Welding Front-Line Supervisor: Shipbuilding Team Leader

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 72,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

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 Front Line Supervisor, Welding to lead welding construction activities, ensure safety, quality, and on-time ship/unit schedules. This role requires coaching and mentoring mechanics to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness.

You will manage resources, provide technical guidance, and ensure adherence to the union contract while using the BOS framework to drive productivity and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Welding back-up/Work-Leader/Supervisory experience and VT certified or in training preferred.
• Grade 12 or higher certification preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Minimum of 5 years of shipbuilding manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience in a production environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion BIW safety culture and enforce all safety standards and procedures across operations.
• Lead execution of Welding construction activities to support ship/unit schedules.
• Monitor the quality of work performed; ensure first-time quality through proper oversight and training.
• Provide technical guidance and support to mechanics.
• Mentor mechanics by developing their technical knowledge and ability to execute daily objectives.
• Promote continuous learning and skills development for mechanics.
• Participate in BOS principles and productivity enhancements.
• Focus on the quality of trade’s workmanship to ensure quality standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Conflict management

Supervisory experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Grade 12 or higher certification

VT certification or in training

Job description

General Dynamics – Bath Iron Works is seeking a Front Line Supervisor, Welding to lead welding construction activities, ensure safety, quality, and on-time ship/unit schedules. This role requires coaching and mentoring mechanics to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness.

You will manage resources, provide technical guidance, and ensure adherence to the union contract while using the BOS framework to drive productivity and efficiency.