Employer: Scout Boats
Email Address: arichardson@scoutboats.com
Position Title: Laminator
Compensation/Rate: $18-$25
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY
The laminator works with a crew of other laminators to build fiberglass parts of the boat that may include the deck, hull, or small parts. Using a hand lay-up process to apply the skincoat and bulkcoat laminate, core materials, and final layer of laminate, the laminator builds any fiberglass part used in the process.
Teamwork is a large factor in the success of this process. Quality standards, cost budgets, scheduling, safety, and proper process control are the responsibilities of each member of the team.
The laminator is able to perform all the basic duties of the lamination process such as defect-free fiberglass roll out, laminate sanding prep, part inspection, defect removal, and startup and shutdown duties.
Follow the Teamleader's directions in coordinating people and work.
Perform startup and shutdown tasks quickly.
Look over all gel coated parts for a thin gel coat before laminating.
Prep the laminate by sanding burrs and lumps that prevent defect-free fiberglass roll out.
Be responsible for your own work so that it meets department standards for quality, cost control, scheduling, and proper procedures.
Inspect laminates to make sure all the material has been placed in proper locations. This includes all knit materials, cores, and whaleboard.
Keep flanges trimmed so that breakout will not have to fight rough edges when demolding parts.
Follow all procedures that are put in place...
Follow all safety guidelines.
Help control consumable usage as well as raw material usage.
Keep all fiberglass off the floors and keep work area clean and organized at all times.
Keep tools and equipment (Resin Guns) clean and in proper working condition.
Be able to work overtime if asked to do so.
SKILLS
Must be able to use the basic tools applicable to the job.
Be able to work with people as a team to accomplish department goals.
Be able to roll out fiberglass without laminate defects such as air bubbles and resin-rich areas.
Be able to inspect parts for gel coat and laminate defects to ensure high-quality standards before each phase of the lamination process.
Be able to grind out laminate defects without damage to the gel coat or the mold.
Understands laminate related materials, methods, and practices used in the department.
Has knowledge of proper handling and mixing gel coats, resins, and catalysts.
Understands fully the handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals and emergency procedures.
Be able to adapt to changes in production operations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Good physical condition. No limiting factors that prevent free movement of all body parts or balance.
Good eyesight.
Not allergic to fiberglass related materials or chemicals.