REPORTS TO: Advanced Ship Building Manager

SUPERVISES: As assigned

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Management in the evaluation and implementation of process improvements within the manufacturing facilities, engineering and support departments.
• Coach leadership in the use and implementation of Continuous Improvement principles.
• Work directly with Trade Management to identify specific problems, or opportunities that can be improved with the implementation of various aspects of Lean, Six Sigma, and other Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Solicit input from the workforce to identify opportunities within the shipyard that can be improved with the implementation of improvement methodologies, advanced tooling or technology.
• Lead, facilitate or oversee the implementation of identified improvement opportunities.
• Standardize procedures, systems, metrics and report structure to capture opportunities, implementation and results.
• Provide training to workforce as required.
• This position description is not all-inclusive. Employee will perform other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• BS in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or similar field preferred; or  5 years of process experience .
• At least 2 years of experience in identification and implementation of production improvements in shipbuilding or a similar manufacturing environment through the use of Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, or other process improvement methodology. Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred.
• Proficient in the use of standard office computer software including Microsoft windows and office components.
• Flexible to support all shifts as required to meet job duties.
• Result oriented with strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational / planning, communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills are required.
• Professional, motivated and able to work proactively & autonomously.

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: 

• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.
• Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

• 18 years of age or older at time of application
• Able to provide proof of US Person Status
• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
• Willing to submit to a drug screen
• Willing to submit to a background check

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  

Specific physical requirements include the following:

Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel. Perform prolonged standing. Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis. Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis. Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis. Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis. Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps). Ability to work at heights above 12’ while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts. Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead). Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment. Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles. Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment. Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA and Austal standards. Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures. Ability to enter 18” x 36” openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time.  Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands. Able to utilize adequate visual skills. Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching down. Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat.  The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold.  The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, + 90 dB.

SAFETY

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.  

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.
Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.  Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.