TACOM (RRAD): Production Supervisor (Rubber Shop) (Contingency)

KBR•New Boston, TX

About The Position

The Production Supervisor (Rubber Shop) is a first-level supervisor leading personnel performing maintenance, sustainment, logistics, and related operational tasks in support of TACOM-managed systems. The supervisor coordinates daily work and monitors workforce performance to meet safety, quality, productivity, and mission-readiness objectives in compliance with Army standards, contract requirements, and KBR policies. This position is contingent upon contract award. The role plans and coordinates work schedules, assignments, staffing, materials, and equipment; reviews work and addresses operational problems; and oversees employee performance, training, leave, and workplace concerns. Supervisory personnel provide first-line leadership for maintenance and sustainment teams, ensuring work follows Army Technical Manuals, safety standards, quality requirements, and contractual performance metrics. The work takes place in a physical environment involving standing, walking, and lifting, with potential exposure to machinery, tools, fuels, oils, and outdoor conditions. Shifts, overtime, or weekend support may be required based on mission needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of experience in the field or a related area; logistics management experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, with 4 additional years of logistics management experience substituting for a formal college degree.
Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in the logistics field.
Ability to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance, as required.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to meet physical work demands, including standing, walking, and lifting.
Ability to work shifts, overtime, or weekends based on mission needs.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience supervising personnel on DoD, Army, or TACOM programs.
Experience supporting automotive, tactical, or sustainment maintenance operations.
Familiarity with Army maintenance documentation, Technical Manuals, and readiness reporting.
Experience supporting audits, inspections, or quality assurance processes.
Prior government contracting experience.
Creativity and latitude in accomplishing goals.

Responsibilities

Plan weekly and monthly work schedules and sequences of operations for subordinates.
Set deadlines and priorities based on schedules, methods, and policies established by higher-level supervision.
Determine concurrent assignments, work to delay, and employee numbers and types needed, considering available and required skills, personnel, materials, and equipment.
Coordinate work with related functions and other units or organizations.
Inform higher-level supervisors when schedules need revision or labor and other resource estimates need adjustment.
Participate in planning current and future schedules, budget requests, staffing needs, estimates, and projected work schedules.
Select workers and assign tasks.
Explain work requirements, methods, and procedures; instruct employees in new procedures and advise them when problems arise.
Review work in progress and upon completion.
Investigate work-related problems, identify causes, and implement corrective actions within the role's authority.
Adjust plans, assignments, and methods to accomplish work effectively and economically.
Determine equipment, supplies, and maintenance requirements; ensure materials are ordered and delivered to work sites without delaying work.
Develop performance standards, counsel employees, and conduct formal and informal performance appraisals.
Review job descriptions for accuracy and currency, make necessary changes, and report employees working on jobs other than their own.
Interview candidates for vacancies and recommend selections.
Discuss employee problems and adjust informal complaints with employees and union representatives.
Initiate proposals for formal disciplinary action as needed.
Identify employee training needs and recommend necessary training.
Schedule and approve subordinate leave.
Promote employee participation in programs such as suggestion and cost-reduction programs.
Maintain production records and reports.
Ensure equal opportunity programs are implemented and operational within the assigned area in accordance with Department of the Army and local policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.