Marine / Industrial Paint Supervisor

Primary Function

Hands on work leader for painting activities at a small commercial shipyard.

Primary Responsibilities

• Areas of accountability include safety, quality, productivity, and schedule performance of all paint department related processes.
• Holds specific trade knowledge supporting confident supervisory direction.
• Always pursues best practices for compliance and production results.
• Understanding of how trade work impacts workflow of other trades.

Technical Trade Knowledge Desired

• Advanced knowledge of marine paints, properties and application requirements.
• Ability to read blueprints to order paint is a plus but will train the right person.
• 5 years of professional painting experience.
• Commercial airless spray-painting experience with two-part epoxy paint.
• Commercial sand blasting and metal surface preparation experience.
• NACE or SSPC certification (or ability to obtain within a reasonable time frame).
• Ability to accurately document paint events.

Leadership

• Leads by example in personal actions, appearance, and time management.
• Holds themselves and others to high levels of accountability and standards.
• Strives for continued self-improvement in self and team members.

Operational Standards

• Promotes a culture of safety and is accountable for crew’s safety performance.
• Works within a personnel development plan to create opportunities for employee growth.
• Manages company resources, departmental interaction, and equipment to promote high levels of performance.
• Promotes a culture of disciplined adherence to W&D’s “Operational Standards” and works to meet Company expectations.

Planning & Organizing

• Plans tracks and monitors work according to published schedules.

Delegation & Supervision

• Time cards and labor hours work package distribution.
• Proactive and appropriately pursues change orders when necessary.
• Reviews man hour performance and implements a plan to achieve manning budget and performance goals.
• Demonstrates ability to take charge and direct others in accomplishing work.
• Effectively selects and motivates crews, encourages career development for crew members and completes timely reviews.

Teamwork

• Works collaboratively with other W&D Trades and personnel.
• Utilizes individual skills and strengths for the benefit of the team.
• Supports safety, quality and man hour utilization goals.

Communications

• Verbal and written communications are clear and concise.
• Demonstrates good listening skills.
• Takes time to communicate with all crew members offering constructive ongoing dialogue.

Other Job Requirements

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with some evening 2nd shift work along with some weekend time. Normal Hours are 7:00 am thru 5:30 pm, Monday-Thursday. During major paint events Fridays, evenings and/or Weekends will be expected.
• Skilled in directing and coordinating the work of others.
• Must have strong commitment towards safety and working safe.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to get along with various personnel and work as a member of a team.
• Must be an effective communicator with management and direct reports.

Specifics

• Starting pay will be commensurate with experience.
• Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• East Boothbay, ME 04544 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• East Boothbay, ME 04544: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person