Paint Operations Lead — Shipyard

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking an Operations Supervisor - Paint to lead a crew of painters on overhaul, repair and new construction contracts, ensuring safety, quality and schedule adherence. You will mentor the team, set daily production goals, coordinate across shifts, and work with EBC production systems to deliver results in a fast-paced shipyard environment.

This role offers growth into leadership with exposure to multiple manufacturing environments and a pathway to

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of coatings experience in a relevant setting.
• AMPP Coating Inspection Program Level 1+ or NAVSEA NBPI certification.
• Available for all shifts and able to travel as needed.
• Must meet one EB experience or supervisor background requirement.

Responsibilities

• Manage a crew of Painters on Overhaul/Repair and New Construction Contracts.
• Assign and measure daily production goals utilizing OWL.
• Provide technical instruction, mentoring and motivation to the crew.
• Support Safety, Quality, Cost, Schedule and Continuous Improvement goals.
• Interact with various levels of employees and demonstrate leadership.
• Proficient with EWP, SWSS, 7G, ATA, Microsoft Office and other EBC production systems.
• Adapt to changing environment while staying compliant to technical and procedural constraints.
• Demonstrate Safety, Communication, Building Trust, Directing Others, Managing Priorities, Listening, Production/Results, Perseverance, Technical Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Managing & Measuring Work, Stress Tolerance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EWP

SWSS

7G

ATA

Microsoft Office

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking an Operations Supervisor - Paint to lead a crew of painters on overhaul, repair and new construction contracts, ensuring safety, quality and schedule adherence. You will mentor the team, set daily production goals, coordinate across shifts, and work with EBC production systems to deliver results in a fast-paced shipyard environment.

This role offers growth into leadership with exposure to multiple manufacturing environments and a pathway to