Production Supervisor - Lowe Boats

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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes Next Never Rests and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview:

As part of the talented Lowe Boats team supervise production employees and assigns work meeting safety quality delivery and cost goals. Recommend and execute improvements in production methods equipment operating procedures and working conditions through listening engaging employees and problem solving. Act as the company conduit for employee communications to keep employees abreast of news and information. You will supervise a department within Lowe Boats to produce boats from start to finish including departments such as Fishboat Fabrication Pontoon or Roughneck.

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

Essential Functions:

• Own the four (4) main metrics (safety quality delivery productivity/people) -understand results & implement action plans to close gaps & meettargets
• Typically spends 75% of time on the floor in direct supervision of daily production / 25% of time on administrative and project tasks
• Successfully adheres to and models Brunswicks Employee Value Proposition and Values (Innovative Driven Exceptional Authentic and United)
• Communication: Display professionalism and represent the Company as a leader of the organization in all communications and interactions with employees at all levels of the organization
• Utilize tools such as MS Office applications Shop Floor Manager OBMS etc. to execute daily responsibilities and project work
• Oversees a line or area within a department including responsibility for front line employees and Leads. Understand staffing needs; review nominal headcount and execute to plan; interview for open roles and make candidate selection decisions
• Responsible for safety of team and safety compliance to include PPE adherence safety policy adherence conducting safety audits correcting unsafe behaviors & conditions. Conducts incident investigation reports in partnership with EH&S.
• Conducts root cause analysis in partnership with Quality on defects drives resolution; addresses repeat warranty issues; drives corrective actions around compliance findings.
• Conducts and leads Continuous Improvement efforts by using tools such as Andon Spaghetti Diagrams Line Balancing; 5S DMIAC Root Cause Analysis etc. Identifies road blocks and barriers encountered by work teams; pulls together and leads cross functional teams to address issues and execute actions needed.
• Drive accountability to policies and procedures; makes discretionary decisions that are guided by policies procedures and business plan.
• Manages performance issues; administer disciplinary actions and corrective actions conducts performance evaluations for all employees.
• Resolves conflict within team and across teams; investigates routine personnel issues in partnership with HR
• Creates action plans from Employee Opinion Survey results and drives execution of plans for area of responsibility
• Manage timekeeping & absenteeism; update UKG; sign off ontimecards; ensure compliance to start/stop times breaktimes &mealtimes
• Understand and manage the production schedule and understand impact on other areas; communicateto internal customers any changes or deviations to schedule / plan and make action plans with support functions where needed.
• Work with leaders in upstream and downstream processes to achieve metrics - Partner with peers to resolve production and quality issues.
• Ensure development of team as part of succession and talent planning.
• Manages cost expense and inventory control of material and supplies

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:

• 5 years of related experience managing a team including scheduling supervising training mentoring and directing staff.
• Must demonstrate effective leadership and interpersonal skills as well as proven experience requiring inter-departmental communication and coordination to effectively achieve the companys objectives and targets within budget.
• Understanding of and proficiency in lean change management and business process management methodologies.
• Exceptional computer skills including MS Office and proficiency with standard software packages required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in appropriate discipline strongly preferred.
• Lean six sigma Green Belt preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing environment
• Safety equipment required: safety shoes vision protection hearing protection and safety gloves

The anticipated pay range for this position is $48800 - $77000 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills relevant experience business needs and geographic addition to base pay this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

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 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. Details about our benefits can be found here.

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 addition were proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Brunswick Boat Group

Brunswick Boat Group is home to a diverse portfolio of iconic marine brands including Bayliner Boston Whaler Crestliner Cypress Cay Harris Heyday Lowe Lund Navan Princecraft Protector Quicksilver Rayglass Sea Ray Spartan Thunder Jet and Uttern.Each brand carries a legacy of innovation craftsmanship and performance that has shaped the boating industry worldwide.

Across our fiberglass and aluminum manufacturing facilities our team members are the driving force behind our success. We foster a culture rooted in safety integrity continuous improvement and personal growth. Whether youre building unsinkable legends pioneering wake sports or crafting fishing and pontoon boats trusted for generations youll be part of a united team committed to delivering exceptional experiences on the water.

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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.

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