Front Line Supervisor, Insulating

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works•Bath, ME

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

One years’ experience in I02 classification required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict required.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities required.

Nice To Haves

High School Graduate or GED preferred
Graduate apprentice preferred
Understanding of shipbuilding/manufacturing processes preferred.
Previous supervisory experience in a production environment is desired.

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 Insulating 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.