PB Gel Coater - TDC

Malibu Boats, Inc. · Fort Pierce, FL · 1 wk ago

OTHRInternship

Successfully spray prepared plugs and master patterns for the plug/master prep and mold lamination teams while maintaining schedule and quality.

Conduct daily tests for equipment calibration and operation.
Tape and prepare plugs and master patterns for spraying.
Ensure plugs and masters are clean with no contaminants before spraying.
Set up, operate, and shut down gelcoat/high-build guns and pumps; clean spray guns.
Spray gelcoat in an even mil thickness, adhering to each part’s mil requirements.
Maintain all booths and equipment clean, neat, and organized at all times.
Conduct daily routine maintenance of booths and equipment.
Record material date and batch numbers.
Ensure all operations are performed safely.
Store all materials safely at the end of the day.
Conduct operations using TDC mold fabrication approved processes (ISPC).
Provide for continuous improvement and a zero recordable safety environment.
Adhere to procedures and processes to maintain quality standards.
Maintain schedule to meet key milestones.
Understand environmental compliance related to chemical handling, usage, labeling, storage, and disposal.
Support continuous improvement using Safety system, Kaizen, CAR system, and other problem-solving techniques.
Maintain equipment and workplace organization using the 5S methodology.
Identify problems (e.g., material shortages, employee relations issues) and communicate them to the group leader when additional assistance is needed.

Fully understand gelcoat/high-build component coating equipment maintenance and use.
Spray booth operation and maintenance.
Use of quality assurance equipment (e.g., mil gauge).
Composite fabrication.
Spot repair techniques.
General knowledge and understanding of required power tools.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to understand and execute top quality work.
Must be able to pass drug/alcohol screening contingent to the hiring process.
Job requires standing and working in and around boats/molds throughout the entire day.
Must work efficiently and in the safest manner possible, following all safety regulations at all times.

Stands: 5 hours
Walks: 3 hours
Sits: 2 hours
Lifting/Carrying: Maximum 50 lbs, Frequently 15 lbs, Occasionally 30 lbs
Repetitive hand activities: Simple grasping, pushing/pulling, and fine manipulation (right and left, constant).
Repetitive foot activities: Right and left (occasional).
Bending at waist: Constant
Squatting: Constant
Climbing ladders/stairs: Constant
Kneeling on ground: Constant
Reaching above shoulder: Constant

Exposure to ambient cold and heat temperatures.
Very dusty environment with airborne particulates from cutting, drilling, and grinding.
Exposure to extremely sharp tooling used for cutting fiberglass.
Typical 10-hour workday.
Typical 4- or 5-day work week schedule; overtime is occasional to frequent.
Required to work indoors and outdoors, year-round and in all weather conditions.
May be required to work during production shutdowns or other “off-schedule” periods.
Safety glasses required while in production areas; other PPE may be required based on specific projects.

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