Lamination Technician - Whitmire

Key Responsibilities

• Follow proper lamination processes in procedures per SOP
• Mix catalysts into resins
• Saturate cloth and mats with mixtures with the use of 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 jelled
• Select precut fiberglass strips and place onto prepared molds
• Pat, press layers of saturated mat, cloth, 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

Physical 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, crawl, speak, hear, visually inspect work, rotate arms at various angles, reach overhead, reach at or below shoulder level, gross, fine manipulation to operate hand and power tools, etc.
• 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 at levels not requiring ear protection, chemicals, and dust. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, gloves, and eye protection
• Must be able to wear required PPE including safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and respirators as required
• Seasonal Temperatures may impact work environment