Gel Coater (Nights)

Brunswick Boat Group•Vonore, TN

About The Position

The Gel Coater applies gelcoat to boat molds, hulls, decks, and molded components to create a high-quality, durable, and visually consistent finish. This role supports boat manufacturing by preparing surfaces, mixing and catalyzing gelcoat materials, applying coatings with spray equipment, and inspecting finished surfaces against cosmetic and quality standards. The Gel Coater works with lamination and finishing teams and follows established safety, environmental, and quality procedures. The position involves preparing molds and surfaces, applying and monitoring gelcoat through curing, inspecting and correcting minor defects, maintaining equipment and work areas, and moving molds, materials, and finished components within the facility. The role is based in a manufacturing environment and requires following PPE and safety procedures. The anticipated hiring range is $24.15 to $27.05 per hour; actual pay depends on job-related knowledge and skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to measure, mix, and apply gelcoat materials according to written work instructions and specifications.
Ability to operate spray equipment, hand tools, and finishing tools used in gelcoat or fiberglass manufacturing.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures.
Ability to visually inspect gelcoated surfaces and identify common defects or inconsistencies.
Ability to work safely with chemicals, resins, catalysts, and solvents while following PPE and safety requirements.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing for extended periods and exposure to noise, dust, and fumes.
Willingness to work scheduled hours, including overtime as required to meet production demands.
Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and gloves where designated.
Understanding of basic terminology such as OSHA, DEP, and other regulatory agencies.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in gelcoat application, fiberglass manufacturing, composites, painting, or marine production.
Experience applying gelcoat with spray guns in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Familiarity with mold preparation, masking techniques, and surface preparation processes.
Basic understanding of gelcoat curing characteristics and common surface defects.
Experience in a boat, marine, or fiberglass manufacturing environment.
Prior experience in a team-based production setting with quality and productivity standards.

Responsibilities

Prepare molds and surfaces for gelcoat application by cleaning, masking, inspecting, and verifying readiness.
Measure, mix, and catalyze gelcoat materials according to specifications, work instructions, and environmental conditions.
Apply gelcoat to molds, hulls, decks, and molded components using spray equipment to achieve specified thickness, coverage, and finish quality.
Monitor application and curing to identify and prevent defects such as runs, fisheyes, orange peel, or uneven coverage.
Visually inspect gelcoated surfaces and perform minor touch-ups or corrections to meet quality and cosmetic standards.
Operate, clean, and maintain gelcoat spray equipment, tools, and work areas.
Safely operate forklifts and/or tugger vehicles to transport, stage, load, and unload molds, materials, and finished components within the facility.
Maintain cleanliness, comply with PPE and safety policies, demonstrate safe behaviors, and promptly report hazards to a supervisor.