At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
Position Overview:
In this role, you will support the Marine Innovation team by managing product data, builds, and analysis activities that enable successful development and production execution. You will work closely with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain partners to maintain accurate Bills of Materials, resolve daily operational issues, and support proto@type and production builds. You will apply strong analytical and process-focused skills to improve data quality, reporting, and workflow efficiency across the product lifecycle. You will succeed by balancing attention to detail with responsiveness in a dynamic environment. This role offers broad exposure to cross-functional product development activities and the opportunity to influence how marine innovation programs are executed.
Key Responsibilities:
Create, verify, audit, and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) across proto@type, development, validation, and production phases
Support proto@type, pilot, and production builds by coordinating part availability, work orders, and unreleased components
Collaborate with designers, engineers, and project teams to implement changes across the product lifecycle
Serve as a primary point of contact for the engineering team, providing timely issue resolution
Create and maintain change notices using PRS/Windchill and ensure adherence to PDP guidelines
Generate release lists, Non-Production Work Order (NPWO) reports, and build documentation
Perform data analysis, audits, and reporting to support quality assurance objectives
Develop and standardize processes to improve engineering team efficiency
Lead and train in-house and offshore resources on standard work
Assist with ordering, shipping, and coordination of parts for development and testing
Support project leaders with pilot build planning, deviations, and documentation
Work on ad-hoc projects as assigned
Desired Competencies:
Planning & Organization: You manage time, resources, and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.
Data & Analytical Literacy: You interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.
Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, MIS, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of experience supporting New Product Development processes or tools
Experience creating, maintaining, and auditing Bills of Materials within an MRP or ERP environment
Working knowledge of MRP systems and production build processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access
Experience with Product Data Management tools such as PTC Windchill preferred
Knowledge of reporting, data analysis, or systems such as SQL, Power BI, MAPICS, or AS400 preferred
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
Ability to work with domestic and international partners
Travel up to 15% as needed
This position is not eligible for sponsorship
Open to other US-based locations for internal candidates with travel to Ft. Pierce.
The starting pay range for Minnesota is $60,000 to $80,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.
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To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com (https://www.polaris.com/en-us/)
EEO Statement
Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com . To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) .
At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at
http://www.polaris.com/careers
