Description

Marine Paint and Sandblasting Technician

Location: Palatka, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time

Remote Status: On-Site

About the Role

The Marine Paint and Sandblasting Technician is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing shipboard and industrial surfaces to required specifications. This role supports new construction, repair, and preservation work in marine and heavy industrial environments.

Technicians will perform abrasive blasting, surface preparation, and industrial painting using a variety of coatings including epoxy and rust-proofing materials. The position reports to the applicable Foreman or Supervisor and requires strong safety awareness, attention to detail, and the ability to work in physically demanding environments.

What You Will Do

• Perform abrasive blasting on interior and exterior metal surfaces to required preparation standards
• Clean and prepare surfaces using brooms, vacuums, rags, degreasers, and solvents
• Set up, operate, and maintain blasting and painting equipment
• Select, mix, and prepare coatings according to specifications using manual or automated mixing systems
• Determine paint flow, viscosity, and coating quality through visual inspection or use of testing equipment
• Operate spray equipment to apply coatings such as lacquer, enamel, epoxy, oil, glaze, rubber, copper, silver, and rust-proofing materials
• Regulate machine settings including air pressure, temperature, spray flow, and conveyor speeds
• Perform test runs to ensure proper equipment setup
• Attach hoses and nozzles and adjust spray patterns for proper dispersion
• Monitor equipment gauges and identify defects or deviations from standards
• Record operational data and maintain required documentation
• Inspect coated products to ensure conformance to specifications
• Perform touch-up painting using brushes or spray equipment
• Transfer completed products to drying or storage areas using carts or material handling equipment
• Clean machines, tools, and work areas after use
• Support corrosion resistance testing, including salt spray testing when required
• Follow all OSHA and shipyard safety requirements, including use of respirators and required PPE
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Must-Have Skills and Experience

These are required for consideration.

• Minimum 1 to 2 years of industrial painting and/or sandblasting experience
• Shipyard or marine experience strongly preferred
• Experience in industrial environments such as manufacturing, heavy equipment, or structural steel
• Knowledge of surface preparation standards and coating application techniques
• Ability to safely operate blasting and painting equipment
• Willingness to wear respirator and required protective equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions

Nice-to-Have Skills

These are preferred but not required.

• Prior shipyard or marine repair experience
• Experience with epoxy and marine-grade coatings
• Familiarity with corrosion control processes
• Forklift or material handling equipment experience
• Experience working in confined spaces

Who You Are

• Safety-focused and quality-driven
• Comfortable working in industrial and marine environments
• Detail-oriented and thorough in surface preparation and finishing work
• Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Adaptable to changing project demands

Additional Details

Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required based on project needs.

Salary Range: Starting at $16 per hour, with flexibility for experienced candidates based on background and skill level

Travel: None anticipated

Certifications: None required at hire

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Holidays, PTO

Fair Chance Employer: St John's Shipbuilding is a second chance employer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws.

Description

Reporting to our QEHS Manager, we are seeking a highly experienced EHS Officer to ensure compliance and continuous improvement with our environmental, health and safety systems, ensuring compliance with all US regulations. This role focuses on risk assessment, incident prevention and fostering a strong safety culture across all operations, inclusive of our manufacturing facility and site installation programs for our data-centre clients. The ideal candidate will be a pro-active person with significant hands-on experience in implementing and validating EHS systems and validating regulatory compliance. This role is critical in scaling our US operations, enhancing and ensuring world-class EHS performance on behalf of our customers.

What You'll Be Doing:

Compliance & Regulatory Management:

• Ensure adherence to local and international EHS regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation relevant to electrical switchgear assembly and testing.
• Manage and validate our internal system documentation is in an audit-ready state at all times.
• In conjunction with our QEHS Manager, participate in customer / regulatory audits as schedule dictates.
• Utilise a hands-on, collaborative leadership style to your peers, always leading by example.
• Ensure all personnel are aware of their responsibilities with respect to OSHA 1970 regulations.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Control:

• Conduct regular risk assessments for our office and assembly environments, testing and site installations.
• Implement robust controls / training for electrical testing, arc-flash hazards and general assembly risks.

Incident Management & Reporting:

• Investigate accidents, near-misses and unsafe conditions, implementing corrective and preventive actions as required.
• Provide accurate, timely and consistent department reports, identifying clear escalation paths / solutions.
• Co-ordinate with your Irish counterpart to align / standardize processes to develop a ‘One CEL' approach.

Training & Awareness:

• Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility across the organization.
• Deliver EHS training programs for employees, focusing on electrical safety, PPE usage, and emergency response.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through toolbox talks and awareness campaigns.
• Keep abreast of the developments in regulatory standards, ensuring internal systems are kept up to date.

Environmental Management:

• Monitor waste disposal, recycling and emissions compliance.
• Support sustainability initiatives and ISO 14001/45001 certification processes.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g. NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor) preferred.
• 5+ years EHS experience in electrical, automotive, aerospace or medical devices industries.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 1970, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001standards.
• Familiarity with general assembly processes and associated hazards.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards (e.g., IEC, OSHA, NFPA 70E).
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to drive safety culture.
• Ability to analyze data and implement practical solutions.
• Proficiency in EHS management systems and reporting tools.
• Ability to travel domestically to conduct site audits as needed.
  

Description

Reporting to the Quality Manager, we are seeking a highly driven Supplier Quality Engineer to ensure that our global supply base consistently delivers components and assemblies that meet stringent electrical, mechanical and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has a strong attention to detail, experience with electrical / mechanical components and a commitment to continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer will be responsible for developing, qualifying and continuously improving suppliers that provide components for our switchgear production lines e.g. metal enclosures, breakers, wiring harnesses etc. This role ensures suppliers meet quality, cost, delivery and compliance expectations through structured audits, data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Be Doing:

Supplier Quality Management:

• In conjunction with the Supply Chain Team, qualify new suppliers and manage ongoing supplier performance through audits, scorecards and process reviews.
• Ensure supplier adherence to relevant quality standards such as ISO 9001, UL, IEC and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Implement and validate supplier onboarding processes e.g. PPAPs, control plans and process capability studies.

Component & Manufacturing Quality:

• Evaluate and validate incoming electrical / mechanical components including wiring harnesses, breakers, metal fabrications, transformers and subassemblies.
• Define supplier inspection requirements and collaborate with receiving inspection teams to maintain robust incoming quality controls.
• Lead root cause analyses and corrective action activities (8D, 5 Whys, PFMEA).

Continuous Improvement:

• Implement supplier development initiatives to reduce defect rates, improve yields and enhance process capability.
• Collaborate with peer departments to support NPI programs, design changes and VE efforts.

Issue Resolution:

• Manage supplier non-conformances, concession requests and containment actions.
• Analyze incoming quality data to proactively mitigate quality risks.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with peer departments to ensure supplier readiness for new PDUs and product line extensions.
• Support prototype build and pilot production with strong focus on supplier process capability and component quality.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related).
• +5 years of Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of electrical / mechanical components and assemblies.
• Experience with supplier audits, PPAP, FMEA, control plans and statistical process control.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis tools (8D, Ishikawa, 5 Whys).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Excellent communication and supplier-facing negotiation skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Experience in low voltage electrical switchgear.
• Knowledge of UL / IEC safety standards for power distribution products.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification.
• Familiarity with SAP and supplier quality software.
  

Description

Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Palatka, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time

Remote Status: On-Site

About the Role

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for auditing and validating all aspects of the organization's quality assurance compliance within a shipyard environment. This role works cross-functionally to strengthen quality systems, reduce risk, and ensure all projects meet internal standards and external customer requirements.

This position plays a key role in driving a culture of quality, leading corrective action efforts, and ensuring inspections and documentation are completed accurately, on time, and within scope.

What You Will Do

• Conduct and validate QA audits across shipyard projects and departments
• Perform quality control inspections to ensure work meets specifications and contract requirements
• Lead internal corrective action requests (CARs) to address quality gaps and prevent repeat issues
• Develop and revise QA compliance policies, procedures, and templates
• Partner with operations, QA teams, and supply base to strengthen quality processes
• Investigate and resolve quality discrepancies identified by customers or external agencies
• Establish and implement compliance plans at all organizational levels
• Support and maintain ISO certification and related compliance requirements
• Participate in strategic planning and support business goals tied to quality improvement
• Develop and oversee training techniques to ensure consistency and regulatory compliance
• Maintain documentation and reporting related to quality inspections and audits
• Promote the company vision, mission, and Quality Policy
• Complete all required training and follow company policies and procedures

Must-Have Skills and Experience

These are required for consideration.

• Shipyard experience is required
• Experience performing QA audits and inspections in a marine or heavy industrial environment
• Strong understanding of quality systems, compliance standards, and corrective action processes
• Experience leading or supporting internal CAR processes
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong documentation skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with operations and leadership teams

Nice-to-Have Skills

These are preferred but not required.

• AutoCAD experience
• ISO certification experience or formal QA training
• Prior leadership or training development experience
• Experience working with external regulatory or customer audits

Who You Are

• Detail-oriented and process-driven
• Confident working in a fast-paced shipyard environment
• Proactive in identifying risks and closing quality gaps
• Strong communicator who can coach and influence others
• Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and quality

Additional Details

Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required based on project demands.

Salary Range: Starting around $25 per hour, based on experience

Travel: None anticipated

Certifications: ISO or related quality certifications preferred but not required

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Holidays, PTO

Fair Chance Employer: We are a second chance employer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws.

Description

• You will focus on building strong partner relationships, driving pipeline growth, and delivering partner enablement to help our Focus Partner sellers succeed.
• Identify and develop partner sales opportunities with Focus Partner sellers.
• Grow the number of Focus Partner Reps actively promoting Object First solutions.
• Drive partner enablement initiatives by delivering training, resources, and product updates to assigned Focus Partner sellers and technical teams.
• Provide sales support: demos, deal registration, quotes, and follow-up.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM to keep the sales cycle moving.
• Partner with the assigned Focus Partner team on executing the Object First strategy and align with the team to promote growth.

• 2+ years of inside sales experience, ideally in a two-tier partner model.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Skilled at setting measurable goals and driving partner engagement and productivity.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• High-energy, adaptable, and self-motivated.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).

• High-growth global IT company
• Competitive benefits (medical, dental, vision from day one, 401(k))
• Paid annual leave & unlimited flexible PTO
• Flexible, remote-friendly work setup
• Modern equipment provided
• Growth and development opportunities

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Description

Reporting to our Quality Assurance Manager, we are seeking an Incoming Quality Inspector to join our team in Williamsburg, VA. This role is responsible for verifying the physical and technical quality of all incoming raw materials, components and assemblies used in the production of our electrical switchgear i.e. PDUs, RPPs and LV Switchgear. You will help ensure that all received items meet required specifications, engineering drawings and quality standards before they are released to production. The ideal candidate has a strong attention to detail, experience with electrical / mechanical components and a commitment to continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing:

Inspection & Verification:

• Perform visual and dimensional inspection of components, materials and sub-assemblies based on purchase specifications, drawings and quality standards.
• Verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and purchase order requirements.
• Conduct basic electrical tests where applicable (continuity, insulation resistance).

Documentation & Reporting:

• Document inspection results, discrepancies and non-conformances into the QMS.
• Record inspection results in the quality management system.
• Maintain accurate records of received goods, inspection results and supplier performance.
• Issue non-conformance reports (NCRs) and coordinate with suppliers for corrective actions.

Compliance:

• Ensure all inspections meet ISO 9001 and internal quality standards.
• Support customer and certification audits as required, by providing accurate documentation and traceability.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the inspection area

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with peer departments to resolve material issues and drive corrective actions with suppliers.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding quality concerns and improvement actions.
• Assist in root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (RCA, CAPA).

Continuous Improvement:

• Provide feedback on recurring issues and suggest preventive measures.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and supplier development programs.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Technical Diploma or Certificate in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Quality Assurance.
• +3 years of experience in quality inspection, preferably in an electrical / mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Proficiency with standard inspection tools and electrical test equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, ERP/QMS systems, SAP).

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Experience working with components used in Power Distribution Units or similar electrical products.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards.
• IPC, ASQ, or related quality certifications.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform inspection tasks for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs occasionally.
• Manual dexterity to handle small components and tools.
  

Description

Reporting to the Quality Manager, we are seeking a highly driven Product Quality Engineer to ensure that our assembly process consistently delivers finished products that meet stringent electrical, mechanical and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for ensuring that all manufacturing processes and products perform on a consistent basis to meet CEL's quality standards and customer requirements. This role focuses on process development and control, defect prevention and continuous improvement in a complex manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, experience with electrical / mechanical components and a commitment to continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing:

Quality Assurance in Manufacturing:

• Develop and maintain quality control plans for production processes.
• Monitor and audit manufacturing operations to ensure compliance with product specifications.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues, including root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions.
• Verify the effectiveness of permanent corrective actions over time to ensure there is no recurrence.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to reduce defects and improve process capability.
• Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance quality performance.
• Support continuous improvement projects across production lines.

Customer & Compliance Requirements:

• Ensure products meet UL and other relevant electrical standards.
• Manage documentation for quality compliance and certifications.
• Liaise with customers on quality-related concerns and provide technical support.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Track and report key quality metrics e.g. 1st Pass yield, scrap rate, and defect rates.
• Prepare monthly quality performance reports for management.
• Use statistical tools to analyse trends and predict potential issues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with engineering, production and supply chain teams.
• Support new product introduction with quality planning and validation.
• Train operators and staff on quality standards and best practices.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related).
• +5 years of Quality Engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Six Sigma Green / Black Belt or equivalent certification.
• Strong understanding of electrical / mechanical components and assemblies.
• Experience with internal audits, PPAP, FMEA, control plans and statistical process control.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis tools (8D, Ishikawa, 5 Whys).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Excellent communication and supplier-facing negotiation skills.

Description

Reporting to the VP Projects, we are seeking a highly organized Project Control Manager who will play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of customer projects by providing accurate analysis and reporting of all relevant project metrics, including financial performance, delivery schedules, resource utilization and risk indicators across our portfolio of electrical switchgear projects for our data-centre clients. You will manage a team consisting of Project Cost Engineers, Master Schedulers and Document Controllers to ensure that each project stream is executed efficiently, aligned with contractual obligations, client expectations and delivered to the highest standards. You will require a strong technical understanding of Project Management Systems and a very high degree of financial and commercial acumen.

What You'll Be Doing:

Leadership & Performance:

• Lead, mentor and support your team, providing tactical direction and strong daily leadership to ensure they can execute in a professional and consistent manner.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration and excellence.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and support professional development.
• Facilitate collaboration, knowledge sharing and professional development across the team.

Project Performance Monitoring:

• Collect, consolidate and analyze data from multiple project streams to assess overall program health.
• Track and report KPI's e.g. budget adherence, schedule variance, earned value and forecast accuracy.
• Maintain dashboards and reporting tools to provide real-time visibility to stakeholders.

Financial Controls:

• Verify rigorous financial and commercial analysis is being carried out through all project phases.
• Monitor project budgets, cost-to-complete forecasts and planned V's actual spend etc.
• Support monthly financial reviews and variance analysis with department managers, SMT and SLT.
• Ensure alignment between project financials and corporate reporting standards.

Schedule Management:

• Collaborate with Project Managers and Planners to track delivery milestones and schedule performance.
• Identify schedule risks and recommend mitigation strategies based on input from Program Managers.
• Support integrated master schedule / SIOPS development and maintenance.

Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare and present regular and accurate performance reports for senior leadership and clients.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy in reporting across all projects.
• Facilitate project control reviews and support audit readiness.

Process Improvement:

• Develop and refine project control processes, templates and tools.
• Promote best practices in cost control, scheduling and performance tracking.
• Train and support project teams in the use of control systems and methodologies.

Key Competencies:

• Very strong strategic and analytical thinker with a results-driven mindset.
• Strong leadership presence and ability to inspire cross-functional teams.
• Financially and commercially astute with sound business judgment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism and resilience.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Finance or related field.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile) is essential.
• 5+ years of experience in project controls or project management in a technical or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI or other data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with electrical switchgear systems, manufacturing or data centre environments is a plus.

Description

Reporting to our Supply Chain Manager, we are seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain Expeditor who will be responsible for ensuring timely delivery of materials and components from suppliers to meet production schedules. This role focuses on proactive management of delivery risks, escalation handling and maintaining strong supplier relationships to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

This role is critical in ensuring our Supply Chain resilience, compliance and continuous improvement across our US supply chain. You will be responsible for helping us scale a robust supply chain for our US operations, ensuring on-time-in-full, excellence in delivery performance and development of strong customer relationships.

What You'll Be Doing:

General Supplier Management:

• Assist in audits and performance reviews focusing on quality, delivery and standards compliance.
• Collaborate to implement cost reductions, lead-time improvements and sustainability initiatives.
• Monitor supplier capacity and proactively manage risk of material shortages.
• Collaborate with your peer teams to validate supplier capabilities and certifications.

Delivery Management:

• Utilise cycle-counting information to assess stock levels, ensuring replenishment timeline does not affect production schedules.
• Monitor ongoing supplier delivery schedules and identify potential delays early.
• Proactively escalate and resolve delivery issues with suppliers to prevent production impact.
• Work with peer teams to ensure all suppliers have clarity on future schedules and can meet requirements.
• Assist in the supplier escalation processes, including root cause analysis and resolution tracking.
• Co-ordinate with internal teams (planning, procurement and manufacturing) to implement recovery plans.

Supplier Communication & Relationship Management:

• Support the supplier validation and onboarding process.
• Act as the primary point of contact for suppliers regarding delivery commitments.
• Build strong relationships to improve responsiveness and collaboration during escalations through clear communication, proactive management.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Track and report delivery performance metrics (OTD, lead times, escalation frequency).
• Provide internal escalation where KPI trends start to indicate negative supplier performance.
• Ensure robust supplier capacity planning, scheduling, resourcing, milestone tracking and reporting.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to maintain accurate delivery status and update stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify recurring issues and work with suppliers and internal teams to implement corrective actions.
• Support initiatives to reduce lead times and improve supply chain resilience.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Certification in supply chain or procurement (e.g., APICS, CIPS).
• 5+ years in supply chain, procurement, or expediting roles within manufacturing environments.
• Experience in managing supplier performance management, escalations and recovery plans.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills for supplier engagement.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple escalations simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in ERP / MRP systems and Microsoft products.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills with a proactive approach.
• Demonstrated commitment to ensure our business goals and your functional goals are met / exceeded.
• Ability to travel is required – approx. 60% - 70%.
  

Description

Reporting to our Project Control Manager, we are seeking a Project Administrator who will provide administrative and coordination support to the project team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. This includes scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, managing project documentation, ensuring project escalations are managed appropriately and assisting with reporting to keep projects on track. The position requires strong organization, professionalism and the ability manage multiple tasks professionally.