Gelcoat Technician

Position Summary:

The Gelcoat Technician is responsible for applying gel coat to the mold using an atomized spray gun process system.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Read work orders and maintain paperwork/logs of work performed.
• Apply gel coat on hull and deck parts based on production order specifications.
• Selects appropriate gel color, adding catalyst as needed.
• Must possess the ability to use proper spray equipment to apply gelcoat using appropriate settings, valves, and nozzles.
• Must possess a general understanding of the concepts of air-assisted equipment as they relate to gel-coat application.
• Assist in manually moving molds into/out of the gel-coat booths
• Maintain gel coat equipment as specified by leadership.
• Must practice good housekeeping by keeping work areas clean at all times.
• Ability to perform job functions safely and effectively in a fast-paced environment while wearing all required PPE and following safety policy and hazardous material guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or general education degree (GED). A minimum of one years’ experience with mil gauges. Prior gel coat and/or autobody experience preferred.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Constant/C = 67-100%, Frequent/F = 33-66%, Occasional/O = 33%, None/N

1. Sits                 0 hours
2. Stands          8 hours
3. Walks            2 hours
4. Drives           0 hours

Employee Lifts and/or Carries: 

Maximum: 50 (lbs.)                         Frequently: 25 (lbs.)                        Occasionally: 40 (lbs.)

Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities: 

1. Simple Grasping:      Right, Constant                 Left, Constant
2. Pushing/Pulling:       Right, Constant                 Left, Constant
3. Fine Manipulation:  Right, Constant                 Left, Constant

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities: 

1. Right: None                                Left: None

Employee is required to perform these activities: 

1. Bending at Waist:                     Frequent
2. Squatting:                                   Frequent
3. Climbing Ladders, Stairs:       Occasional
4. Kneeling on Ground:              Occasional
5. Reaching Above Shoulder:   Frequent

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (i.e., heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise; resin; dusty environment). PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Safety glasses must be always worn.

PPE: Safety glasses, Respirator protection, Tyvex covering, Chemical resistant gloves

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Motivation: Measures self against standard of excellence.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability: Takes responsibility for own actions.

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