Operations Supervisor - Sheetmetal (D902)

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.TheOperations Supervisor - Sheetmetalmust 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 to ensure maximum performance, efficiency and quality of functionsAbility to effectively organize and assign work to hourly employees such that safety, quality, schedule and cost objectives are metAbility to set, assign and measure daily production goals, instruct, mentor, motivate and hold crew members accountable as requiredDemonstrate 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 timeImplement process improvement projects and review production methods and capabilitiesOptimize efforts to meet objectives related to costs, scheduling, training, safety, and qualityPossess 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 needsAble to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with subordinates and supervisorsThis position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.Required:High school diploma or equivalent3+ years of sheet metal or shipfitter experienceExperience with using both ATA and ERSAvailable to work all shifts, including extended hours, weekends or holidays as business needs dictateAbility to travel to support offload vendorsProficiency in blueprint and drawing interpretationPossess strong PC skills includingproficiency with the MS Word and ExcelAbility to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of DefensePreferred:3+ years supervisory/leadership experience5+ years of sheet metal or shipfitter experienceExperience in both D902 and an outfitting departmentVocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programsRelevant education or trainingWorking Leader or substitute supervisorMDUNavy/militaryGood organizational, presentation and communication skillsAbility to interact with various levels of employees in the organizationDemonstrated leadership skillsAttention to detail Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingCold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily

Created: 2026-03-16