Job Description
Area Superintendent - Paint (D924) General Dynamics Electric Boat life insurance, paid holidays, 401(k), relocation assistance United States, Rhode Island, North Kingstown 165 Dillabur Avenue (Show on map) May 27, 2026 Area Superintendent - Paint (D924) Requisition
ID 2026-18905
Location US-RI-North Kingstown Seat Location EB Quonset Point Facility Trade Management Shift 1st, 2nd, 3rd Security Clearance Required Secret Overview General Dynamics Electric Boat, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines, is seeking an Area Superintendent to take part in building the most complex product in the world. D924 is seeking an Area Superintendent responsible for management oversight of a designated area. This role manages and directs the daily activities of multiple operations to achieve department and facility goals and business objectives. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Goal setting, measuring attainment to the goals and meeting department cost objectives
Proven track record in safety, maintaining quality, achieving schedules, initiating process improvements and be a good communicator
Proactive in areas of safety and demonstrated ability to improve safety records
Ability to motivate and train first line supervision
Demonstrate effective blast/paint and MIP/SHT installation problem solving skills
Promote employee development and training
Promote a positive team environment, as well as interact with all levels of management and the customer
Interface with Human Resources and resolve employee issues Products/Services:
Those responsibilities directly associated with delivering products or services including, but not limited to those related to manufacturing operations, customer interactions or meeting operational performance standards. Coordinate with external customers and internal partners/stakeholders:
External customers include: USN, Groton and port s shipyards
Internal partners/stakeholders include: Area Superintendents and Supervisors within own department; other Waterfront and Shop Area Superintendents and Supervisors; Support trades including rigging and staging, manpower and material planning, engineering and test, human resources and training, safety, quality and facilities maintenance
Deliver quality products/services:
Products include: hull cylinders outfitted with tanks, propulsion and auxiliary machinery, piping, wiring and lighting and special hull coatings
Drive quality by monitoring the overall quality performance and applying corrective actions to address deficiencies
Achieve cost/schedule objectives by adjusting manpower, material and equipment as per the allocated budget
Drive innovation and continuous improvement efforts to support program goals
Request improvements to production facilities and equipment
Identify critical material needs for near-term production events Process:
Those responsibilities related to managing business processes of a general nature, such as safety, planning, programming and budgeting for the department. Ensure compliance with safety and environmental programs within the workforce and workplace
Identify needs and provide input to department manager for the long-term facility and capital plans
Manage risk impact to cost, schedule and objectives; establish mitigation strategies to meet performance objectives
Identify emergent resource needs, prioritize and negotiate for resources to meet immediate production requirements
Provide purchase requests and documentation to manager
Lead critique investigations; implement corrective actions
Review pass-down information with pertinent Area Superintendents for issues and matters related to production facilities, equipment and procedures People:
Those responsibilities related to managing human capital and culture within the department or other areas of responsibility. Provide input on manpower needs to the department manager
Assist with succession planning and talent management within the department
Recruit internally, interview and recommend best candidates for supervisory positions and, when necessary, hourly employees
Improve workforce capabilities by identifying needed training and development; plan and execute training within the shop
Establish and communicate work expectations; assess overall workforce performance and productivity; positively motivate the workforce
Create an engaging workplace climate; reinforce desired workforce values and behaviors; continuously improve morale
Manage individual performance of supervisors; develop their technical and leadership skills
Consult with pertinent Area Superintendents for issues and matters related to their respective workforce and workplace climate Foundational Competencies of an Area Superintendent:
Building Trust
Communication
Approachability
Interpersonal Skills
Listening
Managing Priorities
Accountability
Decisiveness
Production/Results
Safety
Problem Solving/Analysis Benefits and Perks:
Paid vacation, plus 10 paid holidays each year
Full Medical and Dental
Vision Plan and Optical Shop
Employee Pharmacy
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and care giving
HSA with company seed and match program
Generous Stock Savings and Investment Plan (401K)
Athletic Club and Fitness Center
Discounts to local and national vendors
Relocation Assistance for those that qualify This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI. Qualifications Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent
2+ years of supervisor experience in Operations or relevant field
3+ years of blast, paint, sound dampening or related experience
Proficiency with MS Office suite, MS project, ATA, Lotus Notes, EWP
Available to work any shift, extended hours and weekends as business needs dictate
Able to obtain and maintain security clearance through the Department of Defense Preferred:
Some college
Experience in blast/paint operations and MIP/SHT/XHT
installation
Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs, FLG/BLG training/experience
Previous military/Navy experience Skills Able to promote a positive team environment
Able to articulate and communicate effectively with all levels of employees, management and the customer
Possess strong organizational, computer, presentation and interpersonal skills Physical Qualifications Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting Environmental Attributes Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily Join our talent pools, get job alerts, and see EB news We can recommend jobs specifically for you!
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