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.