JOB SUMMARY:

Bennington is the market leading pontoon boat manufacturer and a wholly owned subsidiary of Polaris Industries, a Fortune 500 company. We pride ourselves on delivering a boating experience that's second to none through our emphasis on innovation, design, product quality, and relentless focus on customer satisfaction. Our team members live that passion every day and have fueled our growth to over 400 employees across 6 buildings in Elkhart, IN.

The Application & Certification Manager will be responsible for overseeing the installation of electrical, performance, and audio pontoon systems. Ensuring governing compliance with the ABYC, NMMA, and Cost Guard regulations, the Application & Certification Manager will also oversee testing and materials used during the manufacturing process. Acting as a field support point of contact, this role will provide exceptional customer support troubleshooting issues within various pontoon systems and wiring diagrams, as well as providing detailed explanations of the possibilities and limitations of what is possible within the pontoon boat, as well as step-by-step instructions to our customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

· Responsible for overseeing subject matter experts in the pontoon systems such as electrical, performance, and audio

· Oversee the installation of electrical, performance, and audio systems

· Oversee the governing compliance of the ABYC, NMMA, and ensure Coast Guard compliance

· Ensure governing compliance with testing, and materials used during the manufacturing process

· Provide exceptional customer support regarding troubleshooting issues within various systems and wiring diagrams.

· Act as a field support point of contact and explain in detail the possibilities and limitations of what is possible in a boat, as well as providing step-by-step instructions to customers.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

· Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field desired

· 2+ years of direct leadership experience preferred or an experienced and proven leader who has the demonstrated ability to lead effective teams

· Demonstrated leadership ability to set goals, delegate and motivate team to achieve those goals

· Excellent leadership skill in motivating, training, and developing individuals and teams.

· Excellent written & verbal communication within team and cross-functionally

· Highly organized and effective in managing multiple priorities and deadlines

· Effective negotiation, decision making and problem-solving skills

· Ability to drive accountability throughout the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled