Operations Supervisor - Paint
General Dynamics Electric Boat
- Agency: General Dynamics Electric Boat
- Location: North Kingstown, RI
- Type: full-time
- Work arrangement: onsite
- Posted: 2026-08-18
- Apply by: 2027-08-18
Job Description
Overview
General Dynamics Electric Boat, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines, is seeking Operations Supervisors to take part in building the most complex product in the world.
The
Operations Supervisor - Paint
must possess an energetic and positive attitude and be willing to change and develop as requirements of assigned tasks dictate.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Daily assignments and overall coordination of employees performing blasting, painting and application of special hull coatings to ensure maximum performance, efficiency and quality of functions
Ability to effectively organize and assign work to hourly employees such that safety, quality, schedule and cost objectives are met
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, reduce work order span times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively with other multi-trade Supervisors on the team to provide first time quality on time
Possess knowledge of safe work practices; ability to comprehend and follow or issue verbal and /or written instructions; willing to work as necessary to support production needs
Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with subordinates and supervisors
Ability to set, assign and measure daily production goals, instruct, mentor and motivate crew and hold crew members accountable as required
Benefits and Perks:
Employee Training and Development
Paid vacation, plus 10 paid holidays each year
Full Medical and Dental
Vision Plan and Optical Shop
Employee Pharmacy
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and care giving
HSA with company seed and match program
Generous Stock Savings and Investment Plan (401K)
Athletic Club and Fitness Center
Discounts to local and national vendors
Relocation Assistance for those that qualify
This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must meet one of the following criteria:
1+ year of related experience at Electric Boat
1+ year of Electric Boat experience combined with a related Engineering degree
3+ years of combined, relevant, high-volume and leadership experience
Able and available to work all assigned shifts and extended hours, as business needs dictate
Possess strong PC skills including proficiency with MS Word and Excel
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense
Preferred:
3+ years of supervisory/leadership experience in a relevant field
5+ years of blast and paint or related experience
Experience in MIP/SHT/XHT installation
Working knowledge of High Solid paint and confined spaces (Tanks)
NACE Certification
Ability to read and interpret EB blueprints
Vocational/College/Technical school
Relevant education or training
MDU training
Navy/military
Skills
Strong organizational, presentation and communication skills
Ability to interact with various levels of employees in the organization
Demonstrated leadership skills
Attention to detail
Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily
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