Front Line Supervisor - Material Control

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.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
  
  
  

Required

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  
  

Preferred

• Previous fork-lift / reach truck experience.
• Knowledge of BMCS and MACPAC systems.
• Experience with Workforce Management (WFM).
• Knowledge of material management processes.