Production Group Lead

This is a working lead position that combines hands-on vessel assembly, daily team coordination and assembler training. Developing assembler skills and connecting daily assignments to the Production Supervisor’s safety, productivity, quality, responsiveness and cost goals are core responsibilities. The Group Lead participates in the daily GEMBA process and helps the team understand its targets, track results and resolve issues.

The Production Supervisor retains responsibility for staffing decisions, attendance management, time approval, formal performance reviews and disciplinary actions. The Group Lead provides observations, coaching and recommendations to support those responsibilities.

Changes to drawings, assembly methods, materials and acceptance requirements require the appropriate approval. Specialized electrical work, lifting, equipment operation and other technical tasks must remain within the employee’s training, qualifications and authorization.

Work takes place in an active manufacturing facility and vessel assembly areas, with occasional outdoor support. Conditions may include noise, heat, dust, chemicals and work around machinery or moving loads. Site safety procedures and required personal protective equipment apply.

Daily Production & Assembly

• Lead a small team of assemblers while working alongside them to build and outfit Kraken vessels.
• Turn daily production priorities into clear tasks and coordinate work to keep builds moving efficiently.
• Carry out mechanical assembly, installation, bonding, sealing and outfitting activities.
• Monitor progress, identify constraints and work with the Production Supervisor to resolve issues quickly.

Hands-On Technical Support

• Help the team interpret drawings, follow work instructions and use tools and equipment correctly.
• Demonstrate effective assembly techniques and support the resolution of day-to-day build issues.
• Check fit, alignment, fastening, sealing and workmanship throughout the assembly process.
• Support inspections, testing, repairs and approved rework.

Team Training & Development

• Provide hands-on training and coaching for new and existing assemblers.
• Help employees develop safe working practices, technical skills and consistently high standards of workmanship.
• Identify skills gaps and support cross-training across critical assembly activities.
• Reinforce standard work and use production issues and quality feedback to identify training opportunities.

Safety, Quality & Performance

• Set the standard for safe working, quality and good housekeeping within the team.
• Ensure the correct tools, PPE, drawings and approved processes are being used.
• Support daily production reviews and communicate progress, shortages, quality concerns and other constraints.
• Maintain accurate build records and required material and vessel traceability.

Teamwork & Continuous Improvement

• Create a positive team environment where people communicate clearly, share knowledge and take pride in their work.
• Work with Production and Manufacturing Engineering to improve assembly methods, tooling and work instructions.
• Involve the team in solving recurring quality, production and material issues.
• Support 5S, organised workstations and practical improvements that make vessel production safer and more efficient.

• Demonstrated ability to teach hands-on tasks, assess understanding and help employees become capable and independent
• Ability to break assembly work into clear steps and explain quality and safety expectations
• Experience reading drawings, following work instructions and using common hand and power tools
• Practical understanding of mechanical assembly, fastening, fit-up, bonding, sealing and component installation
• Ability to recognize workmanship issues and address problems before they affect subsequent work
• Ability to organize daily assignments and coordinate work across a small team
• Comfortable reviewing daily targets, tracking actual results and discussing performance at the work area
• Familiarity with daily GEMBA reviews, visual management or comparable shop-floor coordination practices
• Ability to identify constraints, resolve routine issues and recognize when additional direction is required
• Willingness to use structured problem-solving and involve assemblers in improving their work
• Strong attention to detail and the discipline to maintain accurate production and training records
• Clear communication and the ability to work closely with production, engineering, quality and warehouse personnel
• Patience, sound judgment and the ability to give direct, constructive feedback
• Dependable attendance and the ability to follow through on assigned work
• A collaborative approach, personal initiative and a commitment to the team’s success
• A practical problem-solver who takes pride in developing people and building quality vessels
• Able to work on-site in Flagler Beach, with occasional travel and additional hours to support production milestones
• Able to perform assembly work in a manufacturing environment, including standing, walking, bending, reaching and handling materials, with or without reasonable accommodation
• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant technical training, military experience or equivalent practical experience
• Experience supporting marine manufacturing, aerospace or defense production a plus
• Experience training new employees or maintaining team skills matrices a plus
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, standard work and root-cause problem-solving a plus
• Experience supporting facility startups, new-product introductions or production growth a plus
• Experience with composite structures, marine systems or vessel outfitting a plus

• Competitive base pay, depending on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, and a 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, public holidays and work-life balance
• Educational assistance, tuition reimbursement and professional development
• The opportunity to help establish a U.S. boat manufacturing operation, build advanced maritime systems and grow with the business

Kraken Technology Group USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.