Job Title: Front Line Supervisor, Test
Location: Bath, Maine
Shift: 1st
Requisition #: 15-6874
Bath
Iron Works
employees are premier designers and builders of complex,
technologically advanced naval ships. Since the 1950's, BIW has
served as lead shipyard for 10 surface ship classes produced by the
U.S. Navy, more than any other U.S. shipyard. In 1995, BIW was
purchased by General Dynamics, further enhancing the company's
technological expertise and capabilities through key investments and
access to the complementary capabilities of other General Dynamics
companies.
Bath
Iron Works
is located on the coast of Maine in the City of Bath. Maine is one of
the best places in the U.S. to raise a family. We're 2.5 hours from
Boston and 45 minutes from Maine's largest city, Portland.
Bath
Iron Works
is proud to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive
benefits package. All full-time employees are offered a benefits
package that consists of healthcare, 401(k), holidays, life
insurance, paid-time off for vacation and sickness, vision discount
program, health club reimbursements, dependent care spending account,
health care spending account, tuition reimbursement, and group auto
and home insurance.
Job
Description:
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Responsible for the management of Test & Activation of assigned
shipboard equipment and systems and the work order guidelines for
construction of machinery spaces.
- Manage the test program of
assigned hulls within approved staffing budgets and shipyard
schedules.
- Work closely with counterparts in other BIW
departments/divisions in problem solving and technical issue
resolution.
- Work closely with the hull manager to coordinate
test and construction activities.
- Participate in and direct
dock trials and sea trial activities.
- Ensure all test and
activation activities are conducted safely and in accordance with
approved procedures.
- Ensure a safe, clean, working environment
is maintained at all times during the construction process.
-
Work closely with Production Control to establish and sequence work
orders in MACPAC for assigned area of responsibility.
-
Coordinate and/or facilitate the resolution of any barriers, either
production or pre-production, that could impede the achievement of
scheduled events.
- Work in accordance with all union agreements
and promote teamwork.
- Work to identify, develop, and implement
cost reduction initiatives.
- Ensure the final product is built
to all QA requirements and inspection procedures with proper
documentation.
- Maintain a high level of credibility with all
customers, i.e. SupShip Bath, Ships Force, QC, etc.
Required Education/Training
High
School diploma or GED required
BS in a Technical field
preferred
Chief Engineer's License USCG required
Experience (type and number of years):
Knowledge
of material handling and inventory control practices.
PC skills
required (Microsoft Office suite including Access, Excel, PowerPoint,
and Word).
Experience working in an organized labor environment
preferred.
Prior successful supervisory experience
preferred.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Written
and oral communication required.
Unique/Additional Requirements:
Minimum
of five years of experience in Marine Engineering with Navy, Coast
Guard, or merchant marine background and four years supervisory
experience required
- Ability to work independently on complex
systems and issues
- Ability to deal with technical problems and
effectively communicate issues to all involved
- Ability to
maintain a positive working relationship with customer counterparts
and representatives, while promoting the same with subordinates
-
Solid understanding of shipbuilding processes and MACPAC system
-
Solid understanding of union agreements
- Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to
effectively manage conflict and multiple priorities.
Thank you for your interest in Bath Iron Works.
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