Manager of Operations – Non Nuclear/Nuclear Pipe and Pipe Packaging

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Training and Development

Paid vacation

Full Medical and Dental

Vision Plan and Optical Shop

Life Insurance

401K

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat seeks a Manager of Operations to oversee Non Nuclear and Nuclear Pipe Shop and Pipe Packaging at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI. This second-shift role requires leading trade resources, safety programs, and continuous improvement efforts to meet program goals.

The candidate will manage budgets, overhead, and EAC, while collaborating with HR and the customer to resolve issues and ensure OSHA/EEO compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years supervisory/management experience in Operations.
• Minimum of 8 years manufacturing or related experience.
• Available to work all shifts including extended hours and weekends.
• Able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical/trade direction for Non Nuclear and Nuclear Pipe Shop operations at Quonset Point.
• Lead manpower planning, hiring, and resource placement to meet program needs.
• Promote safety, quality, cost control, and schedule adherence.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Interact with management, customers, HR and other stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor of Science (preferred)

Tools

Blueprints

MRP

EWP Artemis

EVM

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines, is seeking a Manager of Operations to take part in building the most complex product in the world.

The Manager of Operations must provide technical/trade direction and overall responsibility for all the Non Nuclear/Nuclear Pipe Shop and Pipe Packaging activities at the Quonset Point facility (QP). Candidate will be the Resource Manager responsible for all Non Nuclear and Nuclear pipefitting trades at QP. Responsibilities will include facility manpower planning and hiring that support contract and schedule requirements. The individual selected will be responsible for proper trade resource placement throughout the facility as well as training and core competency requirements. Candidate will support and execute Principles of Operational Excellence - People, Product, Process, Performance and Plant/Equipment.

Candidate must have a proven track record in the areas of safety, quality, cost, schedule, process improvement and communications. Must have effective problem solving skills. Individual selected will be responsible for project management, controlling overhead and direct budgets/EAC and managing daily operations.

Candidate must be able to promote a positive team environment and be highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to interact with all levels of management, the customer and Human Resources in resolving employee issues and to ensure EEO and OSHA compliance.

Product/ Services

• Coordinate with external customers and internal partners/stakeholders
• Support and execute a department safety plan that promotes and meets company objectives.
• Deliver quality products/services
• Achieve quality objectives; apply corrective actions to address deficiencies
• Achieve cost/schedule objectives; adjust manpower, material and equipment as needed
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement efforts to support program goals
• Identify production facilities and equipment needs; consult with facility maintenance
• Provide input to availability of production and non-production material; consult with material planners and facilities
  

Key Responsibilities of an Operations Manager:

• Coordinate with external customers and internal partners/stakeholders
• Support and execute a department safety plan that promotes and meets company objectives.
• Deliver quality products/services
• Achieve quality objectives; apply corrective actions to address deficiencies
• Achieve cost/schedule objectives; adjust manpower, material and equipment as needed
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement efforts to support program goals
• Identify production facilities and equipment needs; consult with facility maintenance
• Reduce downtime; ensure safe, high quality operation; continual improvement; and environmental stewardship

Process

• Enforce/comply with safety and environmental programs; monitor trends and ensure compliance; consult with responsible departments
• Plan for risk identification and responsive mitigation strategies
• Meet established annual operation, overhead, and capital budgets; consult with program and finance managers
• Liaison with backshift production managers for pertinent issues and matters related to production facilities, equipment, and procedures; consult with respective Area Superintendents and Operational Supervisors
  

People

• Plan for Human Resource needs through succession planning and talent management; input to the recruiting and selection of new employees; consult with manpower planning and trade resource managers
• Improve workforce readiness through training and development; collaborate with Resource Managers
• Improve workforce performance and productivity; establish and communicate expectations; positively motivate the workforce
• Monitor and improve workplace climate; reinforce desired workforce values behaviors; maintain morale
• Manage individual performance of Area Superintendents and Operations Supervisors; develop their technical and leadership skills
• Collaborate with HR to establish pay adjustments and take appropriate disciplinary actions
• Liaison with backshift production managers for pertinent issues and matters related to their respective workforce and workplace; consult with respective Area Superintendents and Operations Supervisors
  

Foundational Competencies Of An Operations Manager

• Building Trust
• Communication
• Safety
• Approachability
• Interpersonal Skills
• Judgment
• Production/Results
• Accountability
• Listening
• Managing Priorities
  

Benefits And Perks

• Employee Training and Development
• Paid vacation, plus 10 paid holidays each year
• Full Medical and Dental
• Vision Plan and Optical Shop
• Employee Pharmacy
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and care giving
• HSA with company seed and match program
• Generous Stock Savings and Investment Plan (401K)
• Athletic Club and Fitness Center
• Discounts to local and national vendors
• Relocation Assistance for those that qualify
  

This is a SECOND SHIFT position located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 4 years Supervisor/Management experience in Operations or relevant field
• Minimum of 8 years manufacturing or related experience
• Available to work all shifts including extended hours and weekends as business needs dictate
• Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense
  

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science degree
• Minimum of 10 years Supervisor/Management experience
• Multiple levels of management experience
• Pipe experience
• Proficiency with blueprints, MRP, EWP Artemis and EVM
• Completion of FLG and/or BLG program(s)
• Military
  

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Possess strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Candidate must be able to write effectively
• Multi-tasking/work prioritization
• Attention to detail
  

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise