**_Are you ready for what’s next?_** _Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader (https://youtube.com/watch?v=ksuQ6B2j\_mA) 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._ **Grade 6** **Job Summary** The Quality Group Leader role is responsible for overseeing the Quality Team, including inspection of the interior/exterior finish of boats to specified standards/acceptance criteria along with the installation of components on the boat for adherence to form, fit, and function standards. Assists the Supervisor in a wide range of departmental reporting. **At Brunswick, we have a passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.** **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** + Maintain production flow (Identify material variances, identify bottlenecks, move labor to cover absenteeism). + Quantify and report on chronic defects experienced daily. + Work with other Group Leads on "Today's" problems and work towards a solution. + Follow up to ensure jobs are being performed properly to the plan. + Facilitate a positive workplace environment throughout the Sea Ray facility. + Assist in quality investigations. + Perform process audits to ensure production is working to print and work instructions. + Train and maintain personnel within QA and assembly on proper procedures and specs. + Provide support, when necessary, within QA department to ensure all inspection areas are covered. + Monitor team to ensure expectations are being met set forth by leadership team. + Help identify inefficiencies to maximize quality of product. Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way. **EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE** + High School diploma + Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the marine industry is highly preferred. + Technical competence in multiple disciplines of boat building and safe operation of vessels. + Proficiency in understanding prints and drawings. + Must have strong written and verbal communication skills. + Must work well with others, be a team player, and lead by example. + Must be flexible to work extended hours to support the requirements of the business. + Physical requirements vary and may include, but are not limited to, lifting, standing, stooping, standing, walking, bending, and climbing stairs. + Must always possess the desire to work safely as well as report hazards to the supervisor or manager immediately. **ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS** **Safety** + Maintain cleanliness, ensure safety compliance to include PPE adherence, safety policy adherence, and safe behaviors and conditions. Manage safety escalations from employees. Group Lead is responsible for maintaining housekeeping checklist. **Quality** + Be aware of compliance findings/DPUs (defects per unit) and assist with investigations. Drive corrective actions on findings. + Consult on RCA (root cause analysis) on defects and drive to resolution. + Sign off on quality gates (critical to quality checks) & understand reoccurring quality issues. **Delivery** + Ensure team has all materials needed to perform work; remove obstacles to achieving daily goals. Understand the root cause of downtime and inefficiencies and escalate issues to Quality Supervisor. + Understand production, communicate the throughput that is required to go through the workstations each day / week and making sure that the team members understand if we are adhering to schedule. + Validate Shopfloor to ensure boats have been rolled and address any issues. + Make suggestions and recommendations to Supervisor regarding configuration of job breakdowns and layouts for run rate changes and new model integration. + Friday work required as scheduled; able to work a flexible schedule to meet the demands of the business **Morale** + Partner with the Supervisor to identify workforce needs for the day, based on absenteeism, and move resources to fill gaps and ensure the right level of staffing to execute to the production schedule. + Mentoring, instructing, conducting new hire OJT (on job training). Cross-training matrix (when deployed in area). **Leadership** + Uphold and represent the Brunswick Integrity Playbook and Professional behavior and communications of a leader + Hands on inspector (~10% - 15% of time). Delegate work as appropriate. + Span of control is approximately 15 team members. + Drive accountability: Quality, safety, control of breaks/lunch times. + Desire to grow in leadership role. Partner with peers to resolve issues. + Yellow Belt (within 2 years) and lean competencies: A3 problem solving. + Act as primary intra- and inter- department liaison on routine matters. Address basic conflicts or disagreements between crew leaders or team members + Tour job candidates through work areas and provide input for the hiring process to the Supervisor + MES tools. Basic computer skills are required. Log in / log out. (i.e., use Shop Floor, Workday, SharePoint, and access and use schedules and prints). + Hold team members accountable for their roles and responsibilities. The pay range for this position is $25.15 to $30.60 per hour. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Employees may be eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, which includes 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 (https://www.brunswick.com/careers/culture-benefits/benefits) . 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. Why Brunswick: Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're 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 (https://www.brunswick.com/careers/culture-benefits/benefits) . In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards (https://www.brunswick.com/careers) ! About Sea Ray: At Sea Ray, we believe that richer moments on the water lead to a richer life. That’s why everything we do is designed to make each moment exceptional - now and in the future. Our team members—from those who design our latest models to those who assemble and finish the final product—are committed to ensuring that Sea Ray customers are ultimately and totally satisfied, not just as an ideal but a policy. Because when you believe in what you do, the rest speaks for itself. _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 hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support. 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