Mechanic Supervisor - Fab

Vigor, LLC; Oregon; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company is seeking a Mechanic Supervisor - Fab to oversee weld quality and train welders. The role involves ensuring compliance with welding standards and maintaining a positive work environment. Candidates should have strong communication and leadership skills, along with relevant experience in a heavy industrial setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in heavy industrial/fabrication environment.
• 3+ years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Screen, qualify, assess, and train welders.
• Develop and implement changes to weld procedures.
• Oversee and evaluate welding equipment maintenance.

Skills

Aluminum welding knowledge

Strong communication skills

Organizational abilities

Leadership skills

Education

AA degree

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Who We Are
Vigor is a values-driven, diversified industrial business operating in six locations with 1,800 people in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Built around a collection of powerful, unique assets and differentiated capabilities, Vigor excels at specialized shipbuilding and ship repair, supporting both commercial customers and our national defense. With deep respect for people and the planet, Vigor strives to be a positive, regenerative force for good – environmentally, in the lives of its employees and in the community. For more information, visit vigor.net.

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Who We Are
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HOURLY RATE: $43.12

Position Summary
Responsible for weld quality, welder expertise, and performance, including screening, qualifying, assessing, and training welders, and supporting the Quality Assurance Manager in developing and enforcing weld standards and procedures.

Essential Functions And Major Responsibilities
- Live the Vigor Values: Speak Truth, Build Responsibility, Provide Evolution, and Look for opportunities to Love.
- Screen, qualify, assess, and train welders.
- Perform scheduled welder skill assessments and categorize skill levels.
- Maintain positive, inclusive work environment.
- Validate assessment results and maintain records.
- Provide performance feedback to management.
- Identify trends in weld inspection metrics and guide training.
- Develop and implement changes to weld procedures and qualifications.
- Research and adopt welding advancements.
- Oversee and evaluate welding equipment maintenance.

Job Scope
Operate with sound judgment and independence, influence protocols, and work towards production goals under the guidance of the Weld Engineering Manager and Sr. Production Manager.

Supervisory Responsibility
No direct reports, but must act independently and as a key team member.

Interpersonal Contacts
Maintain professional relationships, influence decisions respectfully, both internally and externally.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities
- Aluminum welding knowledge (GTAW, GMAW).
- Strong communication skills.
- Strategic planning and research skills.
- Organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Knowledge of safety, budgeting, and operational metrics.
- Leadership and conflict resolution skills.

Education And/Or Experience
- AA degree or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years in heavy industrial/fabrication environment.
- 3+ years supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of production procedures, regulations, machinery.

Physical Demands
Work in a shipyard environment, including climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working at heights. May require overtime and travel.

Work Environment
Potential hazards in ship repair yard, working in extreme temperatures, with accommodations available for disabilities.

CITIZENSHIP: US citizenship required due to government contract.

Vigor promotes diversity and equal employment opportunities. Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.