Fiberglass Lamination Specialist

ADP, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Optional life and disability insurance

Job summary

Explore Industries is seeking a Fiberglass Lamination Specialist to join our Knoxville, TN team. In this hands-on role, you will laminate fiberglass onto molds to create high-quality pool and spa shells, handling resins and gelcoat with safety and precision.

You will work with a collaborative team, emphasize quality and safety, and cross-train in related areas as needed to support production goals and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in fiberglass lamination or similar manufacturing setting.
• Ability to pass a pulmonary function evaluation and wear a respirator.
• Knowledge of resin, fiberglass, catalyst, gelcoat and related materials.
• Effective communication within a team.
• Punctuality and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Layer fiberglass onto molds to build pool and spa shells.
• Apply resin and fiberglass materials for strong laminates.
• Roll out air and smooth laminate for quality finish.
• Identify and address quality concerns during lamination.
• Collaborate with team and cross-train in other areas.
• Handle chemicals safely and dispose of waste properly.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area after each shift.
• Support production goals with reliability and safety.

Skills

Safety focus

Teamwork

Cross-training

Attention to detail

Job description

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Fiberglass Lamination Specialist

Full Time Manual Labor Knoxville, TN, US

Salary Range: $17.50 To $18.25 Hourly

Fiberglass Lamination Specialist

Location: Knoxville, TN - Manufacturing and Distribution Island Campus (2901 Leisure Island Way, Knoxville, TN 37914)

Join the Explore Industries Team!

At Explore Industries, we’re more than just a leader in fiberglass swimming pool design and manufacturing—we’re a family dedicated to respect, integrity, and innovation. We believe in empowering every employee to bring their unique ideas to the table and making a positive impact on people’s lives by delivering backyard joy to families across the country.

We are looking for a Fiberglass Lamination Specialist to join our team at our Marion, South Carolina Manufacturing Center. In this hands‑on role, you’ll play a key part in building high‑quality fiberglass pools and spas by layering fiberglass onto molds—helping create the world‑class products that bring lasting joy to families.

About the Role

As a Fiberglass Lamination Specialist, you’ll work as part of a collaborative team to layer (laminate) fiberglass onto molds. You’ll apply fiberglass and resin to build strong, high‑quality pool and spa shells, rolling out air bubbles and smoothing the laminate to ensure a quality finish. This position requires teamwork, attention to quality, and a commitment to safety while working with resins, gelcoat, and related materials.

What You’ll Do

• Layer (laminate) fiberglass onto molds to build pool and spa shells
• Apply resin and fiberglass materials to create strong, durable laminates
• Roll out entrapped air and smooth the glass and resin mixture for a quality finish
• Proactively identify and address quality concerns during the lamination process
• Work collaboratively with team members and cross‑train in other areas of the department as needed
• Handle chemicals (resin, glass, catalyst, gelcoat) safely and dispose of waste properly
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area after each shift
• Support overall production goals with punctuality, dependability, and a strong safety focus

What We’re Looking For

Education and Experience

• Experience working with fiberglass lamination or in a similar manufacturing/industry environment (preferred)
• Ability to pass a pulmonary function evaluation and wear a respirator
• Knowledge of chemical handling, resin, glass, catalyst, gelcoat, and related materials
• Experience communicating effectively in a team environment
• Punctuality, dependability, and strong attention to detail

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong safety focus and attention to detail
• Flexibility and willingness to cross‑train within the department and help in other areas
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Commitment to quality craftsmanship and providing great products that create lasting memories for families

Why Explore Industries?

Compensation

• Hourly Range: $17.50 – $18.25, depending on experience, with regular compensation increases and performance-based raises (up to 25% in the first year) as job-related skills are developed.
• Actual compensation will be based on experience and current job-related skills.

Benefits & Additional Compensation

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Optional life and disability insurance
• Potential access to other incentives or compensation programs based on role and company policy.

Ready to dive in? If you’re a detail-oriented team player with experience in fiberglass lamination (or a similar field) who enjoys hands‑on work and contributing to quality craftsmanship, this is a great opportunity to grow your skills while helping deliver backyard joy to families across the country!

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.