WAF Coordinator

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POSITION SUMMARY: The Work Authorization Forms (WAF) Coordinator administers the work authorization process and oversees the process for the Work Authorization Forms and Technical Work Documents (TWDs) for all repair activities throughout the course of ship’s availability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities)

• Verifies that ship’s systems are properly tagged out and safe prior to allowing work to be done.
• Validates that all tags hung have been fully completed and hung properly.
• Audits tags to ensure they are placed in the right location and they have not been tampered with.
• Accurately enters and logs tag out information into electronic database and on binders for each ship.
• Act as liaison between Ship’s crew, Subcontractors and production department for all repair activities in matters of WAFs and Tagouts with the goal of 100% compliance and zero violations.
• Attend meetings and send out correspondences to ensure there is clear communication between Project Management, Subcontractors, Ship’s crew and Production Department
• Conducts training on Tagout and WAF requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB SCOPE:

Operates within general parameters, but must use sound judgment and independent decision making when carrying out job responsibilities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

The person interfaces with project management, production personnel, vendor personnel and Government personnel.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items and requirements
• Must be familiar with the United States Navy Tag-out system or equivalent process
• Must have the ability to investigate and analyze information, draw conclusions, basic problem solving and familiar with root-cause analysis techniques.
• Ability to work independently, to include meeting schedule and reporting deadlines required.
• A strong working knowledge of marine propulsion and structural systems to include the ability to read blueprints/ship system drawings and previous marine operational experience, helpful.
• Ability to use PC and software applications such as MS Office and database programs.
• Must have thorough knowledge of shipyard production procedures, government regulations, craft jurisdictions, ship repair methods, administrative procedures and government contract administration.
• Ability to write understandable reports, read and understand technical manuals
• Must be able to board ships, enter confined spaces with limited visibility and have the ability to climb up and down stairs and/or ladders of varying heights

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate is required. BA in quality technology, engineering, mathematics, the basic sciences or related fields or equivalent experience is preferred.
• The person must meet eligibility requirements to obtain a NAVSEA issued access badge.
• Minimum of 5 years of increasing responsibility and experience in the quality profession for a heavy manufacturer or shipyard is desired.
• A minimum of 3 years of increasing responsibility in project management experience is desired.
• Experience including work in an ISO 9000, Mil-Q-9858A or MIL-I-45208A QA Program required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced office setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard. The individual may be required to be in production areas in yard and onboard ships. He/she must be able to walk to and from job sites. The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders. The incumbent may be required to lift up to 20 pounds. Good finger, hand and wrist dexterity required for extensive computer operations. He/she may be required to work more than 8-hour shifts and weekend work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While in the production area may be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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