General Foreman - A shift

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.