Gelcoat Technician - Sprayer

Bass Pro Shops•Clinton, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gelcoat A position applies gel coat to production hull and deck molds, liners, and small parts by using hand operated spray equipment. This is a 2nd shift position with hours from 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm, and includes a shift differential of $2.00 per hour. The shift is Sunday through Thursday.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Various pistol grip type spray guns
Hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers and utility knives
Spray pump systems
Ability to identity colors and shades
Help push molds into booth
Availability to withstand high heat and humidity
Detailed manipulation of hands and fingers
Ability to pass a respirator test and wear
Wear PPE such as safety glasses with side shields, Tyvek suit
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)

Responsibilities

Performs pre-spray check of spray equipment and material to ensure proper operation and appropriate color.
Performs final cleaning of mold surfaces with a tack cloth.
Operates spray gun to apply various coats of gel coat to the molds.
Applies specific amounts of gel coat and measures with a mil gauge.
Ensures specifications as to percentage of coverage of gelcoat are met and checked visually.
Performs daily cleaning and minor maintenance routines on the spray guns.
Maintains clean, safe, and hazard free work area.
Performs all other duties as assigned.