Cobalt Boats Lamination Technician

Malibu Boats; Lenoir City (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Malibu Boats in United States (Tennessee) is seeking a Lamination Technician to apply fiberglass and resin to gel coated molds in the Lamination Department. You will move parts, prep, select materials, and use hand tools to roll laminate, ensuring air bubbles are removed and thickness meets specs.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to process standards, and teamwork in a fast-paced factory environment. Typical 10-hour shifts with overtime and physical demands are noted in the job description.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Good reading and math skills required.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Move parts into position in the Lamination Department.
• Prep parts according to Cobalt standards.
• Select fiberglass material per part model and roll laminate to remove air bubbles.
• Trim excess material from molds with cutting tools.
• Mix catalyst into resin following safety procedures.
• Cut fiberglass mat from spool as needed.
• Use mill gauge to measure material thickness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Dependability

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Mathematical ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Lamination Technician

Department: Lamination

Reports To: Department Supervisor

FLSA Status: Hourly

Summary: Applies fiberglass and resin to gel coated molds by performing the following duties

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Move parts into position into the Lamination Department.
• Prep parts in accordance with Cobalt standards.
• Select appropriate fiberglass material according to part model. Roll out laminate eliminating air bubbles using specific hand tools, rollers, etc.
• Trim excess material from mold using cutting tool.
• Mix catalyst into resin using proper handling procedures.
• Cut fiberglass mat from spool as needed using scissors.
• Use mill gage to accurately determine material thickness.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, on 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 accommodations 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); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.

Mathematical Skills

General math skills required.

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

• Sits 0 hours
• Stands 9 hours
• Walks 1 hours
• Drives 0 hours

Use the drop down boxes to select the appropriate response to each area. Continuous/C = 67-100%, Frequent/F = 33-66%, Occasional/O = 33%, None/N

Employee Lifts and/or Carries

Employee Lifts and/or Carries: type amount of weight in each area
Maximum: 50(lbs) Frequently: 10-20 (lbs) Occasional: 50 (lbs)

Employee Uses Hands For Repetitive Activities

• Simple Grasping: Right, Constant Left, Occasional b. Pushing/Pulling: Right, Frequent Left, Frequent
• Fine Manipulation: Right, Occasional Left, Occasional

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities:

a. Right: None Left: None

Employee is required to perform these activities

a. Bending At Waist: Frequent

• Squatting: Occasional
• Climbing Ladders, Stairs: Occasional d. Kneeling On Ground: Occasional e. Reaching Above Shoulder: Occasional

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (ie; heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Safety glasses always required

Chemical resistant gloves required when handling chemicals

Typical 10-hour workdays, frequent overtime required.

Annual Pulmonary Function Testing

Medical Clearance to wear a Respirator Annual Fit Testing – Testing of the Respirator to ensure it fits safety and securely.

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.