Gel Coater - 3AM-11:30AM

Dougherty Manufacturing•Edgewater, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Gel Coat Sprayer is responsible for performing gel coating of boat hulls, boat deck molds, and small parts according to production specifications and the production schedule. This role ensures that color, finish, and thicknesses are adhered to, and involves operating and maintaining gel coating equipment. The position requires knowledge of chemicals used in the process and maintaining a clean and safe work area.

Requirements

Basic mathematical skills
Meeting production schedules
Knowing chemicals, their dangers, safety procedures, mixing procedures and time limits
Ability to work both independently and as a team member
Follow safety and health standards – use of protective equipment as required
Ability to work 8+ hour day shifts (sitting, standing, bending and reaching) and moderate lifting up to 50 lbs
Understand and comply with health, safety and regulatory requirements
Must be able to speak, read, and write English
Perform other duties as assigned by management, supervisors and/or management.
High School Diploma or equivalent
2 - 5 years of experience with gel coating and fiberglass experience

Nice To Haves

Prefer knowledge with fiberglass and resin
Prefer knowledge with spray painting
Prefer knowledge with composites
Prefer marine material knowledge
Prefer marine experience

Responsibilities

Making sure that molds are clean with no contaminates before spraying
Setting up, operating and shutting down gel coat guns and pumps
Spraying gel coat in an even and correct thickness
Perform two toning on parts when required
Performing preventative maintenance on equipment
Reading spray schedules and work orders
Perform gel coating of boat hulls, boat deck molds, and small parts according to production specifications and production schedule, ensuring color, finish and thicknesses are adhered to
Responsible for moving molds utilizing forklift
Knowledge of chemistry, catalysts, resins and other chemicals used in process
Clean, maintain, and test gel coating equipment to ensure it operates as required
Maintain a clean and environmentally safe work area
Ensure high quality of all work done
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Flexible schedule; night and/or early morning shifts
Performs housekeeping and other job-related duties assigned by supervisor
All other duties required by the Lamination Manager and the Plant Manager