Operations Supervisor - OSM

General Dynamics Electric Boat • North Kingstown, RI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking Operations Supervisors to help build nuclear submarines. The Operations Supervisor - OSM is expected to maintain an energetic, positive attitude and adapt and develop as assigned-task requirements change. The role coordinates employees and production activities to meet safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives, with particular attention to structural welding processes, including SWSS and loading wire standards. The position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, Rhode Island.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet at least one of the following experience criteria: a minimum of 1 year of related experience at Electric Boat; a minimum of 1 year of Electric Boat experience combined with a related Engineering degree; or a minimum of 3 years of combined relevant, high-volume, and leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of re-entry controls and processing, and working in accordance with ripouts.
• Working knowledge of SWSS and loading wire procedures.
• Available and able to work all assigned shifts and extended hours as business needs dictate.
• Strong PC skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
• Strong organizational, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with employees at various levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 3 years of machining, mechanical, or millwright experience.
• Proficiency in blueprint and drawing interpretation.
• Vocational, college, or technical school education, or participation in an Apprentice Program.
• Relevant education or training.
• Previous Electric Boat experience.
• MDU training.
• Relevant Navy or military experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily assignments and employees to maximize performance, efficiency, and quality.
• Organize and assign work to hourly employees to meet safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
• Set, assign, and measure daily production goals; instruct, mentor, motivate, and hold crew members accountable.
• Improve operations, reduce work order span times, streamline processes, and cooperate with other multi-trade Supervisors to deliver first-time quality on time.
• Pay particular attention to structural welding processes, including SWSS and loading wire standards.
• Apply knowledge of re-entry controls and processing, and work in accordance with ripouts.
• Implement process improvement projects and review production methods and capabilities.
• Optimize efforts to meet cost, scheduling, training, safety, and quality objectives.
• Follow safe work practices, comprehend and follow or issue verbal and written instructions, and support production needs as necessary.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with subordinates and supervisors.
• Provide technical guidance to structural welders on SWSS and loading wire procedures.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and 10 paid holidays each year.
• Full medical and dental coverage.
• Vision plan and optical shop.
• Employee pharmacy.
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for health and caregiving.
• HSA with company seed and match program.
• Stock Savings and Investment Plan (401K).
• Athletic club and fitness center.
• Discounts to local and national vendors.
• Relocation assistance for those who qualify.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED