Fiberglass Chop Gun Operator I

NWPX Infrastructure•Orem, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of this position are to prepare molds, mix resins and gelcoats and operate Chopper Gun/Gelcoat Spray Equipment to apply chop/resin combinations or gelcoat to specific thicknesses and tolerances. The work must be completed according to a master scheduling program, meet all Quality Assurance standards, and be performed safely with limited supervision. The position requires the ability to address process problems as they arise, maintain, clean and troubleshoot the equipment, and participate in laminating as required.

Requirements

Safe handling and mixing of two-part resin.
Operate a pneumatic hybrid resin pumping system with chopper applicator.
Operate a Graco hydraulic reactor spray gun.
Must wear protective equipment including respirator, paper body suit, gloves, masks, eyewear and ear plugs as required.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, managers, and co-workers.
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
Ability to make independent judgments which have moderate impacts on the organization.
One – 2 Years of using the referenced products and procedures with Fiberglass.
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move or hold objects.
Chopper gun above head and as low as the wrist for fifteen (15) minute intervals.
Must be capable of pulling 100 lb.
The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e, custodial, food services, general labor, etc) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e, Security guard, inspection, etc.).
The worker is required to have close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).
The worker is required to have distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).
The worker is required to have peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point).
The worker is required to have depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).
The worker is required to have the ability to adjust visual focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).
The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
The worker is subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.
The worker is required to wear a respirator.
The worker frequently is in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, man, holes, small, enclosed, rooms, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas which could cause claustrophobia.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED would be preferred

Responsibilities

Operator sets molds into spray booth area.
Operator then proceeds to shoot laminate material evenly and thoroughly on the formed mold.
Operator must exert great care in this process to make sure laminate thickness is even on every portion of the mold.
Operator must follow posted click count cards to ensure proper fiberglass quantity.
When this process is completed, Operator must assist rollers by manually rolling the laminate material just applied, ensuring there are no air pockets between laminate and skin, and to provide proper mixing of catalyst and resin.
When this is completed, Operator then starts the process over with a new mold.
Between molds, operator must maintain and clean chop gun.
Must maintain proper working condition of the chopper gun and related equipment.
Position involves small amounts of paperwork/inventory as required.
Must maintain daily cleanliness of work area and department and may be required to work in different areas not related to present position.
Must maintain daily cleanliness of department.
Ability to work in all environments both outdoors and non-temperature-controlled manufacturing facilities and/or warehouses.
Must be able to work in a facility that manufactures and/or works with various chemicals and materials such as fiberglass, resin, plastic, dust, glue, primer, foam, etc.
Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position.