Boston Whaler - Group Leader
Boston Whaler - Group Leader
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Are you ready for whats next
Be Part of The Legend!
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
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.
Essential Functions:
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 makeup 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 Supervisors 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.
Required Qualifications:
Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent required. College level coursework in supervision/management preferred.
Must have minimum of 1year 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
Preferred Qualifications:
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 selfstarter with constant attention to improvement.
Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency in using hand tools power tools and measuring instruments.
Good problemsolving skills and the ability to adapt to unexpected challenges.
Detailoriented 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
Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods
Shop floor working environment.
Shop floor is nonclimate controlled. Temperature fluctuates with outside environmental conditions such as air temperature radiant heat from sunlight air movement and humidity levels.
Frequent exposure to hightemperatures 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 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 jobrelated 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 candidates qualifications and the business context.
This position is eligible to participate in Brunswicks comprehensive and highquality 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.
Why Brunswick:
Whatever tomorrow brings well be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry were committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match health benefits paid time off a robust Wellness Program and much more. In addition were proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
About Boston Whaler:
At Boston Whaler our team members are the key to our success and have helped us earn numerousawards and accolades from all over the world.We offer an environment where values are shareddiversity is embraced careers are grown and anyone who has the desire to be successful can achievetheir goals. To make the best boats in the world requires the best team members. If you have thehighest work standards values and integrity then you should join the unsinkable legend!
For more than 50 years Boston Whaler has been building superior quality unsinkable runabouts cruisers and center console boats. Founded in 1958 and currently headquartered in Edgewater FL the companys unique foamcored construction process contributes not only unsurpassed flotation but superior ride characteristics and durability. The current product line ranges from 11 42 feet and is distributed around the world by a network of exceptional dealers. For more information about The Unsinkable Legend please visit www.bostonwhaler. Boston Whaler is owned by Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) the largest marine manufacturer in the world.
Next is Now!
We value growth and development recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here please still consider applying.
Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process please contact for support.
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