Paint Foreman - 1st shift

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Sturgeon Bay (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding in Sturgeon Bay, WI is seeking a Paint Foreman for the Paint Department on 1st shift, Monday–Friday, 6:30am–4:00pm. This leadership role oversees up to 30 employees, coordinating surface prep, abrasive blasting, coating application, and touch-up on new ship construction, renovation, and maintenance projects.

Domestic travel may be required. The ideal candidate has strong marine coating knowledge, ability to read drawings and specifications, and proven supervisory

Qualifications

• Experience reading shipbuilding drawings and coating specs.
• Proven ability to plan surface prep, coating, and touch-up work.
• Experience leading up to 30 employees.
• Willingness to travel domestically.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate paint department activities for new construction, renovation, and maintenance.
• Supervise on-site progress, ensure quality and safety standards.
• Plan overtime and manage work schedules to meet deadlines.
• Provide guidance and accountability to team.

Skills

Marine coatings knowledge

Surface preparation methods

Abrasive blasting

Paint application techniques

Leadership / supervision

MS Office skills

Education

Journeyman/Technical or associate degree

2 years industrial painting or coating experience

OSHA 30 / NACE1 / CIP (willing to obtain)

Job description

Job Description

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding, a Fincantieri Marine Group Company, is hiring for a Paint Foreman in the Paint Department at our Sturgeon Bay location. This is a 1st shift role, Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 4:00pm.

Fincantieri Marine Group

Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice , constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.

Position Summary

The Paint Foreman is responsible for coordinating paint department activities related to new ship construction, renovation, repair, and maintenance projects. The Paint Foreman will provide on-site direction by monitoring work progress, offering guidance, promoting accountability, ensuring quality standards, and meeting project deadlines. This is a leadership position with direct management of up to 30 employees.

Domestic travel may be required.

Essential Functions

• Read and interpret shipbuilding drawings, coating specifications, work packages, paint schedules, and engineering requirements to determine material needs and work sequences
• Plan and oversee surface preparation, abrasive blasting, coating application, touch-up, and preservation activities for shipboard structures, tanks, compartments, and equipment
• Coordinate workforce assignments, monitor production schedules, and ensure painting and coating work is completed in accordance with quality, safety, environmental, and project requirements
• Plan activities and overtime as needed to meet project demands
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours, including weekends, and other duties assigned

Requirements

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of marine coating systems, surface preparation methods, abrasive blasting, paint application techniques, and preservation practices
• Ability to interpret coating specifications, shipbuilding drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements
• Strong understanding of shipboard painting, blasting, coating, inspection, and maintenance processes
• Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills
• Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor
• Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMG and have high values for safety awareness
• Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; employee recognition and discipline; resolving employee concerns; and developing employees with the skills, competencies, and values needed to achieve Company goals.

Education and Experience

• Journeyman, Technical or associate's degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 2 Years of industrial painting, blasting, or coating experience required. 2 Years of shipboard, marine, or heavy industrial coating and leadership experience preferred.
• Have or are willing to obtain OSHA 30, NBPI, NACE1, and CIP

Competencies

Fincantieri's core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:

• Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning.
• Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals.
• Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion.
• Leadership Excellence : Fincantieri leaders lead by example, empower, and inspire success.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, handle, manipulate, or feel objects and controls; stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; and speak or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 35lbs regularly and up to 50lbs occasionally. Work is performed both inside and outside in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid climates. Frequent use of PPE is required to minimize noise exposure, moving machinery, weather elements, and other potential hazards, including the risk of injury.

Posting Disclaimer
This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.