Lead Marine Coatings & Blasting Foreman

Mainindustries; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Hourly Pay

Paid Vacation

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Stable, Year‑Round Employment

Job summary

Main Industries in Charleston seeks a Marine Foreman – Coatings & Blasting to lead on-site marine surface prep and coating crews. You’ll supervise blasting and painting teams, coordinate daily work, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence in shipyard and industrial settings.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a solid background in marine coatings, blasting, and safety standards. Local candidates are preferred for this on-site position in Charleston, SC.

Qualifications

• Experience leading marine coating/blasting crews.
• Knowledge of abrasive blasting and surface preparation.
• Ability to read project specs and follow safety requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision to marine blasters and painters.
• Schedule work activities and ensure crew understands tasks.
• Coordinate tools, equipment, and materials for projects.
• Monitor safety, quality, and productivity to stay on schedule.
• Oversee blasting, surface prep, and coating application per specs.
• Maintain daily documentation of progress and manpower.
• Coach and train crew members and enforce safety policies.

Skills

Team leadership

Marine coatings

Surface prep

Blasting supervision

Safety leadership

Project coordination

Communication

Quality control

Tools

NAVSEA standards

SSPC/AMPP standards

Work safety certifications

Job description

Main Industries in Charleston seeks a Marine Foreman – Coatings & Blasting to lead on-site marine surface prep and coating crews. You’ll supervise blasting and painting teams, coordinate daily work, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence in shipyard and industrial settings.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong communication, and a solid background in marine coatings, blasting, and safety standards. Local candidates are preferred for this on-site position in Charleston, SC.