Boat Assembly Supervisor
L7
boaters world manufacturing groupChocowinity, NCyesterday
Occupations
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating WorkersElectromechanical Equipment AssemblersTeam AssemblersJob Description
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Production Leadership
Supervise the daily activities of employees within the Boat Assembly department
Assign work and coordinate staffing based on production schedules, priorities, and available resources
Ensure established production goals, schedules, and quality expectations are met
Maintain a strong presence on the production floor and provide hands-on support when needed
Monitor workflow and make adjustments to reduce production delays and bottlenecks
Coordinate the installation of hardware, seating, consoles, accessories, mechanical components, electrical systems, plumbing, rigging, and other boat components
Ensure employees follow established work instructions, specifications, drawings, templates, and production processes
Monitor labor utilization, productivity, and overall department performance
Communicate production status, delays, material shortages, and other concerns to plant leadership
Coordinate with other departments to maintain an efficient flow of boats through production
Employee Supervision & Development
Lead, coach, train, and develop Assembly employees
Provide clear daily expectations and work assignments
Train new employees on assembly methods, tool use, quality requirements, and safety procedures
Monitor employee performance, productivity, attendance, and quality of work
Provide timely coaching and feedback to employees
Recognize performance or conduct concerns and coordinate appropriate action with management and Human Resources
Help identify employee training and development needs
Promote teamwork, accountability, communication, and a positive production environment
Ensure employees understand changes to production requirements, processes, or priorities
Quality & Process Control
Ensure boats and components are assembled according to established quality standards and specifications
Inspect work throughout the assembly process for fit, alignment, function, appearance, and overall workmanship
Identify recurring defects, installation problems, or process concerns
Work with Quality, Engineering, and Production leadership to determine root causes and implement corrective actions
Ensure rework and quality concerns are addressed promptly
Help reduce defects, rework, scrap, and production delays
Verify completed work is ready to move to the next stage of production
Support continuous improvement of assembly methods and processes
Troubleshooting & Technical Support
Assist employees with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, plumbing, rigging, fitment, and other assembly concerns
Review drawings, specifications, templates, and work instructions when resolving production issues
Coordinate with Engineering when technical clarification or product changes are required
Identify tooling, equipment, material, or process issues affecting production
Help develop practical solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and consistency
Support new product introductions and manufacturing process changes
Materials & Workflow
Coordinate with Stockroom, Receiving, Inventory, Purchasing, and other departments to ensure required parts and materials are available
Identify material shortages that could affect production and communicate them promptly
Ensure parts, tools, and materials are properly staged and utilized
Help minimize material waste, damage, and unnecessary rework
Coordinate workflow with Lamination, Cut & Grind, Gelcoat Repair, Upholstery, Woodshop, Metal Fabrication, Quality, Final Finish, and other production areas as required
Safety & Housekeeping
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized Assembly department
Ensure employees follow all company safety procedures and properly use required PPE
Conduct or participate in safety meetings, training, inspections, and incident investigations as required
Identify unsafe conditions or work practices and take immediate corrective action
Ensure tools and equipment are used safely and maintained appropriately
Immediately report injuries, equipment concerns, hazards, or significant safety issues
Reinforce company environmental, health, safety, quality, and production requirements throughout the department
Requirements:
Previous supervisory, team leadership, or production leadership experience within a manufacturing or assembly environment
Strong hands-on knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes
Experience supervising hourly production employees
Ability to plan work, assign responsibilities, and maintain production schedules
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
Experience using and supervising the use of hand and power tools
Ability to read and interpret work instructions, measurements, drawings, templates, and production specifications
Experience managing employee performance, attendance, training, and productivity
Strong understanding of manufacturing quality and safety expectations
Ability to identify production problems and implement practical solutions
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively with employees, supervisors, engineers, quality personnel, and plant leadership
Ability to work full-time on-site in Chocowinity, North Carolina
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous boat or marine manufacturing supervisory experience
Experience supervising boat assembly, rigging, final assembly, or similar production operations
Experience with marine mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and rigging systems
Experience in automotive, RV, powersports, or other complex durable-goods assembly environments
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or similar production-improvement methods
Experience with ERP or manufacturing production systems
Experience supporting new-product introductions or manufacturing ramp-ups
Previous experience developing and training production employees
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Manufacturing supervision
Boat and product assembly
Production scheduling and workflow
Employee leadership and development
Mechanical troubleshooting
Quality control and defect prevention
Production problem solving
Performance management
Training and coaching
Hand and power tool knowledge
Safety leadership
Continuous improvement
Cross-functional communication
Organization and accountability
Hands-on leadership
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Work is performed primarily in an active boat manufacturing environment
Regular and significant production-floor presence is required
Regular exposure to manufacturing noise, dust, fiberglass/compositematerials, chemicals, odors, tools, equipment, and varying temperatures
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to bend, kneel, reach, climb, and work in and around boats and production equipment
Ability to safely demonstrate the use of hand and power tools as needed
Ability to lift, carry, position, and move materials or components as required by the position
Must wear required PPE and follow all facility safety procedures
Ability to adjust working hours as needed to support production schedules, multiple shifts, employee issues, or other operational requirements
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee discounts
Training and professional development opportunities
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Boater’s World Manufacturing Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Level
ManagerL7
Location
Chocowinity, NC
Occupation
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
Industry
Boat Building
Posted
yesterday
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