Welding Operations Lead – Pipe Hanger

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead a team of 10-15 hanger welders performing hull hanger welds to support ship systems. The role emphasizes safety, quality, cost, schedule and continuous improvement.

You will mentor welders, interface with engineering and ship management, and drive performance to meet program goals. This is a leadership path for engineers or skilled tradespeople to advance careers in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or team-leading experience preferred.
• Read and interpret blueprints and procedures.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead 10–15 hanger welding employees to weld hull hangers.
• Coach and mentor welders to build a skilled workforce.
• Interface with engineering, ship's management, quality and other trade departments.
• Drive safety, quality, cost, schedule and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Blueprint interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead a team of 10-15 hanger welders performing hull hanger welds to support ship systems. The role emphasizes safety, quality, cost, schedule and continuous improvement.

You will mentor welders, interface with engineering and ship management, and drive performance to meet program goals. This is a leadership path for engineers or skilled tradespeople to advance careers in a manufacturing environment.