Manufacturing Plater - Sturgeon Bay, WI, United States - BuildSubmarines

Description

Business Group:
Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding


Position Type:

Full-Time; Permanent; This position is responsible for welding equipment, parts, interiors and exteriors of ships, and shipyard buildings at our vast, 63-acre facility.

Follows directions under intermittent supervision.
Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits.

Recognize, set up, and operate hand and power tools common to the welding trade, such as shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.

Select and install torches, torch tips, filler rods, and flux, according to welding chart specifications or types and thicknesses of metals.

Lay out, position, align, and secure parts prior to assembly, using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers.
Operate manual or semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments, using flux-cored arc.
Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors.
Use fire suppression methods in industrial emergencies.
Troubleshoot problems with all equipment as it arises.

Ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health Safety Policies.
Abide by all organizational policies and procedures.

Approximately two times a day pull 50lbs tools and equipment 50' up the side of the boat by using the hand of hand technique.

Frequently utilize Grinder / Torch / Welder, including in confined space, by lifting 14lbs from the floor, carrying 50', and pushing up to 20lbs of force overhead, while kneeling and lying in different positions including 34" inner bottoms.

Occasionally pull hoses to job site including climbing over framing with tooling to access job site by lifting 10lbs from the floor, stepping over 36" frames, walking 3', crawling through lightening holes, and walking 25' to site.

Regularly utilize various sized hammers by lifting 5lbs from the floor, utilizing in an overhead position or squatting / kneeling with both hands at a 20lb grip.

At least two times a day position welding feeders at the job site by lifting 50lbs from the floor, carrying for up to 100', up a flight of stairs, through 18"x24" lightening hole and over 36" frames.

Utilize small tools to manipulate small parts for installation and/or repair by gripping / pinching with 10lbs of force.

Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Optimizes Work Processes (Quality Continuous Improvement) - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS) is located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin.

With roots dating back to 1918, we currently exist as an industry leader in new construction, repair, and major conversions.

The FBS portfolio includes articulated tug-barge units, OPA 90-compliant vessels, dredges and dredging support equipment, and offshore supply vessels along with specializing in Great Lakes self-unloading vessels.

We strive to be the shipbuilder of choice in safety, quality, value anddependability by offering innovative and competitive maritime solutions tailored to our customers' needs.

Our mission is to build, repair and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service and defend our nation and the world.

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, email our Human Resources Department at [email protected].

Knowledge of materials and methods involved in construction
Be able to pass ABS test in FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding)
A self-starter who can work with minimal supervision on an 8 for 8 basis
Prior shipyard experience a plus
Fabrication experience in a Military environment a plus