PDI/Quality Lead

Winnebago Industries Inc; Bristol (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Barletta Boats is seeking a PDI/Quality Lead to oversee a team responsible for pre-delivery inspections and final quality checks on boats produced at our Bristol, IN facility. You will lead, coach, and motivate the PDI team to ensure every boat meets safety and craftsmanship standards and to drive continuous improvement across the production process.

In this role you will oversee inspections, identify issues, coordinate with Production and Engineering, and promote a culture of accountability and

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in manufacturing, production, quality or inspection preferred.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop a team for PDI activities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate a team of PDI members to ensure boats meet quality and safety standards.
• Conduct and oversee inspections to verify Barletta quality, safety, and craftsmanship.
• Identify issues, coordinate solutions, and drive process improvements with Production and Engineering.
• Create a positive, accountable, team-focused work environment and coach team members.
• Champion safety and help maintain a zero-harm workplace; look for efficiency opportunities.

Job description

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PDI/Quality Lead

PDI Hourly Full Time Indirect Bristol, IN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2807

Help Us Deliver Excellence on Every Boat

At Barletta Boats, we believe the little details make a big difference. Every boat we build represents the hard work, pride, and dedication of our team, and before it reaches a customer, we need someone who shares that same commitment to excellence.

We're looking for a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Group Lead to lead a team responsible for ensuring every Barletta boat meets the quality, safety, and craftsmanship standards we're known for. If you enjoy developing people, solving problems, and taking pride in delivering a product you can stand behind, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You'll Do

As the PDI Group Lead, you'll play an important role in the customer experience by helping ensure every boat leaves our facility ready to create lasting memories on the water.

You'll:

• Lead, support, and motivate a team of PDI team members.
• Conduct and oversee inspections to ensure boats meet Barletta quality and safety standards.
• Identify issues, coordinate solutions, and work closely with Production and Engineering teams to drive improvements.
• Help create a positive, accountable, and team-focused work environment.
• Coach and develop team members while recognizing successes and encouraging growth.
• Champion safety and help maintain our goal of a zero-harm workplace.
• Look for opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance the overall quality of our products.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys leading and developing people.
• Takes pride in producing high-quality work.
• Has strong attention to detail and a natural problem-solving mindset.
• Communicates well and works effectively across teams.
• Leads by example with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Is committed to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing, production, quality, or inspection environment is preferred.

At Barletta, our culture is more than words on a wall. We work hard to create an environment where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Our values guide everything we do:

• Treat Everyone Like Family
• Always Do the Right Thing
• Relentlessly Pursue Excellence

We're also committed to creating a Barletta Safe workplace, where every employee contributes to a culture focused on safety and respect.

When you join our team, you'll become part of a company that genuinely cares about its people, celebrates accomplishments, and believes great boats are built by great teams.

We offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you and your family:

• Competitive pay based on experience, skills, and qualifications
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Voluntary benefits including Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, and Identity Theft Protection
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement and opportunities for continued development

As part of our hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening. These screenings are conducted to ensure the safety and integrity of our workplace.

*This job description is intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar nature or level of responsibility. Barletta Boats reserves the right to change or assign to this position as required.