What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor - Fabrication - 2nd Shift position at BWXT?
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Front Line Manager - Fab / Welding - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, Ohio
Position Overview
We are looking for a committed Front Line Manager to lead and supervise our skilled trades workforce in essential fabrication processes, including fitting, welding, and assembly operations. This role is crucial for maintaining operational excellence, safety, and efficiency. As we strive to enhance production effectiveness and meet operational demands, the Front Line Manager will play a key role in coordinating efforts across shifts. This position is primarily for 2nd Shift; however, flexibility to transition between shifts and work areas is essential for ensuring seamless operations across multiple departments. Additionally, the role requires availability for scheduled overtime to address operational needs as they arise.
Key Responsibilities
Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. Citizenship (with no dual citizenship) and ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation and previous employment reference verifications.
BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status
Job Segment: Fabrication, Security Clearance, 2nd Shift, Welding, 3rd Shift, Manufacturing, Government, Night
Front Line Manager - Fab / Welding - BWX Technologies, Inc. - Barberton, Ohio
Position Overview
We are looking for a committed Front Line Manager to lead and supervise our skilled trades workforce in essential fabrication processes, including fitting, welding, and assembly operations. This role is crucial for maintaining operational excellence, safety, and efficiency. As we strive to enhance production effectiveness and meet operational demands, the Front Line Manager will play a key role in coordinating efforts across shifts. This position is primarily for 2nd Shift; however, flexibility to transition between shifts and work areas is essential for ensuring seamless operations across multiple departments. Additionally, the role requires availability for scheduled overtime to address operational needs as they arise.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and mentor union hourly skilled trades in fitting, welding, and assembly operations.
- Oversee manual, robotic, and automatic welding processes, as well as stress relief operations and lifting/handling procedures.
- Provide leadership during 3rd shift operations, which are essential for establishing production plans and preparing for execution carried out by subsequent shifts.
- Plan, direct, and coordinate assigned activities to meet production goals across multiple buildings.
- Manage the complexity and number of components within the production areas, ensuring clarity and communication of their specifications and requirements.
- Input and manage data related to maintenance work orders, hourly employment time, and production schedules using computer systems.
- Analyze existing operations and recommend improvements to enhance shop efficiency, policies, procedures, and cost management.
- Proven experience in a supervisory role, ideally within a unionized environment.
- Strong background in heavy fabrication, fitting, and welding operations.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with no dual citizenship.
Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Position requires U.S. Citizenship (with no dual citizenship) and ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance which involves an extensive criminal and financial background investigation and previous employment reference verifications.
BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status
Job Segment: Fabrication, Security Clearance, 2nd Shift, Welding, 3rd Shift, Manufacturing, Government, Night