Front Line Supervisor, Crane Operator/Yard Rigger

Job Description

The Front Line Supervisor, Crane Operator/Yard Rigger, is a leadership role responsible for supporting the Crane Operator/Yard Rigger 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 Crane Operator/Yard Rigger 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 Operator/Yard Rigger 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 Crane Operations and/or Yard Rigging 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.