Boston Whaler Mold Repair Technician Group Leader

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Position Overview

The Group Leader organizes and leads an assigned production team in safely producing quality products efficiently and in accordance with Boston Whaler specifications, procedures, and policies. They will plan, organize, and coordinate daily production in accordance with the master production schedule and in collaboration with other departments.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

• Ensures proper safety and operating procedures are being followed and quality standards maintained. Assists with training employees on Safety, Quality, and Performance procedures.
• Leads initiatives that support department Safety & Performance goals, including but not limited to performing safety and quality audits, implementing corrective actions in relation to these critical metrics, and understanding the root cause of issues while escalating to supervisor as necessary.
• Plans and assigns work to team members daily, based on absenteeism, training, employee skill level, etc. Assists with interviewing and staffing of department.
• Maintains production schedule and ensures team completes assignments in a timely manner. Will develop make-up plans and communicate overtime needs with impacted team members if schedule is not maintained.
• Ensures team members have the necessary tools and equipment to perform their jobs and responsibilities. Removes obstacles to achieving daily goals.
• Verifies production orders and ensuring products are built to specifications ordered, while making necessary BOM adjustments and mitigating material variance.
• Partners with supervisor to ensure documentation for boat production is completed properly.
• Collaborates with Engineers on new product introduction and resolves issues on existing product.
• Drives Lean initiatives, including 5S, problem solving, A3 completion, etc.
• Drives Gemba participation with team, populates Gemba communication boards in partnership with supervisor, and conducts Gemba presentations
• Counsels team members on job performance. Partners with supervisor to develop performance reviews and recommends promotions or disciplinary action when necessary.
• Fill in as assigned in Supervisor’s absence

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent required. College level coursework in supervision/management preferred.
• Must have minimum of 1-year recent boat manufacturing experience
• Must be able to read blueprints and understand production schedule
• Must have basic reading comprehension and writing skills, be able to work from verbal and written instructions, be capable of working with computer terminals and be able to complete routine paperwork.
• Internal candidates must qualify or be a member of the Boston Whaler Mentor Class

• Experience planning, organizing, and supervising work of others preferred
• Experience with problem solving in a manufacturing environment preferred
• PC based software experience preferred
• Proactive team player who is a self-starter with constant attention to improvement.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to unexpected challenges.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with other team members.
• Physical dexterity and the ability to perform tasks that may involve bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
• Proficient in MS office (Outlook, Excel, Word) Delete
• Familiarity with Materials Resources Planning (MRP) software and systems
• Marine experience preferred but not required
• Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods

• Shop floor working environment.
• Shop floor is non-climate controlled. Temperature fluctuates with outside environmental conditions, such as air temperature, radiant heat from sunlight, air movement, and humidity levels.
• Frequent exposure to high-temperatures, including a hot and humid environment, especially during summer months.
• Noise level is moderate with intervals of spikes
• Required to wear safety glasses, and utilize other safety equipment and personal protect equipment (PPE) while present on the production/shop floor.
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, resins, fiberglass dust & cloths, epoxy, composites, and other chemicals.
• Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of times.
• Ability to regularly bend, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, reach, climb, and lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $24.00 to $32.10, hourly. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and much more.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $32