Scenic Metal Shop Supervisor
Reports to: Scenic Shop Manager
JOB DESCRIPTIONS/DUTIES
Responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to the following:
- Oversees the day-to-day operation of HCT Metal Shop, ensuring that set pieces are built to design specifications.
- Assist in creating and managing build timelines in accordance with production schedules, scenic shop teams, assignments, and shop space requirements.
- Participate as a collaborative member of the build staff specializing in metal working.
- Ensures that all metal shop tools, hand tools, and theatrical equipment are in good working order.
- Complete tasks as assigned by the Shop Manager in an efficient and timely manner.
- Assist in coordination and supervision of the install and operations of all scenic elements.
- Assist other shop departments as needed; including carpentry, paint, warehouse, transportation.
- Assist other Production Departments with setup, strike and restoration of show equipment; including set, props, rigging, projections, lighting and sound.
- Maintaining a safe working environment at all times by adhering to Hale Centre Theatre safety policies and procedures.
- Maintain a safe & clean work environment in the shop, storage areas, backstage, and on stage for staff and performers alike.
- Follow all pertinent Hale Centre Theatre policies and agreements.
- Report all accidents and incidents immediately to Management.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:
- Must be fluent with welding both aluminum and steel using MIG processes (Minimum 3-5 years experience preferred).
- Must be comfortable laying out and building complex custom designs with reference to 3D models and shop drawings.
- Must be able to safely coordinate movement and/or reorientation of large metal structures throughout build process.
- Experience with cutting and grinding.
- Experience with ironworker and machining is a plus.
- Must have basic skills in reading shop drawings.
- Must be able to maintain tight dimensional tolerances.
- Must be able to work weekdays and occasional weekends.
- Experience in Theatrical construction is preferred.
- Experience in SolidWorks or other CAD programs preferred.
- An ability to work and communicate well in a team atmosphere to dynamically solve problems.
- Be comfortable working independently.
- Possess strong desire to hone existing skills and a willingness to learn new ones.
- Be highly resourceful and possess efficient problem solving and time management skills.
- Demonstrate strong communication skills.
- Successful candidates must be able to pass a drug screening prior to beginning work.
Compensation commensurate with experience. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, and qualification. 
