Fiberglass Plug & Mold Specialist

Explore Industries; Knoxville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Raises up to 25%

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401k with match

Life and Disability Insurance

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Explore Industries is seeking a Fiberglass Plug & Mold Specialist in Knoxville, TN. The role involves building and finishing plugs, creating fiberglass molds with resin and a chopper gun, and inspecting/repairing molds to ensure high quality finishes.

Candidates should have hands‑on fabrication experience, strong measuring skills, and the stamina to work across plug & mold duties in a production setting. Company offers a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience with fiberglass, molds, bodywork, construction or similar hands‑on work; willingness to train the right person.
• Strong understanding of measuring, layout, and fabrication techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality work.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and fabrication equipment.
• Physical ability to lift materials, stand for long periods, bend, climb and work on large projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and finish swimming pool plugs to be straight, level and dimensionally accurate.
• Build production molds using fiberglass, resin, and a chopper gun.
• Inspect and repair molds by grinding and fiber-glassing cracks or damaged areas.
• Apply spray, sand, and buff repaired areas for a smooth finish.
• Maintain quality standards to ensure high‑quality molds.
• Work across plug & mold departments as production needs fluctuate.

Skills

Fiberglass & molds

Bodywork & construction

Measuring & layout

Attention to detail

Safe use of tools

Physical stamina

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring devices

Fabrication equipment

Job description

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Fiberglass Plug & Mold Specialist

Full Time Knoxville, TN, Knoxville, TN, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1293

Fiberglass Plug & Mold Specialist

Welcome to Explore Industries.

At Explore Industries, we take pride in fostering a workplace culture defined by respect, integrity, and innovation. As a global leader in fiberglass swimming pool design and manufacturing, we’re passionate about delivering products and services that set the standard for excellence and reliability. But our commitment doesn’t stop with our customers; it extends to our people. We believe in fostering an environment where every employee is empowered to contribute their unique ideas, develop their skills, and grow into leaders who inspire others. At Explore Industries, we don’t just build pools; we build careers, innovation, and leaders for tomorrow

Position: Fiberglass Plug & Mold Specialist

Location: Knoxville, TN 37914

Role Overview:

We are looking for a dependable, hands-on FiberglassPlug & Mold Specialist responsible for building, finishing, maintaining, and repairing swimming pool plugs and production molds. This role requires attention to detail, craftsmanship, and the ability to work accurately from drawings, measurements, and specifications. Responsibilities include constructing and finishing plugs, building fiberglass molds using resin and a chopper gun, and inspecting and repairing molds as needed. Mold repair may include grinding cracks or damaged areas, applying fiberglass and resin, removing excess material, applying spray, sanding, smoothing, and buffing repaired areas. The technician may move between plug building and mold shop duties based on production needs and seasonal workload. The quality and precision of this work directly impacts the appearance, consistency, and quality of the finished swimming pools.

What you'll do

• Build and finish swimming pool plugs to ensure they are straight, level, symmetrical, and dimensionally accurate
• Build production molds using fiberglass, resin, and a chopper gun.
• Inspect and repair molds by grinding and fiber-glassing cracks or damaged areas.
• Apply spray, sand, and buff repaired areas to achieve a smooth finish.
• Maintain quality standards to ensure mold produce high-quality swimming pools.
• Work in different areas of the Plug & Mold department based on production needs.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience with fiberglass, molds, bodywork, construction, or similar hands-on work is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person.
• Strong understanding of measuring, layout, and fabrication techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and fabrication equipment.
• Physical ability to lift materials, stand for extended periods, bend, climb, and work on large-scale projects.

Why Join Us??

• Competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits package:
  • Starting at $18.50+, depending on your experience, with plenty of room to grow!
  • We review performance throughout your first year, offering raises up to 25% based on your achievements.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions are valued.
• Generous Paid Time-Off Package
• Paid Holidays
• 401k with match
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Ready to Dive In?

Are you excited about joining a team where your contributions make a real difference? Explore the possibilities with Explore Industries and be a part of our mission to deliver happiness and create lifetime memories for families and friends.

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.