Gelcoat Technician - Sprayer

Bass Pro Shops•Clinton, MO

10d

About The Position

The Gelcoat Technician applies gel coat to production hull and deck molds, liners, and small parts using hand-operated spray equipment. The role is a second-shift position, scheduled Sunday through Thursday from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with a $2.00-per-hour shift differential. The technician checks spray equipment and materials before spraying, cleans mold surfaces, applies measured coats of gel coat, and performs routine cleaning and minor maintenance of spray guns. The position requires maintaining a clean, safe, hazard-free work area and performing other duties as assigned. Work is performed under general supervision using established procedures, with occasional independent judgment to complete assignments and recommendations for work procedures, policies, and practices. The work environment may include indoor and outdoor areas, extreme heat and humidity, intermittent extreme noise, dust, fumes, smoke or gases, solvents, and slippery or uneven walking surfaces. The role involves physical activities including pushing molds, light and moderate lifting and carrying, pulling, bending, reaching, stretching, walking, standing, and kneeling. Employees must be able to wear required PPE and pass a respirator test.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to use various pistol-grip spray guns, hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and utility knives, and spray pump systems.
Ability to identify colors and shades.
Ability to pass a respirator test and wear a respirator and required personal protective equipment.
Ability to withstand high heat and humidity.
Ability to perform detailed manipulation of hands and fingers.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including light lifting and carrying under 20 pounds and moderate lifting and carrying of 21–59 pounds.
Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades and meet specific visual requirements.
Hearing ability; hearing aids are permitted.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-spray checks of spray equipment and materials to ensure proper operation and appropriate color.
Clean mold surfaces with a tack cloth before spraying.
Operate spray equipment to apply various coats of gel coat to molds.
Apply specified amounts of gel coat and measure them with a mil gauge.
Visually check that gel coat coverage meets specifications.
Clean spray guns daily and perform minor maintenance routines.
Maintain a clean, safe, and hazard-free work area.
Push molds into the booth.
Perform other duties as assigned.