Gel Coat Repair and Detail - Mako Boats

Bass Pro Shops•New Bern, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gel Coat Repair and Detail position is responsible for the touch-up and repair of imperfections, scratches, and cracks in the surface gel coat of boats before they reach the assembly department. This role involves identifying defects, preparing areas for repair, applying gel coat, and finishing the repaired sections to ensure quality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Ability to distinguish colors
Depth perception
Ability to operate hand and air tools
Ability to hand sand
Light lifting, under 20 lbs.
Light carrying, under 20 lbs.
Moderate lifting, 21-59 lbs.
Moderate carrying, 21 – 59 lbs.
Straight pulling
Pushing
Repeated bending
Reaching over shoulders
Use of fingers
Walking
Standing
Kneeling
Repeated stretching
Specific visual requirements
Ability to distinguish basic colors
Ability to distinguish shades of color
Hearing (aid permitted)
Pushing and pulling molds
Repeated bending and stretching
Detailed manipulation with fingers and hands

Responsibilities

Performs touch up or repairs defects in surface gel coat, determined by Auditor. Depending on the type of flaw such as cracks, scratches, pre-release, orange peel, or drill spots, a specified repair procedure is required.
Combines appropriate amounts of gel coat and catalyst in a small container for use during the patching process.
Prepares flawed areas for patching by using Dremel tools and sanding equipment.
Applies a specified amount of catalyzed gel coat to the repair by use of a spray gun or by blading a patch.
Sands, buffs, and polishes the repaired area after the patch or sprayed gel coat has cured.
Participates in the detail audit to ensure quality of the boat and/or the repairs.
Maintains a safe, clean and hazard free work area.
ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED