Team Lead

AIT is actively seeking a talented and experienced Team Lead to assist with overseeing various ship repair projects through completion. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Project Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Assist the Project Manager as needed

· Manage, supervise, and direct the day-to-day efforts of department tradesmen assigned to the project

· Train lower-level mechanics and semi-skilled employees

· 75-80% of the time will be spent aboard ship supervising staff

· Ensure that all work done on the vessel and in-house is completed on time, on budget, and to the contract quality standards

· Inform staff of expectations and provide clear and consistent direction

· Provide training to new employees covering equipment and procedures

· Keep track of budgets and spending for their assigned jobs

· Maintain the right mix of skilled and semi-skilled employees working to keep the dollar cost as low as possible

· Provide ample notice of manpower needs and changes to the Project and Production Managers

· Manpower scheduling and maintenance, to include controlling overtime hours

· Hold the employees accountable for the established goals and check their progress to those goals on a frequent basis

· Keep track of and minimize material costs, to include, rentals, storeroom issues, subcontractors, and job materials

· Evaluate the necessity and progress of subcontractors and temporary employees

· Provide input to the Project and Production Managers concerning job/material costs, manpower hours, and all other issues that may affect contract negotiations

· Promote and confirm that all employees and subcontractors comply with the safety requirements, to include the necessary use of PPE

· Report and initiate discipline for safety infractions in accordance with company policy

· Assist in determining project physical progress and project cost projections

· Document completion and control, to include Progress Sheets, discipline, timesheets, charge numbers

· Maintain the vessel, shops, and surrounding areas in a clean and safe condition

· Completely understand the quality requirements of the project they are assigned to and constantly monitor their assigned area for compliance to the established quality standards

· Identify and address all issues that may affect the successful completion of assigned projects

· Identify and document any potential growth work, not only growth that is needed to complete the job assigned, but also in areas of the ship where there is no agreed work currently

· Become familiar with all work-related documents such as drawings, manuals, and bid specifications. Question requirements that are not clear or appear to be in conflict

· Identify improvements that can be made in work practices and processes

· Other duties as assigned

· Understand and act upon instruction

· Work independently to complete responsibilities

· Must have regular, reliable attendance

Qualifications

· Minimum of three to five years shipboard experience within the trade to be supervised

· Previous supervisory responsibilities required

· Technical training preferred

· Expert knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the trade

· Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

· Comprehend blueprints, sketches, and templates

· Must be able to comprehend complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches includes weld symbols, material types, datum, and reference lines.

· Familiar with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry

· Excellent verbal and written communication, problem-resolution, and strategic planning skills.

· Must be self-motivated and able to complete responsibilities with minimal direction Knowledge of and ability to use hand tools and instruments associated with the trade

· Outstanding organizational and time management skills

· Able to work in a team environment and independently.

· Excellent interpersonal skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $34