First-Line Supervisor — DoD Maintenance & Production

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies seeks First-Line Supervisors to oversee daily maintenance/production operations and personnel at the Red River Army Depot in Texarkana, TX and Watervliet Arsenal in Watervliet, NY. You will ensure mission readiness and compliance with DoD regulations, attend government program meetings, and report to a Corporate Director.

You will manage schedules, safety, training, and performance, while coordinating across departments and ensuring quality standards and timely

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, acquisition, supply chain, or relevant equivalency.
• Logistics Management experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Written and oral communications abilities commensurate with a management role.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to understand, speak, read, and write English; effective communication at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment; capable of independent or team work.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; pass pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, ensure production goals are met.
• Enforce safety and company policies on the ground; manage risks with heavy machinery.
• Track staff attendance, create work schedules, and assign daily tasks.
• Coach and train team members; monitor performance metrics and provide feedback.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, or performance reviews as needed.
• Manage employee work schedules and contribute to workforce planning.
• Monitor department budgets and recommend process adjustments.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, acquisition, supply chain, or relevant equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Bowhead Family of Companies seeks First-Line Supervisors to oversee daily maintenance/production operations and personnel at the Red River Army Depot in Texarkana, TX and Watervliet Arsenal in Watervliet, NY. You will ensure mission readiness and compliance with DoD regulations, attend government program meetings, and report to a Corporate Director.

You will manage schedules, safety, training, and performance, while coordinating across departments and ensuring quality standards and timely