HII Promotes Hughes and Jacobs
Global engineering and defense technologies provider Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) announced today the promotion of Edmond Hughes to executive vice president and chief human resources officer. Hughes, formerly the vice president of human resources and administration contracts at HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division and at Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding since 2006, will replace William “Bill” R. Ermatinger, who will retire on April 1 after 35 years of service. HII also appointed Susan Jacobs to replace Hughes as the vice president, human resources and administration of Ingalls
Ingalls to Hire Approximately 3,000 Full-time Shipbuilders
local schools and community stakeholders to make training opportunities readily available to those who want to start their career in shipbuilding at Ingalls.”“As Mississippi’s largest industrial employer, we remain committed to the long-term viability of our workforce,” said Edmond Hughes, Ingalls vice president of human resources and administration. “We continue to evaluate and enhance the employee experience so that we are able to attract the talent we need to build ships that protect and defend our nation.&rdquo
Ingalls Shipbuilding to Host Drive-in Hiring Event
have the opportunity to apply for open positions and speak to Ingalls recruiters and shipbuilders in person without having to exit their vehicles.“We are exploring innovative hiring techniques that provide greater accessibility to the many employment opportunities we have to offer,” said Edmond Hughes, Ingalls' vice president of human resources and administration, said in a statement. “This event allows us to efficiently interface with interested applicants while practicing safe social distancing.”As Mississippi’s largest industrial employer with more than 11,000 employees
Ingalls Shipbuilding Named a ‘Fit-Friendly’ Worksite
to children in the Jackson County area. Ingalls is one of 48 companies nationwide to receive the Community Innovation recognition. "We are very proud of the work we do here at Ingalls to promote healthier lifestyles and wellness of not just our employees, but their families," said Edmond Hughes, Ingalls' vice president of human resources and administration. "From our 'Couch to 5K' race, racquetball tournaments at the fitness center, tobacco-cessation initiatives and the opening of a new, affordable Family Health Center, Ingalls has proven its commitment to healthy living."
Ingalls Shipbuilding Honored for Veteran Hiring Initiative
which they are prepared to become shipyard foremen. As a result of this program and other initiatives, veteran hires increased from 7 percent to 15 percent in just one year. "Our veterans have made tremendous sacrifices for our country as they've served in the U.S. military," said Edmond Hughes, Ingalls' vice president of human resources and administration. "Ingalls' Veteran Hiring Done Right initiative is just one of the many ways Ingalls is striving to repay them. By providing E6 veterans with the opportunity to use their leadership skills as foremen, our shipyard benefits from
HII to Open Family Health Center at Ingalls
, scheduled to open next year at 2105 Old Spanish Trail in Gautier, will offer primary care, on-site pharmacy and laboratory services. “It’s exciting to know that by choosing this location, we are making quality health care more accessible to so many of our employees,” said Edmond Hughes, Ingalls’ vice president of human resources. “It’s all about making it easier for our employees to take care of themselves and their families. It is all about investing in the wellbeing of our employees. We can’t succeed without them.” The health center
Ingalls Shipbuilding Union Inks Contract Extension
Ingalls Shipbuilding division. "This collaboration between management and labor is another example of how we continue to work together to ensure we provide the best opportunities for our shipbuilders and at the same time position our shipyard to compete for future contracts," said Edmond Hughes, Ingalls' vice president, human resources and administration. Union leadership, represented by PMTC President Mike Crawley, IBEW Business Manager J. P. Mergenschroer, UFSPSO Business Agent Glen Veil and OPEIU Business Manager Lula Stewart, issued a collective statement, saying, "Ingalls
