Godfrey Marine - Assembly Plant 1

Godfrey Marine, a Polaris, Inc. division, builds pontoon and deck boats and benefits from the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 leader in powersports and marine innovation. The company is growing its Elkhart team and is looking for Assembly Associates at several competency levels for a full-time, onsite role in Elkhart, Indiana. Whether you come with marine or manufacturing experience or you’re eager to learn a skilled trade, they’re ready to train you if you bring a strong work ethic and a great attitude.

As an Assembly Associate, you’ll be hands-on in crafting world-class boats from the ground up. You’ll use standard hand and power tools to assemble components, inspect parts and assemblies for safety and quality, and work with cross-functional teammates to keep production lines clean, safe and efficient. The position also includes opportunities to participate in training programs that expand your manufacturing skill set and open doors for advancement within the company.

If you enjoy physical work, teamwork, and building a craft, this opportunity could fit you well.

Crafting pontoon boats on the assembly line

You’ll bring together marine components and structures, using tools like screw guns, impact guns, caulking guns, staple guns, air ratchets and sanders to create reliable assemblies. A key part of the daily routine is reading prints and taking measurements with a tape measure to ensure each piece aligns with exact specifications. You’ll also be expected to follow the company’s Code of Conduct and Employee Handbook guidelines and to arrive with reliable transportation to the site. Safety matters here, so you’ll keep to the PPE rules and maintain a focus on working safely even in a non-air conditioned environment.

Your day includes collaborating with Team Leads, Group Leaders, Supervisors and other shop colleagues to meet daily targets while maintaining quality and minimizing defects. You’ll take part in ongoing training programs designed to broaden your manufacturing skill set and help you grow within Godfrey Marine.

Must-have and nice-to-have requirements

Here’s what you need to bring to the line, plus a few extras that help you stand out.

• Familiarity with common air tools and handheld equipment, including screw guns, impact drivers, caulking guns, staple guns, air ratchets and sanders
• Ability to read technical prints and use a tape measure with confidence
• Ability to follow the Code of Conduct and Employee Handbook expectations on a daily basis
• Reliable transportation to get to the plant
• Willingness to adhere to the company’s safety and PPE guidelines

• Prior marine or manufacturing experience is a plus and can help you get up to speed faster
• A positive attitude and a strong work ethic, especially if you’re new to the trade, can smooth your onboarding and growth

Pay, benefits and practical details

Godfrey Marine offers a broad benefits package, reflecting the backing of Polaris. You’ll see affordable medical, dental and vision insurance, plus contributions to Health Savings Accounts and flexible Spending Accounts. There are support programs like an Employee Assistance Program and Real Appeal, along with employer-funded short and long-term disability and free life insurance for employees, spouses and dependents. The company also provides two weeks of paid paternity leave, access to the Polaris Assistance Fund, a 401(k) with matching contributions up to 5%, and annual Employee Stock Ownership Plans with employer contributions. Employee discounts on Polaris products and free Polaris unit rentals, including off-road vehicles and Slingshot rentals, are also part of the package.

Advice for applicants

Lead your resume with any hands-on tool experience you have, especially work with air tools and hand tools named in the job description. If you’ve completed a bench or simulation test, put those results near the top to demonstrate practical tool proficiency.

Show how you prove the must-have skills by noting your ability to read prints and measure parts, and by mentioning any previous roles where you followed clear work instructions and hit daily targets with zero defects.

Be prepared to discuss how you handle the realities of a non-air conditioned work environment, maintain safety standards, and collaborate with Team Leads and Supervisors to stay aligned with daily goals.

When you interview, consider asking about the training track for Assembly Associates, how performance is evaluated in Tier 1, and what pathways exist to move up within the assembly teams at Godfrey Marine.