Experienced Boat Builders and Fiberglass Laminators

Summary

The Laminator is responsible for the lamination of fiberglass material. This position involves, but is not limited to: sanding, grinding, structural glassing, flat table preparation and layout, fiberglassing, and fitting of parts and components.

Processes and methods used are principally closed molding, with occasional open molding.

The Laminator will work independently and with other team members and report directly to the FRP Fabrication Lead.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Inspect, clean, and assemble molds prior to start of work
· Prep molds, sand, grind, and prep surfaces prior to lay-up of fiberglass
· Select fiberglass, mat, cloth in accordance with lay-up schedules
· Lay-up, fabricate, fit and install fiberglass components
· Remove components from molds
· Sand, grind, and prep surfaces for the next phase of construction

· When open molding is used, mix catalyst into resin and saturate fiberglass material with the mixture using brush or roller

· Perform daily housekeeping to keep the work area clean

· Follow all company safety policies and act in compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to the handling of hazardous materials

· Perform other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate by management

Required Education, Skill, & Experience

· High School education or above preferred

· Previous experience in working with fiberglass products a plus

· Ability to work with hand tools

· Ability to communicate (speaking, reading, writing) effectively with others in English

· Regular punctual attendance is required

· Wearing appropriate clothing (long pants or coveralls and long-sleeved shirts)

· Willingness to work under pressure to meet deadlines

· Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision

· Ability and willingness to learn about fiberglass processes through training and on-going personal study

Preferred Requirements

· Able to pass an online respirator medical evaluation

· Bi-Lingual a plus

Physical Requirements

Most of the time will be spent in a factory setting while standing, kneeling, stooping, and stretching (usual demands of the job). Some lifting and moving of heavy manufactured parts. Must have good eyesight, normal hand-eye coordination, fair mental capacity, and the ability to communicate with others.

Exposure to, and the use of chemicals for fiberglass processes, which can be personally hazardous. Proper handling and use of correct PPE is required.

*** PPE and appropriate training is provided for all employees. ***

Work Environment

Tasks are performed in a ground-floor manufacturing facility. The work area is indoor, lighted, and heated, but not air-conditioned.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Experience:

• fiberglassing: 1 year (Required)
• lamination: 1 year (Required)

Location:

• Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person