Shipfiter Foreman
Craft and Technical Solutions (CTS) is seeking an experienced Steel Fitter Foreman to oversee steel fitting and structural fabrication operations in a shipyard environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive shipfitting experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage production activities while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
This position will supervise up to 40 employees and may require domestic travel.
**Per Diem available for qualified applicants**
Job Responsibilities
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Supervise and coordinate daily steel fitting, structural fabrication, assembly, alignment, and installation activities for ship construction, repair, renovation, and maintenance projects.
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Read and interpret shipbuilding blueprints, structural drawings, specifications, work packages, and fabrication schedules.
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Plan and assign daily work activities to ensure production goals, project deadlines, and quality standards are met.
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Oversee the fabrication and installation of shipboard structures, tanks, compartments, and equipment.
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Monitor employee productivity, workmanship, and overall job performance.
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Coordinate manpower, materials, equipment, and overtime requirements to support production schedules.
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Provide daily direction, technical guidance, and support to steel fitters and other assigned personnel.
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Ensure all work complies with company safety procedures, OSHA regulations, ISO standards, and project specifications.
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Identify and resolve production challenges, quality concerns, and employee-related issues.
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Communicate project progress, staffing needs, and operational concerns to management.
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Assist with interviewing, hiring, training, performance evaluations, and employee development.
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Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work environment.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
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Minimum 5 years of experience in steel fitting, structural fabrication, or shipfitting.
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Strong knowledge of shipboard steel fitting, structural assembly, fabrication methods, welding preparation, alignment, and installation procedures.
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Ability to read and interpret shipbuilding blueprints, structural drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions.
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Experience supervising and directing large crews in a shipyard, marine, or heavy industrial environment.
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Strong understanding of production scheduling, manpower planning, quality control, and workplace safety.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting production deadlines.
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Strong leadership, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
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Ability to address employee performance concerns, resolve workplace issues, and maintain accountability.
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Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and compliance with company policies.
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Must possess or be willing to obtain OSHA 30 certification.
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Must be willing and able to travel domestically as required.
Preferred Qualifications
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Journeyman certification, technical degree, associate degree, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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5+ years of shipboard, marine, or heavy industrial steel fitting experience with leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
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Previous experience supervising crews of up to 40 employees.
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Experience overseeing new ship construction, structural repairs, and vessel maintenance projects.
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Familiarity with ISO quality standards and OSHA safety requirements.
Craft and Technical Solutions (CTS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected status.
Location
Sturgeon Bay, wi
Type
Contract
Posted Date
November 2, 2026
Compensation
$33.00
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