Front Line Supervisor, Crane Operator​/Yard Rigger

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.

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

• 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.