Light RTM & Gel Finishing Manager

Nautique Boat Company Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nautique Boat Company is seeking a Light RTM Composite Manager to lead daily Light RTM and Gel Finishing operations, emphasizing safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced marine manufacturing environment.

The role directs department supervisors, drives Lean initiatives, and coordinates with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to optimize material utilization and reduce waste.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or 7–10 years of progressive manufacturing experience.
• 3–5 years of direct supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies (5S, Kaizen, visual management).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily Light RTM and Gel Finishing operations, including production attainment, safety, quality, labor utilization, and employee performance.
• Ensure production schedules and departmental objectives are achieved while maintaining safety, quality, cost, and delivery standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop department supervisors, leads, and employees to strengthen performance and alignment with objectives.
• Manage departmental staffing and employee performance while supporting recruitment, onboarding, training, development, and succession planning.
• Drive improvements in labor productivity, material utilization, process efficiency, and waste reduction through Lean Manufacturing and CI methodologies.
• Maintain high-quality standards through shop-floor engagement, process observation, auditing, and collaboration with leadership.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Customer Service to resolve production issues.
• Identify and address production constraints and barriers affecting performance.
• Lead implementation of new manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, materials, and product introductions.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 5S, Kaizen, visual management, and standardization.
• Monitor, analyze, and report departmental performance metrics and take corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental requirements and promote a proactive safety culture.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Adaptability

Collaboration

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field

7–10 years progressive manufacturing/operations experience

3–5 years supervisory/management experience

Lean Manufacturing & Lean Six Sigma knowledge; certification preferred

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nautique Boat Company is seeking a Light RTM Composite Manager to lead daily Light RTM and Gel Finishing operations, emphasizing safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced marine manufacturing environment.

The role directs department supervisors, drives Lean initiatives, and coordinates with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to optimize material utilization and reduce waste.