Internal - Production Supervisor

Summary 

Directs and coordinates activities concerned with production utilizing knowledge of technology, methods and procedures, and capabilities of the current workforce. 

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Direct daily operations in alignment with production goals, quality expectations, and safety requirements. 

• Communicate directly with the Production Manager on shift performance, staffing needs, scheduling issues, and operational challenges. 

• Assign personnel to meet daily job requirements based on PMT requests, adjusting for availability, priorities, and staffing levels. Coordinate with temp agencies when internal labor is insufficient. 

• Collaborate with production personnel and tool control to suggest modifications or improvements to tooling and equipment. 

• Mentor and train apprentices, ensuring skill development and adherence to work standards. 

• Perform routine walkthroughs of ongoing projects to monitor progress, provide guidance, and support Ship Project Management Teams (PMTs). 

• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to support day-to-day operations, facilitate knowledge-sharing on the floor, and ensure seamless implementation of technical guidance. 

• Collaborate with Workforce Development to maintain accurate and timely training records 

• Build and maintain relationships with labor support vendors, including temporary staffing agencies. 

• Apply motivational strategies to engage team members and enhance performance outcomes. 

• Assist in addressing employee concerns and grievances, and escalate unresolved matters to the Production Manager or HR. 

• Ensure timely response to Corrective Action Reports (CARs), verify completion of corrective actions, maintain records, and follow up to confirm ongoing compliance. 

• Enforce safety policies, conduct safety briefings, and ensure PPE compliance when on the ship. 

Experience Requirements 

• 5-7 years of experience with shipboard production, fabrication, installation, and repair.  

• 1-2 years in a supervisory or lead position. 

Other Requirements 

• Must be able to pass Drug Screening, Work Ability Screening. 

• Must be able to obtain a government facility security pass.