General Foreman - OSM - CLB & VA

General Dynamics Corp

CT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budget Management, Budgeting, Category Management, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Construction, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, Earned Value Management (EVM), Establish Priorities, Hazard Analysis, High School Diploma, Human Resources, Leadership, Machining, Military, Multitasking, Operations Management, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Quality Monitoring, Risk Management, Safety Process, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Development, Staff Requirements, Staff Training, Strategic Planning, Technical Support, Time Management, Time Tracking, Workplace Issues, Writing Skills
LOCATION
CT
POSTED
30+ days ago

Responsibilities for this Position General Foreman - OSM - CLB & VAUS-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-18015 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 2 Category: Management

EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

The candidate shall be able to manage the daily activities of 2-4 Operations Supervisors, provide daily direction and technical assistance to their team. The candidates primary focus will be to ensure their team has taken the proper time to prepare for all tasks, ensuring work is conducted in a safe manner and drive first-time quality into all tasks. The candidate shall implement a culture of continuous improvement where their team is continuously learning. The candidate is also responsible to ensure that their assigned project is meeting budget and schedule requirements.

The candidate shall be knowledgeable in mechanical component installation and have a broad-based knowledge of the submarine construction process. The candidate will ensure all safety requirements, procedures, and processes are followed by all department personnel.

The candidate must be able to promote a positive team environment, as well as interact with all levels of management and the customer. The candidate will be expected to interface with Human Resources and resolve employee issues. The candidate shall have a proven track record in safety, maintaining quality, achieving schedules, and initiating process improvements. The candidate shall have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

The candidate shall have excellent leadership skills, computer skills, and have familiarity with EBCs Planning and Control Systems such as ARTEMIS, SPARS, MRP, ERS, TGIs, and 7G/3G. Attention to details is vital.

The candidate must be willing to work all shifts and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

Ensure proper preparation is performed by Operations Supervisors

Ensure team is properly identifying hazards and mitigating them by performing surveillances

Drive first-time quality by monitoring the overall quality performance, performing surveillances of work execution, and applying corrective actions to address deficiencies

Drive innovation and continuous improvement efforts to support program goals

Achieve budget/schedule objectives for assigned projects

Manage project budgets utilizing Earned Value Management Systems

Manage risks that could have a negative impact to cost and schedule objectives; establish mitigation strategies to meet performance objectives

Provide input on manpower needs to the department Manager

Recruit internally, interview, and recommend best candidates for supervisory positions as well as hourly employees

Improve workforce capabilities by identifying knowledge gaps, implementing training and employee development; plan and execute training within the shop

Establish and communicate work expectations; assess overall workforce performance and productivity; positively motivate the workforce

Manage individual performance of supervisors; develop their technical and leadership skills

Shall be able to promote a positive team environment

Shall be able to multitask and prioritize tasks based on available resources

Qualifications

Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Two (2) plus years supervisory or military supervisory experience
  • Five (5) years of mechanical/trades experience

Preferred:

  • Two (2) plus years of Supervisory experience as an Outside Machinist
  • Previous Supervisory or General Foremen experience in the Groton Shipyard
  • Bachelors of Science degree
  • Completion of either CD Program, FLG, or BLG
  • Experience as an Outside Machinist Nuclear Supervisor

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