R&D Mold Tech

Dougherty Manufacturing•Edgewater, FL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing a variety of activities as required by the customer and/or for production. Receives direction from both the Production Manager and Research and Development Supervisor to achieved the desire results as outlined by the customer, production, etc. The following are the duties and responsibilities of the Research and Development Assistant:

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
1 - 3 years of experience with gel coating and fiberglass experience
Knowledge of proper use of tools for the job, including sand papers, DAs, polishers, and measuring tools.
Experience working with wood, composites, FRP, fiberglass and plastics.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge with fiberglass and resin
Spray painting
Composites
Marine material knowledge
Marine experience

Responsibilities

Participates as an active member of the Product Development Team
Mold repair for hull molds, deck molds, liner molds and small part molds
Mold creation for hull molds, deck molds, liner molds and small part molds
Support production startup and product launch. Analyze and understand the positioning of the product and translate functional needs into specifications
Collaborate with various departments or individuals from other disciplines
Confers with leadership, engineering, production manager and other personnel regarding manufacturing capabilities, schedules and other considerations to facilitate production processes
Ensure activities are preformed safely and meet specific quality standards
Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency
Assist in trouble shooting materials related issues for existing or new products.
As required operate hand and power tools
Perform other duties as assigned by management, supervisors and/or management
Understand and comply with health, safety and regulatory requirements
Follow safety and health standards – use of dust masks gloves, eye protection and other protective equipment as required
Ability to work 8+ hour day shifts (standing, bending and reaching) and moderate lifting up to 50 lbs.