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Regal Boats · 3 days ago

Panel and Harness Team Leader

Regal Boats is a family-owned company that has been a leader in the boating industry for over five decades. They are seeking an experienced Panel & Harness Team Leader to oversee the daily operations of the Panel and Harness production area, ensuring quality and safety standards while leading a team of technicians.

Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Panel & Harness Technicians and Leads (approximately 15–30 team members)
Assign daily work based on production schedules, boat models, and labor availability
Conduct daily start-up meetings to communicate priorities, safety topics, quality concerns, and production goals
Train and onboard new team members on harness builds, panel assembly, safety practices, and Regal quality standards
Conduct performance conversations, provide coaching, and support disciplinary actions in alignment with company policy
Oversee the assembly of boat-specific wiring harnesses and electrical panels according to drawings, formulas, and work instructions
Ensure accurate cutting, crimping, labeling, and connector configurations
Ensure proper identification and routing of wire colors for lighting, pumps, AC/DC systems, and digital switching
Supervise in-house battery cable manufacturing to predefined specifications and formulas
Troubleshoot electrical and harness-related issues that impact production flow or quality
Coordinate with Engineering and Quality to resolve design questions, defects, or process improvements
Manage harness quality testing processes and work with Industrial Engineering to resolve test software or hardware issues
Ensure all work meets Regal’s Quality Standards and electrical best practices
Review defects, support corrective action requests, and implement process improvements
Enforce safety standards, PPE usage, and safe work practices within the department
Proactively identify safety risks and coach team members on safe electrical handling and shop practices
Manage labor hours and staffing to meet production rates and efficiency targets
Confirm timecards and attendance using Regal’s timekeeping system
Partner with Scheduling, Warehousing, and other production departments to ensure material and harness readiness
Adjust resources throughout the day in response to attendance, production changes, or quality issues

Qualification

Electrical harness assemblyPanel assemblyTeam leadershipTroubleshooting skillsElectrical drawings interpretationProduction metrics managementMicrosoft Office SuiteBilingual (English/Spanish)Communication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

3–5 years of experience in electrical harness, panel assembly, or marine/industrial electrical manufacturing
Strong understanding of wire color codes, harness construction, crimping standards, and battery cable manufacturing
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, formulas, and work instructions
Ability to manage labor hours and meet production metrics
Ability to conduct employee conversations related to expectations, performance, and accountability
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Gmail)
Ability to lead diverse teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills
Conversational English; ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Demonstrated dependability, reliability, and commitment to attendance
Adherence to Regal's Mission, Values, and Purpose

Preferred

Previous experience in a leadership, lead, or supervisory role within a production environment
Electrical certification, marine electrical training, or technical degree
Experience with digital switching systems and modern marine electrical technologies
Previous experience in training and developing technicians
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Company

Regal Boats

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Sean Cuda
Chief Financial Officer
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