Lead Craft Instructor, Shipbuilding Apprentices

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, seeks a Foreman to supervise and train trades personnel in a high-tech shipyard environment in Newport News, VA. The role involves executing plans, ensuring quality, and maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

The candidate will manage training for 12-15 apprentices, require strong organizational skills, and coordinate irregular schedules.

Qualifications

• Supervise the work of others and motivate/train employees.
• Demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ensure adherence to drawings, procedures and safety standards.
• Coordinate shifts and scheduling to meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, assigns, coordinates and evaluates semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel.
• Trains employees to improve quality and productivity.
• Develops practical action plans from broad strategies and ensures training.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Apprentice Certification

High School + 4 years experience

Associate Degree in a Trade/Technical + 3 years experience

Job description

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, seeks a Foreman to supervise and train trades personnel in a high-tech shipyard environment in Newport News, VA. The role involves executing plans, ensuring quality, and maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

The candidate will manage training for 12-15 apprentices, require strong organizational skills, and coordinate irregular schedules.