Sign upLog in

Front Line Supervisor - Material Control

General Dynamics Corp

ME

Apply
JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting Software, Analysis Skills, Business Solutions, Category Management, Class A License, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Construction Schedule, Continuous Improvement, Forklift, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Inventory Transactions, Leadership, Materials Management, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Model Review, Multitasking, Operating Systems, Operations Management, Operations Processes, People Management, Process Control Engineering, Production Control, Production Management, Production Planning, Project Execution, Quality Monitoring, Reporting Skills, Resource Management, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Team Building, Technical Leadership, Warehousing
LOCATION
ME
POSTED
3 days ago

Responsibilities for this Position

Front Line Supervisor - Material Control

US-ME-Bath

Req ID: 2026-5259

Type: Regular Full-Time

Remaining Positions: 1

Post End Date: 8/4/2026

Category: Management

Salary Grade: D

Shift: 1st

Overview

The Front Line Supervisor, Material Control is a leadership role responsible for supporting the Material Control 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 Material Control 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:

  • Perform analysis and maintenance of MacPac generated kit reports
  • 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:

  • Plan, organize and coordinate work of Material Handlers in a warehouse environment.
  • Ensure employees are executing inventory transactions in a manner that maintains an accurate inventory.
  • Interface routinely with Production Management, Production Control, and Planning regarding material issues and status.
  • Effectively communicate and maintain a safe, productive working relationship with the Hourly Team, Salaried Team, and Union Representatives.
  • 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:

  • Provide leadership and mentoring to employees under your charge.

  • 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.
  • Incorporate the Plan-Do-Check-Act model to ensure sustainment of the improvements established.

Responsibilities

  • High School Diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of heavy equipment experience (Class A CDL, Forklift, Loader, Lull, etc.) required.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.
  • PC skills (Microsoft Office Suite) required.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

PI285977793

About the Company

G

General Dynamics Corp