The Front Line Supervisor, Welding is a leadership role responsible for supporting the Welding 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 Welding activities and plays a key role in coaching and mentoring mechanics to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Safety Leadership:
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Champion BIW safety culture and enforce all safety standards and procedures across operations.
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Ensure proper PPE use, hazard awareness, and adherence to safe work practices.
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Support safety training and continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.
Project Execution:
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Lead execution of Welding construction activities to support ship/unit schedules.
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Monitor the quality of work performed; ensure first-time quality through proper oversight and training.
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Support Plan of the Week (POW) execution and coordinate with area management to align resources with operational needs.
Operational Management:
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Participate in efforts to improve efficiency and optimization.
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Provide technical guidance and support to mechanics.
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Ensure accountability of task and goal completion.
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Understand, support, and administer the union labor contract.
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Use electronic time accounting system (WFM) to maintain employees’ time, overtime, and work order charges daily.
Mentoring & Team Development:
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Mentor mechanics by developing their technical knowledge and ability to execute daily objectives.
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Ensure procedures and process controls are well-documented and communicated to the personnel charged with executing the tasks.
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Promote continuous learning and skills development for mechanics.
Continuous Improvement:
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Participate in Business Operating System (BOS) principles and productivity enhancements.
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Focus on the quality of trade’s workmanship to ensure quality standards.
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Incorporate the Plan-Do-Check-Act model to ensure sustainment of the improvements established.
