Pontoon Boat Manufacturer Crest Marine to Host On-Site Job Fair on April 9; Many Different Career Opportunities Available

March 30, 2016

Owosso – Crest Marine, a manufacturer of Crest pontoon boats, announces that it will be hosting a job fair on Saturday, April 9th from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm at its headquarters, 2710 M-52, Owosso. The company, which has been in operation since 1957, is experiencing rapid business growth. They currently have over 200 employees, with plans to produce over 2,000 boats this year. Crest recently received multiple awards from Pontoon & Deck Boat magazine for their boat quality, and was recognized as the Outstanding Large Business of the Year by the Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce. Crest is hiring for many different types of positions, and is specifically looking for individuals that have experience with:
  • Accounting
  • Assembly
  • Auto Repair
  • CNC
  • Construction
  • Customer Service
  • Electrical
  • General Labor
  • Information Technology
  • Maintenance
  • Powder Coating & Sandblasting
  • Purchasing
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Sewing
  • Truck Driving
  • Welding
“Our commitment to excellence starts with our people – always has, always will. We encourage anyone looking for a new career opportunity in any of these fields to stop by on April 9th and learn why Crest is a great place to work,” said Director of Human Resources Paula Montayne. Job fair attendees will be able to meet with company leadership, tour the facility, and apply on site (please bring a resume and dress appropriately - welders should bring their own helmet for testing). “Every type of job seeker is welcome to participate, including those who are unemployed, already working but looking for something better, commuting outside of the county now but wanting something closer to home, or even seeking to relocate here. There is something for everyone!” said Justin Horvath, President/CEO of the Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership, which is helping to coordinate the event. For more information on working at Crest Marine, you may visit www.crestpontoonboats.com/careers.