Land Level Operations Lead — Safety, PM & CI

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 133,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

401(k) plan

FSA/HSAs

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Health coaching

Athletic trainers

Employee assistance programs

Onsite health services

Job summary

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works is seeking a senior-level operations leader in Bath, ME to drive safety, project execution, and continuous improvement across shipyard areas. The role requires directing area supervisors, coordinating with support functions, and ensuring adherence to production plans and cost targets.

The ideal candidate brings a bachelor's degree in manufacturing, construction management, engineering or related field, plus 10 years of shipyard experience and at least 5 years

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, construction management, engineering or equivalent.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years shipyard experience, minimum 5 years leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success in production supervision and management.
• Experience working with union workforce.

Responsibilities

• Drive safety policies and procedures, with a focus on housekeeping and personal safety.
• Lead initiatives to enhance workplace safety and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure proper training and certification of workforce.
• Manage area plans of the week (POWs) to ensure compliance with current Operational guidelines.
• Direct trade performance to meet schedule and cost objectives.
• Execute the production plan, ensuring work order completion and milestones are achieved.
• Coordinate with support functions to align construction priorities.
• Identify non-value-added activities and implement process improvements.
• Lead Area Supervisors, Front Line Supervisors, IPTs, and Planners to resolve challenges using the A3 problem-solving method.
• Oversee area performance metrics, reporting on variances and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with material control procedures.
• Prepare weekly area performance reviews.
• Maintain/manage area Operational Performance Improvement Plan (OPIP).
• Ensure effective communication within land level teams and support groups.
• Foster teamwork and collaboration among trades and support personnel.
• Administer Collective Bargaining Agreement, working with Local S6 and S7 representatives.
• Execute manning resource plans for direct, capital, and indirect funding.
• Champion BOS manufacturing principles and productivity enhancements.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, and cost-efficiency.
• Implement standardized work processes across the area.
• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, construction management, engineering or equivalent experience in related field required.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years shipyard experience, minimum 5 years leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success in production supervision and management.
• Proven ability to execute multiple simultaneous projects.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and methods.
• Experience working with union workforce.
• Knowledge of structural work processes/operations preferred.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Project, Access.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and drive results.
• Self-motivated with strong team leadership capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, construction management, engineering or equivalent

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Project

Access

Job description

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works is seeking a senior-level operations leader in Bath, ME to drive safety, project execution, and continuous improvement across shipyard areas. The role requires directing area supervisors, coordinating with support functions, and ensuring adherence to production plans and cost targets.

The ideal candidate brings a bachelor's degree in manufacturing, construction management, engineering or related field, plus 10 years of shipyard experience and at least 5 years