Production Associate (PDP) 2027

About the role

The Professional Development Program is an 18‑month department rotation program. The program consists of rotations through Production, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, Safety, Programs, and other departments. Production Associates will be required to complete job assignments in each department, as well as complete other projects specific to the program. At the conclusion of the program, the Production Associate will be assigned to a permanent position within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive knowledge of shipbuilding and/or repair processes.
• Develop managerial and leadership skills.
• Complete all rotation projects/assignments in a timely and organized fashion.
• Support company goals related to safety, quality, cost and schedule performance.
• Be an active participant in NASSCO's continuous improvement culture.
• Complete internal and external training requirements.
• Complete performance evaluations at the end of each rotation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or maritime-related subject matter.
• Basic understanding of maritime industry operations is desired but not required.
• Basic understanding of world-class manufacturing techniques.
• Ability to plan work and manage time effectively, use effective interpersonal skills, resolve conflicts, and lead and motivate others.
• Proficient in the following computer applications: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in both oral and written formats.
• Demonstrate a high degree of personal flexibility and adaptability.
• Work in both an office and industrial setting.
• Prolonged periods of working in a stationary position, operating a computer, computer programs, and standard office equipment.
• Perceiving information and communicating effectively with others in person, online, and on the phone.
• Prolonged periods of working in indoor and outdoor industrial settings.
• Ability to safely access, navigate, and traverse the shipyard, construction areas, production areas, ships, and warehouses.
• Ability to transit uneven surfaces, and be agile to move quickly to avoid hazards and respond to unexpected obstacles.
• Ability to observe, detect, identify, perceive, recognize, and process information to remain alert and timely comply with all safety requirements.
• Ability to move, transport, and use equipment necessary to perform the essential duties.
• Duties performed on ships require ascending and descending stairs and ladders, transiting on scaffolding and at heights, transiting through manholes and other narrow, confined, or congested spaces.
• Exposure to industrial areas which contain hazardous materials, loud noise (including sirens, horns, chipping, slamming, and hammering), dust, fumes, and exposure to weather.

Benefits

• Medical & dental insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Flexible spending accounts/HSAs.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
• Wellness coaching.
• Onsite health services.

Pay

Payscale: $74,500 - $98,800. This pay range is a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. It takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, and education.