Boston Whaler - Assembler I
Brunswick
Job Description
- Boat Assembly: Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work orders to assemble boats. Assemble various boat components, including hulls, decks, cabins, bulkheads, and other structural elements.
- Installation and Fitment: Ensure proper alignment and fitting of components, including using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to achieve precise tolerances.
- Quality Control: Perform quality checks throughout the assembly process to identify defects, inaccuracies, or deviations from specifications. Address any issues promptly and collaborate with the quality assurance team to maintain high-quality standards.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to minimize workplace accidents and maintain a safe working environment. Report any safety concerns or incidents to supervisors immediately.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with other boat assemblers, technicians, engineers, and designers to coordinate tasks and ensure smooth workflow. Provide support assistance and Training for colleagues when required.
- Tool and Equipment Maintenance: Maintain and care for assembly tools, equipment, and machinery. Report any malfunctions or the need for repairs to the appropriate department and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Time Management: Complete assigned tasks within specified time frames to meet production schedules and deadlines.
- Problem Solving: Identify and troubleshoot issues that may arise during the assembly process, implementing appropriate solutions to maintain production schedules.
- Adherence to Regulations: Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety guidelines, and quality standards to produce boats that meet legal and customer requirements.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of assembly processes, inspections, and any modifications made during production.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1+ years of related experience and/or
- Basic computer knowledge
- Ability to read/hear, interpret and/or understand instructions given verbally or written and exchange
- 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.
- 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.
- Ability to remain extremely focused and organized with a high-attention to detail / high degree of accuracy. • Able to work with multiple priorities and people.
- This role will require a high level of energy, creative thinking, and problem-solving abilities. • Familiarity with Materials Resources Planning (MRP) software and systems
- Marine experience preferred but not required
- Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and method
- 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
- 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.
- Overtime may be required based on scheduling needs. Boston Whaler reserves the right to adjust shifts and work times as business needs evolve.
- An hourly premium shift differential is available for employees working night shift.
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.