Position Description:
Ownership in coordinating efforts with a Fabrication, Machining, or Assembly employee team.
Must be self-directed and utilize business-based, decision-making methods
Must ensure employees are completing work assignments according to contract specifications and plant procedures, adhering to quality procedures, work instructions and operator verifications.
Supervise product production according to daily schedule, manpower requirements, and cost to meet financial goals.
Work with union leadership and management to develop proactive resolutions, resulting in positive behavioral change.
Assist with problem resolution
Engage in promoting a workplace free from environmental health and safety related hazards, including the training and ensuring proper use of personal protective equipment.
Ensure correct labor charging practices by training and auditing the hourly employees in this practice.
Position Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a U. S. Citizen
Must be able to obtain unescorted access to the facility through the Department of Army Police vetting process
Must be able to obtain / maintain a government issued Secret security clearance
High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in Production/Business Management, Business Leadership, Fabrication/Machining or other related manufacturing field of study preferred.
Must be able to successfully complete the pre-employment process, including drug screen and background check.
Must have experience and working knowledge of machining operations for heavy fabrication manufacturing and /or assembly operations
2 - 5 years experience in Supervisory role highly preferred; however, extensive experience with Company product and processes may be considered in lieu
Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with people at all levels of the organization
Must be self-motivated
Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools is strongly desired.
Experience leading a unionized workforce is preferred
Must be able to work flexible hours for shift coverage (i. e.overlapand off-shift) and be actively engaged on the manufacturing floor on a regular basis.
Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel
Must possess interpersonal and communication skills with people at all levels of the organization.
Working knowledge of ISO 14001 and preventive/ predictive maintenance systems preferred.
Working Conditions & Environment:
-Using ladders to climb into/onto structures
-Climbing, walking, bending, kneeling, standing and stooping.
-Lifting up to 50 lbs.
-Working in and around dust and fumes, moving equipment, and hot/ cold environments
-Working in areas with a high noise volume
-Depending upon departmental assignment, wearing a respirator may be required.
General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment.
