Lamination Technician - Whitmire

About the role

Lamination Technician may work in various areas of the lamination department including rolling, spraying, open lamination, gel coat sprayer, chop gun, prepping material, waxing, and sanding. The role involves preparing fiberglass for molding and strip creation. The technician works in the Lamination Department reporting to the Lamination Manager.

Responsibilities

• Follow proper lamination processes in procedures per SOP
• Mix catalysts into resins
• Saturate cloth and mats with mixtures using brushes
• Apply layers of plastic resin to mold surfaces prior to placement of fiberglass mats, repeating layers until desired thickness according to product standards and the plastics have jellied
• Select precut fiberglass strips and place onto prepared molds
• Pat, press layers of saturated mat, cloth, and pieces of fiberglass on molds using brushes or hands
• Smooth out wrinkles, air bubbles, or other imperfections with hands, rollers, or squeegees
• Maintain safety training as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity
• Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Safety-conscious with knowledge of workplace safety standards

Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry/move up to 50 lbs
• Frequent needs to: climb, crawl, push, pull, lift, stoop, crouch, kneel, speak, hear, visually inspect work, rotate arms at various angles, reach overhead, reach at or below shoulder level, perform gross and fine manipulation to operate hand and power tools
• Read levels, temperatures, and gauges
• Ability to work in confined spaces within boats, shells, hulls, and decks
• Work in an environment with exposure to noise (levels not requiring ear protection), chemicals, and dust
• Must be able to wear required PPE including respirators, gloves, eye protection, safety glasses, and steel-toe boots
• Seasonal temperatures may impact the work environment