Mechanic Supervisor - Fab
Vigor, Llc
Oversee weld quality, welder training, and compliance with standards in shipyard.
20 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Vancouver, WA
Onsite
Company Size
1,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Marine Services
Shipbuilding
Engineering
Design
Repair Services
Project Management
Consulting
Fabrication
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Defense
Energy
Infrastructure
Maritime
Shipbuilding
Ship Repair
Industrial Services
Role
What you would be doing
record keeping
welder training
defect analysis
equipment oversight
procedure update
skill assessment
- Responsible to maintain hard copy and electronic records of welder continuity and qualifications.
- Planning and organizing
- Responsible to screen, qualify, assess, and train welders per established procedures.
- Responsible to identify trends in weld inspection metrics (defect rates) that will guide additional training to supplement training identified by the welder assessment process.
- Responsible for oversight and evaluation of calibrated welding equipment,working with the maintenance team.
- Responsible for researching and implementing advancements in welding technology, equipment, and materials to promote improvements to safety, ergonomics, and fatigue reduction.
- Responsible to develop changes to existing weld procedures, procedure qualifications, and welder qualifications (WPS, PQR, and WPQs).
- Responsible to perform scheduled recurring welder skill assessments as the basis for categorizing welder skill levels, prioritizing training, and determining opportunities for improvement for each individual welder.
- Influencing and leading
- Responsible for helping to create and maintain a positive, inclusive work environment for all team Members.
- Accountable in validating welder assessment results between the Supervisors assessments and those performed by the Welding Supervisor
- Accountable to provide feedback to Production Management for performance appraisals regarding welder performance, trainability, and adherence to established processes and procedures.
- Accountable to enforce adherence to weld standards, best practices, and established welding procedures.
- Track and implement welding related changes which improve performance and reduce tack time.
What you bring
aluminum welding
gtaw
gmaw
osha
aa degree
leadership
- The incumbent must be able to frequently bend, squat, crawl, twist and may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written for constant interaction with all departments and employee levels and outside customers.
- Knowledge of ways to create metrics to support operational improvements.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities with independence and good judgment.
- Ability to apply financial expertise in accomplishing labor-intensive projects.
- Knowledge of OSHA and other environmental regulations.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
- Ability to handle competing priorities and deadlines effectively and respond well to last minute, high priority, time sensitive projects.
- Knowledge of methods of training and motivating employees to peak performance.
- Ability to applying a systems approach to work planning, execution.
- Ability to read and comprehend work specifications, work orders, blueprints, contracts and technical publications.
- Ability to mentor others by modeling respectful behaviors.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of finishes planning.
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Minimum five (3) years of experience in a heavy industrial/fabrication environment with increasing levels of responsibilities.
- Ability to handle the pressure of constant interruptions.
- Must be a well-organized, detail and customer (internal and external) oriented self-starter.
- Stress tolerance
- Must be able to organize work within a diverse department and coordinate work with other department managers to maintain efficiency.
- Must be familiar with budgeting, estimating, planning, scheduling principles.
- Communication skills
- Must have the analytical ability to research problem areas and special requests.
- Knowledge of safety practices in a production environment.
- Possess leadership skills including conflict resolution, real-time decision-making, high performance expectations and the capability of inspiring the team to meet them.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with diverse management groups.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- AA degree or equivalent work experience is required.
- The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders; to enter confined areas and tanks; to work at heights.
- The individual will be required to be in production areas in yard.
- The individual must have experience and thorough knowledge of production procedures, government regulations, and administrative procedures. Must have experience and a working knowledge of all specific operations of the department, including all machinery and tools.
- Must be able to walk to and from job sites.
- There may be local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 5% of the time with notice.
- Minimum five (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity with increasing levels of responsibilities.
- May be required to work more than 8-hour shifts and weekend.
- Must have aluminum welding knowledge including GTAW and GMAW for both plate structures and piping and have the ability to hone and refine the welding skill of the work force.
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Company
Overview
1995 Founded
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1995 from a rescued ship repair yard, marking the beginning of its maritime and industrial engineering journey.
7 Facilities
Major operational sites
The company operates seven major facilities across the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, showcasing its extensive infrastructure capabilities.
2017 Contract
Landmark US Army project
Secured a significant US Army landing craft contract in 2017, highlighting its expertise in defense and government vessel programs.
2019 Ownership
New ownership milestone
Acquired by The Carlyle Group and Stellex Capital in 2019, marking a new era of growth and scaling across sectors.
- Delivers high-stakes projects: from ferries, tugs and landing craft to nuclear containment vessels and aerospace structures.
- Excels in industrial infrastructure: fabricating bridge girders, dam gates, power boilers and space-launch towers.
- Blends maritime heritage and industrial engineering in hybrid projects spanning ship repair to nuclear-energy infrastructure.
- A commitment to a safe and healthy work environment.
- Driving continuous improvement and innovative solutions.
- Delivering the highest standards in everything we do.
- Working together to achieve shared success.
- Acting with honesty and transparency.
- Taking ownership of results and actions.
2040 Target
Net Zero Emissions
The company has set a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, demonstrating a commitment to reducing environmental impact in its operations and services.
- Committed to sustainability in operations and services.
- Focus on reducing environmental impact in shipbuilding and marine services.
- Promoting energy efficiency and reducing waste in all areas of operation.
- Development of clean energy technologies for the maritime industry.
- Vigor strives to maintain an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workforce.
- Emphasis on attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent.
- Gender parity in leadership roles across the company.
- Active programs to promote an inclusive and supportive work environment.
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