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K46X42 Supvr Material Handling 1-3Rd Shift

Ingalls Shipbuilding

Job Location:

Newport News, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 30 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 27 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Req ID: 49354
Team: K46 SUB PROD TRADES
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 3rd
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements:Yes 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range:67000.00 to84000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience qualifications and other job-related factors and may vary from the posted range

Meet HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25000 employees including third- fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. Were the sole designer builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers engineers and software developers to solution architects technical subject matter experts and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology manufacturing and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Supervises employees who use a variety of equipment such as forklifts conveyers cranes hand carts and power trucks to move materials parts assemblies and finished products or goods within a plant office or warehouse. Oversees the processing packaging and storage of supplies materials and equipment. May assist in selecting appropriate containers and wrapping methods for materials to be shipped or stored. Coordinates with engineers shippers carton manufacturers and carpenters for special crating and packing requirements. Supervises employees who maintain records and check invoices/bills of lading.

Must Have

Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline (or the equivalent in education training and experience) plus a minimum of 4 years of applicable progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience; Masters degree and 2 years relevant experience.

Nice to Have

The candidate should possess a combination of leadership technical and interpersonal skills to effectively manage a team of material handlers in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. They should be able to motivate and direct their team ensure accurate and efficient movement of materials and communicate effectively with team members other shifts and management.
The candidate should also have problem-solving skills technical knowledge of material handling equipment and the ability to manage workflows and meet deadlines. They should be flexible and adaptable with a strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
Additionally the candidate should have analytical skills to optimize processes and improve efficiency as well as interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with team members and other departments. Finally they should be self-motivated and able to stay engaged during a shift with limited interaction with other teams or management.
This opening is for 3rd shift

Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. HIIs diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll find a supportive and welcoming environment competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical prescription drug dental and vision plan choices on-site health centers tele-medicine wellness resources employee assistance programs savings plan options (401K) financial education and planning tools life insurance tuition reimbursement employee discounts early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin physical or mental disability age or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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