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Operations Supervisor - OSM

General Dynamics Electric Boat

North Kingstown, RI, US · Posted November 4, 2026

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Overview

General Dynamics Electric Boat, the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines, is seeking Operations Supervisors to take part in building the most complex product in the world.

The Operations Supervisor - OSM must possess an energetic and positive attitude and be willing to change and develop as requirements of assigned tasks dictate.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Daily assignments and overall coordination of employees to ensure maximum performance, efficiency and quality of functions

Ability to effectively organize and assign work to hourly employees such that safety, quality, schedule and cost objectives are met

Ability to set, assign and measure daily production goals, instruct, mentor, motivate and hold crew members accountable as required

Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, reduce work order span times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively with other multi-trade Supervisors on the team to provide first time quality on time, with particular attention to structural welding processes including SWSS and loading wire standards

Well-versed in re-entry controls/processing and working in accordance with ripouts

Implement process improvement projects and review production methods and capabilities

Optimize efforts to meet objectives related to costs, scheduling, training, safety, and quality

Possess knowledge of safe work practices; ability to comprehend and follow or issue verbal and /or written instructions; willing to work as necessary to support production needs

Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with subordinates and supervisors

Benefits and Perks:

Paid vacation, plus 10 paid holidays each year

Full Medical and Dental

Vision Plan and Optical Shop

Employee Pharmacy

Life Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts for health and care giving

HSA with company seed and match program

Generous Stock Savings and Investment Plan (401K)

Athletic Club and Fitness Center

Discounts to local and national vendors

Relocation Assistance for those that qualify

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI

Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent

Must meet one of the following criteria:

Minimum of 1 year related experience at Electric Boat

Minimum of 1 year Electric Boat experience combined with a related Engineering degree

Minimum of 3 years combined, relevant, high-volume and leadership experience

Working knowledge of re-entry controls/processing and working in accordance with ripouts

Working knowledge of SWSS and loading wire procedures

Able and available to work all assigned shifts and extended hours, as business needs dictate

Possess strong PC skills including proficiency with MS Word and Excel

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense

Preferred:

Minimum of 3 years machining, mechanical or millwright experience

Proficiency in blueprint and drawing interpretation

Vocational/College/Technical school or Apprentice Programs

Relevant education or training

Previous EB experience

MDU training

Relevant Navy/military experience

Skills

Strong organizational, presentation and communication skills

Ability to interact with various levels of employees in the organization, including providing technical guidance to structural welders on SWSS and loading wire procedures

Demonstrated leadership skills

Attention to detail

Physical Qualifications Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise