Boston Whaler - Laminator I

As part of the talented Boston Whaler team, 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.

Responsibilities

Ensure required parts and raw materials are ready to run when scheduled; Arrange material in a certain order or pattern according to documentation; Spray fiberglass and/or lay sheets of fiberglass on part mold; Press layers into place and use a roller to smooth out wrinkles or voids; Use fiberglass chop guns; Use hands and arms as well as rollers in handling, installing, positioning, and manipulating material; Use mil gauge for gel coats and fiberglass to ensure the right amount of material is being applied; Ensure 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; Operate material handling equipment such as platform trucks, forklifts, aerial work platforms, pallet jacks, overhead hoist, etc.; Mix resins and remove cured product from mold; Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required

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; Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States; Able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required which may include respirators, gloves, chemical resistance aprons, and chemical resistant suits

Nice to have

Proactive team player who is a self-starter with constant attention to improvement; Excellent reasoning skills including researching system discrepancies and kitting errors; Basic reading comprehension and writing skills; Ability to remain extremely focused and organized with high attention to detail and accuracy; Ability to work with multiple priorities and people; 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; Marine experience preferred but not required; Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods

Benefits

Eligible for benefits on first day of employment; Medical; Dental; Vision; 401(k) with up to 4% match; Tuition reimbursement; Profit sharing; Quarterly bonus program; Perfect attendance program; Paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents; Paid vacation time accrued bi-weekly; 80 hours of paid holidays; Health Savings Account with company contribution; Wellbeing program; Product purchase discounts