Quality & Compliance Coordinator

Position Overview

Responsible for the compliance of new and existing products to all applicable marine industry boat construction standards and internal best practices. This role is primarily responsible for compliance and regulatory adherence, with secondary support to quality functions.

Essential Functions

• Review product safety/compliance requirements and ensure integration of those requirements to the product line.
• Own the Product Audit Program, including audit planning, execution, reporting, and continuous improvement of audit effectiveness.
• Report and track safety critical and compliance issues to ensure the effectiveness of corrective actions and their continued conformity.
• Authority to escalate and/or halt production when critical compliance or safety risks are identified.
• Ensure that all products are audited in a timely and efficient manner per the audit rates established for each boat model.
• Routinely participate in plant wide inspections for overall assurance of policy acceptance.
• Maintain direct and frequent interface with other Brunswick Boat Group manufacturing facilities to ensure consistency with the guidelines of the program.
• Maintain information and stay current on all applicable global industry standards including but not limited to those established by the CFR/USCG, ABYC, EPA, CARB, ISO/CE, Transport Canada, and Australia.
• Process and submit applications to NMMA, IMCI, CARB, Transport Canada, and other applicable agencies for certification of all boat models annually.
• Regularly interface with the manufacturing and engineering groups and keep all parties up to date on changes to industry standards and regulation changes.
• Track product safety/compliance non-conformities and ensure corrective action by plants.
• Teach plant personnel product safety/compliance non-conformity recognition.
• Develop and maintain complete compliance documentation/books for all new and existing products to support certification and audit readiness.
• Participate in engineering drawing reviews and provides feedback.
• Regularly review applicable data points such as service bulletins, past product audits, warranty info, consumer/dealer feedback, engineering change notices (ECN), corrective actions, vendor approval process etc. to enhance and improve the audit function.
• Support manufacturing and customer service on issues resolution as needed.
• Cook up vendor approvals of compliance critical items for all new products.
• Coordinate and present technical training to production personnel on all necessary marine construction standards.
• Provide support for investigating quality issues, escalating problems when needed and recommendations for improvements or product dispositions.
• Ensure the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOP’s) are in place for quality processes.
• Participate in monthly quality meetings with department heads.
• Monitor departmental check off sheets with Quality Tech looking for trends of concerns or safety infractions.
• Conduct support for the auditing and inspections of the boats.
• Support process improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Quality) or related discipline preferred, or equivalent experience is required.
• ABYC Standards Accreditation Course and NMMA Compliance Specialist Certification preferred or be able to obtain within one year.
• Experience And Skills:
  • Minimum of 2 to 5 years’ experience at a boat production facility working with Marine Industry Regulations or similar regulated manufacturing environment (automotive, RV, powersports, or aerospace).
  • Previous experience interfacing with outside vendors.
  • Experience performing quality audits.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Must interface well with other employees and departments throughout Brunswick Boat Group as well as outside vendors, dealers, and retail customers.
  • Proven problem solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Working knowledge of PC based software (Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, AS400 etc.).
  • CAD Software experience preferred (Unigraphics/NX, Rhinoceros, AutoCAD, or similar).
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Boating experience desired.
  • Willingness to work extra hours required to assure timely completion of critical projects.
  • Willingness to travel (minimum 10%) and have ability to remain productive and efficient if working remotely.

About Brunswick

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

About Brunswick Boat Group

Home to a diverse portfolio of iconic marine brands, including Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Crestliner, 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 aluminum manufacturing facilities, our team members are the driving force behind our success. We foster a culture rooted in safety, integrity, continuous improvement, and personal growth.

Compensation

The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 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), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.