Area Superintendent

Job Description

Overview

General Dynamics Electric Boat, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines, is seeking an
Area Superintendent
to take part in building the most complex product in the world.

The Area Superintendent is responsible for management oversight of a designated area in D915 - AFC/Modular Construction operations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Manage and direct the daily activities of multiple operations to achieve department and facility goals and business objectives

Set goals and measure attainment to meet department cost objectives

Maintain safety and quality, achieve schedules and initiate process improvements

Proactively assess areas of safety to maintain and improve safety records

Motivate and train first line supervisors

Promote employee development and training

Foster a positive team environment as well as interact with all levels of management and the customer

Interface with HR to resolve employee issues

Products/Services
:
Those responsibilities directly associated with delivering products or services including, but not limited to those related to manufacturing operations, customer interactions or meeting operational performance standards.

Coordinate with external customers and internal partners/stakeholders:

External customers include: USN, Groton and Newport News shipyards

Internal partners/stakeholders include: Area Superintendents and Supervisors within own department; other Waterfront and Shop Area Superintendents and Supervisors; Support trades including rigging and staging, manpower and material planning, engineering and test, human resources and training, safety, quality and facilities maintenance

Deliver quality products/services:

Products include: pipe components and work packages

Services include: pipe fabrication, assembly, installation

Drive quality by monitoring the overall quality performance and applying corrective actions to address deficiencies

Achieve cost/schedule objectives by adjusting manpower, material and equipment as per the allocated budget

Drive innovation and continuous improvement efforts to support program goals

Request improvements to production facilities and equipment

Identify critical equipment and material needs for near-term production events

Process
:
Those responsibilities related to managing business processes of a general nature, such as safety, planning, programming and budgeting for the department.

Ensure compliance with safety and environmental programs within the workforce and workplace

Identify needs and provide input to department manager for the long-term facility and capital plans

Manage risk impact to cost, schedule and objectives; establish mitigation strategies to meet performance objectives

Identify emergent resource needs, prioritize and negotiate for resources to meet immediate production requirements

Provide purchase requests and supporting documentation to manager

Lead critique investigations; implement corrective actions

Consult with cognizant shift Area Superintendents for pertinent issues and matters related to production facilities, equipment and procedures

Efficiently manage high volume workflow in a fast-paced environment while maintaining first-time quality

May be required to oversee and manage multiple production areas throughout shift

People
:
Those responsibilities related to managing human capital and culture within the department or other areas of responsibility.

Provide input on manpower needs to the department manager

Assist with succession planning and talent management within the department

Recruit internally, interview and recommend best candidates for supervisory positions and, when necessary, hourly employees

Improve workforce capabilities by identifying needed training and development; plan and execute training within the shop

Establish and communicate work expectations; assess overall workforce performance and productivity; positively motivate the workforce

Create an engaging workplace climate; reinforce desired workforce values and behaviors; continuously improve morale

Manage individual performance of supervisors; develop their technical and leadership skills

Consult with cognizant shift Area Superintendents for pertinent issues and matters related to their respective workforce and workplace climate

Foundational Competencies of an Area Superintendent:

Building Trust

Communication

Approachability

Interpersonal Skills

Listening

Managing Priorities

Accountability

Decisiveness

Production/Results

Safety

Problem Solving/Analysis

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI location.

Qualifications

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 2 years of supervisor experience in Operations or in a relevant field with direct reports

Minimum 3 years of pipe experience

Available to work any shift, extended hours and weekends as business needs dictate

Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense

Preferred:

Some college

Management experience in the fabrication/outfitting trades

Nuclear experience

Computer skills, including Microsoft Office, MS project, ATA, Lotus Notes, EWP preferred

Previous military/Navy experience

Skills

Able to promote a positive team environment

Able to articulate and communicate effectively with all levels of employees, management and the customer

Possess strong organizational, computer, presentation and interpersonal skills

Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes
Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily