Area Supervisor, Assembly Building & Panel Line

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 92,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Flexible spending accounts/HSAs

Life and disability insurance

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Health coaching

Athletic trainers

Employee assistance programs

Onsite health services

Job summary

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works is seeking a Safety Leadership and Operations professional to oversee shipyard production, ensure QA compliance, and coordinate multiple supervisors in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong communication, conflict management, and a proven track record in shipbuilding processes and MACPAC usage. A High School diploma or GED and BIW apprenticeship background preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BIW Apprenticeship or related education preferred.
• Solid understanding of shipbuilding processes and MACPAC system.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production activities and coordinate supervisors in the shipyard.
• Ensure work meets QA requirements and proper documentation.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives.
• Promote teamwork and maintain safe, compliant operations.
• Lead and manage multiple priorities with effective communication.

Skills

Safety Leadership

Project Execution

Operations Management

Training & Development

Team Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BIW Apprenticeship Program or related education

Tools

MACPAC system

Job description

We offer a competitive salary for this role, with an expected range of $92,000 - $116,700/yr. The final offer will depend on your experience, skills, and overall qualifications. General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), health coaching, athletic trainers, employee assistance programs and onsite health services.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership

• Ensure a safe, clean, working environment is maintained at all times during the construction process.

Project Execution

• Coordinate work of multiple supervisors and support functions.
• Ensure the final product is built to all QA requirements and inspection procedures with proper documentation.

Operations Management

• Responsible for Cost Performance, Plan of Week Development and Execution.
• Coordinate and/or facilitate the resolution of any barriers, either production or pre-production that could impede the achievement of scheduled events.

Training and Development

• Mentor Front Line Supervisors by developing their technical knowledge, leadership skills, and ability to execute daily objectives.
• Promote continuous learning and skills development for both supervisors and mechanics.

Team Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with Production Control to establish and sequence work orders in MACPAC for the assigned area of responsibility.
• Work to maintain a high level of credibility with customers.
• Work in accordance with all Union agreements and promote teamwork.

Continuous Improvement

• Work to identify, develop, and implement cost reduction initiatives.
• Be proactive in the Process Improvement Initiatives Program.
• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Graduate of BIW's Apprenticeship Program or other related education preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years production/shipyard experience required.
• Solid understanding of shipbuilding processes and MACPAC system.
• Solid understanding of union agreement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple priorities.
• Understanding of labor cost reporting.