Front Line Supervisor, Crane Operator​/Yard Rigger Bath, ME

Position: Front Line Supervisor, Crane Operator/Yard Rigger at General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works Bath, ME

Front Line Supervisor, Crane Operator/Yard Rigger job at General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works. Bath, ME.

Job Description

The Front Line Supervisor, Crane Operator/Yard Rigger, is a leadership role responsible for supporting the Crane Operator/Yard Rigger operations. Operating under the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), this position ensures safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of trade work to support ship/unit construction schedules. This role provides technical and resource management for Crane Operator/Yard Rigger activities and plays a key role in coaching and mentoring mechanics to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness.

Safety

Leadership

• Champion BIW safety culture and enforce all safety standards and procedures across operations.
• Ensure proper PPE use, hazard awareness, and adherence to safe work practices.
• Support safety training and continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.

Project Execution

• Lead execution of Operator/Yard Rigger activities to support ship/unit schedules.
• Monitor the quality of work performed; ensure first-time quality through proper oversight and training.
• Support Plan of the Week (POW) execution and coordinate with area management to align resources with operational needs.

Operational Management

• Participate in efforts to improve efficiency and optimization.
• Provide technical guidance and support to mechanics.
• Ensure accountability of task and goal completion.
• Understand, support, and administer the union labor contract.
• Use electronic time accounting system (WFM) to maintain employees' time, overtime, and work order charges daily.

Mentoring & Team Development

• Mentor mechanics by developing their technical knowledge and ability to execute daily objectives.
• Ensure procedures and process controls are well-documented and communicated to the personnel charged with executing the tasks.
• Promote continuous learning and skills development for mechanics.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Business Operating System (BOS) principles and productivity enhancements.
• Focus on the quality of trade's workmanship to ensure quality standards.
• Incorporate the Plan-Do-Check-Act model to ensure sustainment of the improvements established.

Required/Preferred Education/Training

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate apprentice preferred.

Required/Preferred Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience in Crane Operations and/or Yard Rigging classification.
• Previous supervisor experience in a production environment preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience in shipbuilding manufacturing processes and MACPAC system.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work history of positive working relationships with peers.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict and changing priorities.

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