Final Prep

Job Title: Final Prep Department: Final Prep Supervisor: Final Prep Supervisor

About Us

Founded in 1946 by Harry J. Neils, AlumaCraft began with a simple yet powerful vision: to build high-quality aluminum fishing boats using surplus metal and skilled post-war labor. Our very first creation - a 12-foot aluminum rowboat - set the standard for innovation and durability that still guides us today. At AlumaCraft, we’re more than boat builders - we’re a team grounded in integrity, loyalty, and a strong sense of community. We take pride in crafting reliable, high-performance boats that bring families and friends together for real, hands-on experiences - away from screens and distractions. Our work is driven by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the kind of family-oriented values that have defined us for generations. Whether it’s a quiet morning on the lake or a weekend fishing trip, we build boats that help people connect with what truly matters. About the Role You'll be part of a team that takes pride in building high-quality, dependable products with a strong legacy of craftsmanship and innovation. Our work reflects the dedication, skill, and values of our people - values like integrity, loyalty, and a passion for creating meaningful experiences on the water. From our hometown in St. Peter to communities across the country, our achievements are a testament to the strength of our team and the quality of what we build together.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, specifications, and work instructions
• Perform visual inspections of finished products.
• Examine workpieces for defects and measure workpieces with templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Detect and escalate faulty operation of equipment, defective materials and production misses.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections of equipment, as assigned.
• Operate overhead hoist while always following safety requirements and operating procedures.
• Align and clamp workpieces or material together using hand tools, or position items in fixtures, jigs, or vises in preparation for securing together with screws or rivets.
• Position and secure workpieces or material using overhead hoists, mechanical devices or manual manipulation.
• Secure material together using rivet guns, pop rivets, drills and screws.
• Install hoses, fuel lines, wiring harnesses, and gas tanks into boats.
• Prep the boat for foaming by taping and otherwise masking parts that are not foamed.
• Test foam by conducting bag shots and recording the volume and density.
• Foam boats while using a foam gun and meet foam specifications.
• Using a spray gun inside of a spray booth, spray boats, wooden components and metal pieces, carpet and vinyl.
• Attach material to prepared glue surfaces including floors and the inside of the boat.
• Install floors using templates, screw guns and screws.
• Mark or tag material with proper identifiers.
• Clean work area and maintain walkways free of litter and clutter, clean machines, sweep aluminum chips and other debris, keep personal effects stored appropriately.
• Participate in daily morning meetings including stretching activities,assistwith incident investigations, continuous improvement initiatives, and quality improvements.
• Follow all internal processes and procedures including incident reporting, rework escalation, and stop-call-wait.
• Assistin training other employees on equipment and department procedures, engage in effective conversations with team members and leaders, escalate and discuss issues or potential issues to leads and supervisors.
• Aid in other areas, as needed.

Job Requirements Required

• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to stand, kneel, crawl and work for several hours in various positions either on a concrete floor or within a boat.
• Ability to manually move product and materials through regular physical exertion, including but not limited to lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and bending.
• You must be able to work at a reasonable pace within our quality and production standards to completion of tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Production standards include overtime to meet customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Preferred

• Knowledge and previous use of basic hand and power tools.
• Manufacturing, production, machinist, or assembly experience.
• Demonstrated stability and dependability in previous employment.

Our Culture At AlumaCraft, we believe great work starts with great people - and we invest in our team every step of the way. Our culture is built on respect, consistency, and a commitment to rewarding hard work. We offer exclusive lifestyle benefits that grow with your time at the company, including attendance incentives, gas and phone allowances, and even a car allowance for long-term team members. Proudly manufacturing in St. Peter for over 50 years, we take pride in creating a supportive environment where employees can build a lasting career. Join us and become part of a company that values reliability, community, and craftsmanship. AlumaCraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability.