Paul White
Marinette,WI
Summary
Dynamic Structural Foreman with over 10 years of experience in supervising assembly teams and implementing process improvements. Skilled in mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with safety standards, leading to enhanced productivity and reduced project delays.
Proven Structural Foreman with expertise in worker supervision, safety protocols, and structural welding. Known for enhancing team collaboration and problem-solving skills to ensure project success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Foreman
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
Marinette, WI
08.2015 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of structural assembly teams, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow between trades to optimize efficiency and minimize project delays.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in structural fabrication and installation techniques.
- Conducted regular inspections of ongoing projects to ensure compliance with engineering specifications.
- Developed training programs for new hires, focusing on safety, tools usage, and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot design issues and propose viable solutions during construction phases.
- Managed inventory of materials and tools, ensuring availability for seamless project execution without downtime.
- Improved overall safety performance by conducting regular safety meetings, training sessions, and site walkthroughs to identify potential hazards.
- Implemented quality control measures throughout the construction process to minimize errors or defects in completed structures.
- Collaborated with engineers, architects, and other professionals to ensure successful project completion within budget constraints.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Optimized structural integrity by ensuring strict adherence to design specifications and safety regulations.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between project phases by maintaining accurate documentation of work completed and providing clear handoff instructions to other team members or subcontractors.
- Conducted thorough inspections of structures during various stages of construction, identifying potential issues for timely resolution.
- Developed comprehensive schedules for projects, effectively managing resources to meet or surpass deadlines consistently.
- Reduced project timelines through effective resource allocation and prioritization of tasks.
- Resolved conflicts between team members quickly and professionally, promoting a positive work atmosphere conducive to high-quality results.
- Mentored junior team members in the development of their technical skills and knowledge, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Ship Fitter
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
Marinette, WI
03.2008 - Current
- Fabricated and assembled structural components for naval vessels, ensuring adherence to specifications and safety standards.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot design issues, enhancing overall project efficiency and outcomes.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal parts, maintaining high-quality welds and structural integrity in assemblies.
- Conducted inspections on completed structures, identifying defects and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Mentored junior shipfitters in best practices for metal fabrication and assembly techniques, fostering skill development.
- Used welding equipment to fabricate, cut and bend metal components to be installed in ship.
- Reduced rework rates by carefully reading blueprints and interpreting technical specifications for accurate production results.
- Worked with presses, saws and drills to manipulate metal components for structural fabrication.
- Lifted or moved materials and finished products using large cranes.
- Altered and trimmed existing metal fabrications to meet size and position requirements.
- Complied with safety regulations while operating machinery and tools to protect against injury.
- Operated welding equipment to assemble and repair metal structures and elements.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Straightened warped or bent parts using sledges, hand torches, or bulldozers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshfield Senior High School
Marshfield, WIWelding Diploma - Welding
North Western Technical College
Marinette, WISkills
- Steel erection
- Structural welding
- Crane rigging
- Worker supervision
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Following instructions
- Construction safety
- Safe operating procedures
- Self control and integrity
- Tool operation
- Safety protocols
- Health and safety compliance
- Employee motivation
- Worker training
- Work monitoring
- Self motivation
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal communication
- Blueprint reading
- Professionalism
- Goal setting
- Employee training
- Hand and power tool operation
- Team leadership
Timeline
Structural Foreman
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
08.2015 - Current
Ship Fitter
Fincantieri Marinette Marine
03.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Marshfield Senior High School
Welding Diploma - Welding
North Western Technical College