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Production Quality Engineer

Sea Ray Boats, Inc.

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$27.74-44.52 /h
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Vonore, TN
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

Are you ready for what’s next?

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:

The Quality Engineer (QE) plays a crucial role in supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Tellico quality management system. This position involves activities related to supplier quality, internal process control, and customer feedback. The Quality Engineer is responsible for driving continuous improvement throughout the facility by analyzing quality data, prioritizing opportunities, and leading enhancement initiatives across all operations.

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

Essential Functions:

  • Pro-actively facilitate the development of Quality Systems to provide consistent inspection and testing to meet company standards of good sound visual quality and functional reliability.

  • Support both internal and external quality processes.

  • Improve processes to reduce common cause variability and eliminate special cause by following Problem Solving techniques such as Six Sigma (DMAIC).

  • Ensure appropriate collection of quality data, analyze the data for trends, identify corrective action opportunities, and drive corrective action activities.

  • Interpret basic technical drawings including characteristics such as views, title blocks, dimensioning, tolerancing, etc. Interpret specification requirements in relation to product and process characteristics.

  • Assist in the development, maintenance, and reporting of quality measurements and analysis. Helps determine the adequacy and accuracy of quality standards. Where standards are not available, coordinates their development.

  • Promote and ensure quality activities in manufacturing and support functions to assure that Quality Metrics improve.

  • Facilitate and train employee groups on process improvement and waste elimination techniques.

  • Lead teams in applying structured problem-solving methodology and tools to eliminate waste.

  • Investigate, analyze, and benchmark industry practices for process validation assessments.

  • Accurately maintain company records and documents in accordance with policies and procedures.

  • Actively support and lead our Corrective Action processes.

  • Perform special assignments as required.

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 Functions:

  • Use of structured quality improvement tools including six sigma tools.

  • Some common tools required to use are Process Map, Pareto Chart, Trend Chart, Fishbone Diagram, 5-Why Analysis, Histogram, SPC, FMEA, 5S, Correlation Analysis, Error-proofing, and Control Plans.

Preferred Functions:

  • Facilitate and train employee groups on process improvement and waste elimination techniques.

  • Lead teams in applying structured problem-solving methodology and tools to eliminate waste.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field required although consideration will be given to individuals with commensurate marine experience

  • Must be willing to complete additional advanced education/training courses as required.

Working Conditions:

  • Maintain cleanliness, ensure safety compliance to include PPE adherence, safety policy adherence, and safe behaviors and conditions. Must possess the desire and ambition to always work safely and report all hazards to their supervisor immediately.

  • Must understand basic terminology such as OSHA, DEP, and other regulatory agencies.

  • Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment where designated, including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • The anticipated pay range for this position is $57,700 - $92,600 annually. 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 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 candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

  • This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's 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, 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. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards.

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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