Rigging Manager

Bass Pro Shops•Lebanon, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Product Testing & Rigging oversees all aspects of boat product performance testing, evaluation, and rigging operations for White River Marine Group. This role is responsible for ensuring that boats, motors, and components meet rigorous quality and performance standards while maintaining efficient, safe, and compliant rigging practices. Reporting to the Sr Manager Engineering, this position bridges engineering, production, and quality functions to drive continuous improvement, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years in marine testing, rigging supervision, or manufacturing leadership
Strong technical knowledge of boat rigging, marine systems, and performance measurement tools.
Skilled in performance data analysis and technical reporting.
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and continuous improvement practices.
Proven leadership skills with ability to coach, develop, and manage cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across engineering, production, and quality teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant testing software.
Analytical problem-solving ability with a focus on accuracy and timely execution.
Ability to operate and evaluate high-performance boats under varied conditions.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree
Bachelor's Degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Mercury Certification preferred
boating operation certification beneficial

Responsibilities

Lead and manage product testing and rigging operations for all WRMG boat models, motors, and performance-related components.
Supervise and develop team members including Performance Technicians, Rigging Leads, and Outfitters, promoting safety, accountability, and performance excellence.
Analyze and interpret performance and rigging data to recommend improvements in product design, functionality, and setup optimization.
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Product Development, and Manufacturing to ensure seamless integration of testing and rigging processes.
Establish and maintain standardized test protocols and rigging procedures that ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with company and industry standards.
Oversee rigging materials, planning bills, and scheduling to ensure on-time delivery of boats and motors to production and testing schedules.
Conduct safety audits and enforce compliance with Mercury certification and company safety policies.
Maintain thorough documentation of test results, performance data, and rigging quality records for internal and external stakeholders.
Support field and promotional events, representing WRMG’s technical and performance expertise.