Front Line Supervisor, Electrical

Job Description

The Front Line Supervisor, Electrical, is a leadership role responsible for supporting the Electrical 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 Electrical activities and plays a key role in coaching and mentoring mechanics to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness. Key Responsibilities 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 Electrical construction 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 the Electrician 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.