MGR MATL PLNG CONTROL 2

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Nov 12, 2025

Req ID: 44126
Team: O54 TRANSPORTATION
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re 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. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, 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

Specific job description:

Responsible for leading the Transportation Department at NNS, which consists of over 60 employees, and includes the Shipping Warehouse and Traffic Office that coordinates Domestic and International shipments. A yearly budget of over $4M, and equipment valued at over $60M. Equipment consists of CDL stake-body trucks, industrial trailers towed by farm tractors, semi-tractors with trailers up to 53 feet, straddle carriers, trains with railcars up to 400 tons, freight carriers and barging operations. Coordinates transportation operations to dispatch, pick-up, transport, and deliver over 80,000 loads annually. Develops and executes traffic management plans and ensures compliance with regulations. Ensures compliance to DOT (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations), DOD, and DOE regulations. Communicates with internal and external customers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries of material to meet schedules. Leads continuous improvements in safety, engagement, employee & leadership development at all levels, quality, schedule, and cost performance to meet established goals. Responsible for day-to-day tactical success, continuous improvement projects, and long-term strategic transformational initiatives.

General job description:

Plans, schedules and manages the efficient movement of material from receiving or the designated warehouse to production. Manages warehouse inventory for various procured and manufactured material. Coordinates directly with internal / external customers to efficiently support material requirements. Oversees daily operations for multiple work centers to ensure safety, quality, cost and schedule compliance.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience; Master's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience

One of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelor's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

NNS Apprentice School graduate
Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience

Nice to Have

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s 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 America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll 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 - it’s 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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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