CNC Team Lead II

brunswick; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Brunswick is seeking a CNC Team Lead at our Harris facility to lead training, enforce safety, and troubleshoot on the production line. This role emphasizes hands-on coaching, rapid response to issues, and strong teamwork to sustain high productivity and quality.

The ideal candidate has experience in manufacturing, solid knowledge of OSHA requirements, and familiarity with Lean principles. You’ll drive improvements and mentor operators in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3–5 years in a technical role preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations; OSHA certification preferred.
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing; able to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of all employees.
• Provide training and support to production employees.
• Plan and update cross training matrix and reports.
• Identify root causes of technical issues and implement solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement with Process Techs and Supervisors.
• Work well in a team environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Lean Manufacturing understanding

OSHA regulations knowledge

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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

This CNC Team Lead will be highly skilled within the Harris facility, focusing on training, implementing safety protocols, and troubleshooting. The ideal individual will be willing to participate/complete an in-depth and extensive training process. This individual will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation through comprehensive training programs, rigorous safety measures, and effective troubleshooting techniques.

Essential Functions

• Ensure that the health and safety of all employees remain the number one goal
• Must be able to work well in a team environment.
• Must know all technical aspects of their respective area(s).
• Provide training and support to production employees to ensure the highest level of productivity and quality
• Responsible for planning and updating the cross training matrix and other routine reports/metrics
• Provide feedback to employees for safety, quality, and technical experience
• Drive accountability to the desired metrics in their respective area(s)
• Identify root cause of technical issues arising from the production line and work with team to implement solutions
• Contribute ideas of continuous improvement and collaborate with Process Techs and Value Stream Leads/Supervisors for implementation.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment required. 3-5 years in a technical role preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required. Must be a good listener with ability to guide (coach) others.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations required. OSHA certification preferred.
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must have a willingness to initiate and lead change.
• Must be results driven.
• Must have basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing
• Ability to manage multiple products/projects/areas in a fast paced environment
• Ability to use (willingness to learn) computers in a Windows based environment with MS Office
• Self-starter and detail oriented preferred

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently standing and lifting heavy objects weighing 50 to 100 pounds. The employee is constantly walking, pushing/pulling, reaching, and climbing stairs. The employee is occasionally squatting, kneeling, and using fine hand movements such as tightening screws, bolts, and securing pins. Specific vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Environmental demands include working both indoors and outdoors and is seasonally exposed to extreme temperatures.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $ 21.50-$24.00, hourly. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

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.

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 and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we're proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Brunswick Boat Group

Brunswick Boat Group is home to a diverse portfolio of iconic marine brands, including Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Crestliner, Cypress Cay, Harris, Heyday, Lowe, Lund, Navan, Princecraft, Protector, Quicksilver, Rayglass, Sea Ray, Spartan, Thunder Jet, and Uttern. Each brand carries a legacy of innovation, craftsmanship, and performance that has shaped the boating industry worldwide.

Across our fiberglass and alumin