Boston Whaler - Laminator I

Brunswick Corp.•Edgewater, FL

48d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

A fiberglass laminator creates components for boats applying fiberglass to a mold. The fiberglass laminator ensures that all areas of the mold are covered in a sufficient amount of resin-saturated, fiberglass matting to provide the desired strength of the finished component, using a tool called a chop gun or hands to press the resin-saturated, fiberglass matting into the mold. Once the fiberglass is sprayed/laid onto the mold it is then pressed out to remove all of the air bubbles and air pockets from the fiberglass matting so that the mold can produce a solid sheet of fiberglass. When it is a 2-part mold, spacing blocks will need to be strategically placed and one mold will be inserted into the other. Mixing the resins and removing the cured product from the mold, are tasks to be included within this position. Boson Whaler employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of employment which include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, profit sharing, quarterly bonus program, a perfect attendance program, paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, and much more! Boston Whaler offers paid vacation time that is accrued over each bi-weekly paycheck plus 80 hours of paid holidays. We pride ourselves on growing our people potential and encourage career growth within our facilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1+ years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Basic computer knowledge
Ability to read/hear, interpret and/or understand instructions given verbally or written and exchange accurate information with others.
Proactive team player who is a self-starter with constant attention to improvement.
Must possess excellent reasoning skills including researching system discrepancies and kitting errors.
Must have basic reading comprehension and writing skills, be able to work from verbal and written instructions, be capable of working with computer terminals and be able to complete routine paperwork.
Ability to remain extremely focused and organized with a high-attention to detail / high degree of accuracy.
Able to work with multiple priorities and people.
This role will require a high level of energy, creative thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Proficient in MS office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
Familiarity with Materials Resources Planning (MRP) software and systems
Shop floor working environment.
Shop floor is non-climate controlled. Temperature fluctuates with outside environmental conditions, such as air temperature, radiant heat from sunlight, air movement, and humidity levels.
Frequent exposure to high-temperatures, including a hot and humid environment, especially during summer months.
Noise level is moderate with intervals of spikes
Required to wear safety glasses, Tyvex aprons, half mask respirator, and utilize other safety equipment and personal protect equipment (PPE) while present on the production/shop floor.
Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, resins, fiberglass dust & cloths, epoxy, composites, and other chemicals.
Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of times.
Ability to regularly bend, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, reach, climb, and lift or move up to 35 pounds.
Vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Nice To Haves

Marine experience preferred but not required
Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods

Responsibilities

Ensure required parts and raw materials are ready to run when they are scheduled
Arrange material in a certain order or pattern according to documentation using numbers, letters, words or pictures.
Spray fiberglass and/or lays sheets of fiberglass on part mold
Once the fiberglass is sprayed/laid onto the form, press the layers into place and use a roller to smooth out any wrinkles or voids.
Ability to use fiberglass chop guns
Use hands and arms as well as rollers in handling, installing, positioning, and to manipulate material.
Use mil gauge for gel coats and fiberglass to ensure the right amount of material is being applied
Ensure that material and storage, in area of assignment, appears clean and tidy.
Participate in continuous improvement and cost saving initiatives.
Participate in EH&S and Quality initiatives.
Ability to operate material handling equipment such as platform trucks, forklifts, aerial work platforms, pallet jacks, overhead hoist, etc.
Able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required which may include respirators, gloves, chemical resistance aprons, and chemical resistant suits.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
401(k)
tuition reimbursement
profit sharing
quarterly bonus program
a perfect attendance program
paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
paid vacation time that is accrued over each bi-weekly paycheck plus 80 hours of paid holidays