K96/X31 Foreman- 2Nd Shift-$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
About The Position
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you. The Role Supervises, assigns, coordinates and evaluates semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their skill, experience and job knowledge. Supervises and trains employees to improve quality and quantity of work performed. Recommends training to enhance skill and productivity of employees, and assists in development of training procedures. Breaks broad strategies down to practical action plans and ensures employees are trained to perform these plans. Responsible for complying with all technical aspects of the job including adherence to all drawings, procedures, etc. Responsible for manufacturing, installation, operation, testing, and process operations that have a significant financial impact on the company's performance. Supervises qualified trades staff; monitoring job and budget performance for all shifts. Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus to Foreman new hires. Job seekers who apply on qualifying requisitions are eligible for the sign-on bonus. The sign-on bonus is for all Foreman new hires, current Newport News Shipbuilding employees are eligible.
Requirements
- Must Have BS/Apprentice OR High School and 6 years related Trade experience.
- US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Nice To Haves
- This opening is for 2nd shift
Responsibilities
- Supervises, assigns, coordinates and evaluates semi-skilled and skilled trades personnel according to their skill, experience and job knowledge.
- Supervises and trains employees to improve quality and quantity of work performed.
- Recommends training to enhance skill and productivity of employees, and assists in development of training procedures.
- Breaks broad strategies down to practical action plans and ensures employees are trained to perform these plans.
- Responsible for complying with all technical aspects of the job including adherence to all drawings, procedures, etc.
- Responsible for manufacturing, installation, operation, testing, and process operations that have a significant financial impact on the company's performance.
- Supervises qualified trades staff; monitoring job and budget performance for all shifts.
Benefits
- We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more.
- Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
