Anthony Daniels
North Scituate
Summary
Dynamic Senior Operations Leader with over 10 years of progressive leadership experience in nuclear-regulated manufacturing and submarine construction environments. Currently serving as Area Superintendent, responsible for recovering critical submarine modules, overseeing nuclear shielding operations, and driving accelerated production to meet United States Navy delivery requirements. Expertise in leading large multi-shift teams, recovering delayed programs, and implementing innovative production strategies while coordinating cross-functional operations to achieve mission-critical objectives. Proven track record in managing workforce performance, mitigating operational risks, and delivering exceptional results in high-visibility, high-accountability settings.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Superintendent, Department 921
General Dynamics Electric Boat
North Kingstown, RI
2023 - Current
- Lead production operations for 50–80+ hourly employees and supervisors across multi-shift submarine module construction programs
- Selected by senior leadership to lead the 827 RCAB Recovery Mission, restoring production performance and protecting delivery schedules
- Direct operational execution of VCS RCB module construction ensuring compliance with nuclear safety, quality, and production standards
- Serve as Department Lead for Nuclear Shielding Operations critical to submarine nuclear safety and operational integrity
- Coordinate with engineering, planning, quality, and senior leadership to reduce build span and accelerate production timelines
- Identify and mitigate operational risks impacting cost, schedule, and production performance
- Manage manpower allocation, operational priorities, and production sequencing to achieve mission objectives
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, quality, and procedural requirements in nuclear-regulated environment
Acting Area Superintendent / Acting Manager (2nd Shift)
Department 921
North Kingstown, RI
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Oversaw operational performance of 40–70 hourly personnel supporting submarine structural module construction
- Served as Ship-Out Lead responsible for production readiness and delivery execution
- Led Active Learning Center operations ensuring procedural compliance and accelerating workforce qualification timelines
- Improved workforce readiness, technical capability, and operational efficiency through structured leadership and training
- Led production critiques and implemented corrective actions improving operational performance
- Mentored supervisors and workforce personnel strengthening leadership capability and departmental effectiveness
Operations Supervisor / Acting Area Superintendent
General Dynamics
North Kingstown, RI
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Supervised daily production operations for 30–50 personnel supporting submarine construction
- Maintained audit compliance and ensured adherence to nuclear-regulated production standards
- Managed workforce productivity, production sequencing, and operational performance
- Improved coordination between shifts enhancing production efficiency
Planner-Detail
Department 355
Groton, CT
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed 20 +work orders, production schedules, and workflow planning supporting submarine construction
- Coordinated production sequencing with engineering and operations teams
- Reviewed technical drawings and ensured production planning accuracy
- Identified process improvements improving production efficiency
Operations Supervisor
Department 922
North Kingstown, RI
06.2015 - 04.2021
- Managed 60+ team operations, facilitating adherence to nuclear standards in submarine production processes.
- Analyzed production processes and achieved record performance, significantly improving overall operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular assessments to maintain compliance with established safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Implemented targeted workforce development sessions to empower employees with essential leadership competencies.
- Implemented cost control measures that resulted in sustained weekly savings and exceeded budgetary expectations over a two-year timeframe.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ponaganset High School
North Scituate, RI06-2009
No Degree - Business Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT2028
Skills
- Production systems management
- Work Order and Production Planning Systems
- Oversight of nuclear shielding regulations
- Strategic workforce development oversight
- Engineering project coordination
- Excel proficiency for operational reporting
- Quality assurance expertise
- Employee relations
- Cost control
- Effective public speaking
- Capital improvement
Accomplishments
- Selected by senior leadership to lead recovery of the 827 RCAB module, stabilizing production execution and restoring schedule performance for a mission-critical United States Navy submarine structural component.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering, planning, and production leadership to restructure module build sequencing, accelerating completion timelines and improving overall production efficiency.
- Directed multi-shift operations consisting of 50–80+ personnel in a nuclear-regulated manufacturing environment, ensuring compliant and efficient execution of submarine structural module construction.
- Led Department 921 Active Learning Center initiatives, improving workforce readiness and accelerating qualification timelines while strengthening procedural compliance for welders and fitters.
- Oversaw nuclear shielding operations supporting submarine structural modules, ensuring full compliance with nuclear safety, quality, and procedural requirements.
- Progressively promoted through multiple leadership roles based on operational performance, leadership capability, and successful execution of critical work orders.
Timeline
Acting Area Superintendent / Acting Manager (2nd Shift)
Department 921
04.2023 - 09.2023
Operations Supervisor / Acting Area Superintendent
General Dynamics
01.2022 - 04.2023
Planner-Detail
Department 355
04.2021 - 12.2022
Operations Supervisor
Department 922
06.2015 - 04.2021
Area Superintendent, Department 921
General Dynamics Electric Boat
2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ponaganset High School
No Degree - Business Management
Western Governors University
Leadership and Program Highlights
- Selected to lead recovery of critical submarine structural modules impacting United States Navy delivery schedules
- Entrusted with leadership of nuclear shielding operations requiring strict procedural and regulatory compliance
- Lead multi-shift operations consisting of 50–80+ personnel supporting mission-critical submarine construction
- Implemented production sequencing improvements to accelerate module completion timelines
- Progressively promoted based on leadership capability, operational performance, and mission execution