Front Line Supervisor, Crane Operator/Yard Rigger

Bath Iron Works • Bath, ME

80d

About The Position

The Front Line Supervisor, Crane Operator/Yard Rigger, is a leadership role responsible for supporting the Crane Operator/Yard Rigger operations. Operating under the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), this position ensures safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of trade work to support ship/unit construction schedules. This role provides technical and resource management for Crane Operator/Yard Rigger activities and plays a key role in coaching and mentoring mechanics to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in Crane Operations and/or Yard Rigging classification.
• Minimum of one year of experience in shipbuilding manufacturing processes and MACPAC system.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work history of positive working relationships with peers.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict and changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate apprentice preferred.
• Previous supervisor experience in a production environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Champion BIW safety culture and enforce all safety standards and procedures across operations.
• Ensure proper PPE use, hazard awareness, and adherence to safe work practices.
• Support safety training and continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.
• Lead execution of Operator/Yard Rigger activities to support ship/unit schedules.
• Monitor the quality of work performed; ensure first-time quality through proper oversight and training.
• Support Plan of the Week (POW) execution and coordinate with area management to align resources with operational needs.
• Participate in efforts to improve efficiency and optimization.
• Provide technical guidance and support to mechanics.
• Ensure accountability of task and goal completion.
• Understand, support, and administer the union labor contract.
• Use electronic time accounting system (WFM) to maintain employees' time, overtime, and work order charges daily.
• Mentor mechanics by developing their technical knowledge and ability to execute daily objectives.
• Ensure procedures and process controls are well-documented and communicated to the personnel charged with executing the tasks.
• Promote continuous learning and skills development for mechanics.
• Participate in Business Operating System (BOS) principles and productivity enhancements.
• Focus on the quality of trade's workmanship to ensure quality standards.
• Incorporate the Plan-Do-Check-Act model to ensure sustainment of the improvements established.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees