyard Inc., and its divisions, are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Additionally, Colonna’s Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical / dental / vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).