Join Our Team: Nautique Boat Company has an outstanding career opportunity available at our boat manufacturing facility in East Orlando, FL. We are celebrating over 98 years of excellence in the marine industry. Nautique Boat Company is a subsidiary of Correct Craft and has been on the waters of the world with a passion for innovation since 1925. Nautique is known to push the envelope of possibility on the water, and our owners have come to expect nothing but the absolute best. The world’s best ski boat, the world’s best wake boat, and a company that cares. Through our Nautique Cares initiatives, we’re dedicated to not only making a difference on the water but to people in need around the world.  To learn more visit www.nautique.com.

We are seeking an experienced Industrial- Manufacturing Engineer, who will focus on eliminating waste in our plant. You will devise efficient ways to use workers, machines, materials, information, and energy to make better products and improve processes. Daily responsibility is focused on, but not limited to, safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the advancement and implementation of lean manufacturing initiatives in production.
• Coordinate problem-solving activities on the plant floor with multi-department resources.
• Establish operational methods and work standards using various work measurement techniques.
• Optimize use of floor space, materials, personnel, and equipment.
• Support manufacturing production teams to improve efficiency and resolve issues.
• Analyze existing operations and propose cost-justified improvements.
• Optimize employee production and material efficiency through continuous improvement.
• Maintain high-quality standards through on-the-floor interaction with employees to ensure quality and accuracy in each step of the production process.
• Play a key role in the implementation of new processes, equipment, and products.
• Evaluate and design ergonomic workstations and material handling systems.
• Initiate, plan, execute, and control strategic projects to accomplish operations’ strategic goals.

Skills and abilities for success in this position:

• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to work closely with all members of the organization
• Strong facilitation skills
• Excellent organization and project management skills
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to juggle and manage competing tasks and demands and deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Ability to make sound judgments and take the initiative to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and make decisions/choices within the functional area of responsibility with minimal direct supervision
• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere and interaction with customers, co-workers, and management.
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly.

Knowledge, Education, and or Experience required:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field. Experience in a manufacturing or construction environment is a plus.
• Four (4) year post-secondary degree, with a focus in industrial engineering or manufacturing.
• Experience in a manufacturing/operations environment.
• Strong lean manufacturing experience especially in continuous improvement, elimination of waste, 5S, Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and visual management.
• Able to initiate, plan, direct, and execute process improvement projects.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work with minimum direction and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to develop positive working relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills combined with the ability to read and understand blueprints and drawings.
• Must possess good organizational and communication skills.
• Must have a team-oriented mindset
• Strong computer skills in order to analyze, organize and present data and information using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working CAD knowledge.
• Fluent in the English language with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A self-starter who takes a proactive approach and has good decision-making skills.
• A self-motivated individual who excels in a challenging environment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air temperature occasionally.
• Must be able to bend at waist and knees and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds when necessary.
• This is a safety-sensitive position.

WHY APPLY:

• Opportunity to take your career to the next level
• Work for a company that values people, performance and philanthropy
• Join a team that is passionate about making a difference in the world
• Competitive benefits: Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Job Stability
• Incentive Bonus Plan