Laminator / GRP / Composite Lamination

AWD online; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Plymouth is seeking a Skilled Boat Building Laminator to join their dynamic team. The role involves hands-on experience in composite lamination, manufacturing high-quality boat components, and adhering to safety and quality standards. Candidates should have the ability to read technical drawings and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D drawings.
• Extensive knowledge of laminating manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture GRP components using wet lay-up/infusion.
• Prepare and apply gel coat and fiberglass materials.
• Conduct air checks on fiberglass lay-ups.

Skills

Composite lamination processes

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Hand and air power tools

Job description

Skilled Boat Building Laminator with previous hands-on experience in composite lamination processes, strong understanding of materials, tools and techniques used in boat construction and the ability to read 2D and 3D orthographic drawings, is required for a well-established company based in Plymouth, Devon, South West England.

Join a dynamic team and play a pivotal role in the construction of high-quality boats!

SALARY: £14.38 - £15.46 per hour (plus opportunities for overtime at enhanced rates)

LOCATION: Plymouth, Devon (PL1) – Fully Site-Based

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Day Shift (over 4 days),38 hours, Monday to Thursday 07:00 – 17:00

** Multiple Positions Available **

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic job opportunity for a Skilled Boat Building Laminator with previous hands-on experience in composite lamination processes, strong understanding of materials, tools and techniques used in boat construction and the ability to read 2D and 3D orthographic drawings.

As a Skilled Boat Building Laminator you will manufacture GRP components using wet lay-up / infusion techniques.

The Skilled Boat Building Laminator will be responsible for laying up fiberglass and other composite materials in mould tools to create high-quality boat hulls and components that meet the company’s high performance and quality standards.

DUTIES

Your duties and responsibilities as the Skilled Boat Building Laminator will include:

• Prepare moulds e.g., hulls, decks, trays and canopies and small moulds prior to applying gel coat

• Work with a range of chemicals including resins and hardeners

• Calculate ratios, measuring and mixing products in line with company standards

• Apply gel coat, fibre glass / carbon mat and resin to moulds using open and closed moulding techniques

• Install basic structural components as required according to drawings

• Safely release mould tools

• Complex secondary bonding / structural bonding techniques

• Resin infusion - ability to apply dry lay-up, consumables and infusion bag

• Complete infusion shooting via buckets and Ciject Zero machines

• Conduct air checks on fibre glass lay-ups and gel coat thickness checks during production

• Ensure work is completed to company quality standards and within project deadlines

• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment, adhering to 5S

• Follow all health and safety regulations and wear appropriate PPE

• Support less experienced operatives / apprentices

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient workflow and project completion

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in a similar role

• Ability to complete tasks with minimal support

• Strong knowledge of laminating manufacturing methods, including open and closed moulding production techniques

• Extensive range of experience of hand and air power tools

• Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D orthographic drawings

• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work

• Team player, ready to adapt to any production line and transfer skill set depending on business requirements

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13462

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