Fiberglass Technician

Bethyl Laboratories, Inc; Slaughter (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Matching Plan

Job summary

Bethyl Laboratories, Inc. in Louisiana is seeking a motivated Fiberglass Technician to fabricate, repair, and maintain fiberglass components for our water transportation equipment.

You will follow safety regulations (OSHA) and work with a team to ensure quality and compliance. Full-time employees enjoy benefits after 30 days: health, dental, vision, life and AD&D, disability coverage, FSA, PTO, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency reading a tape measure and blueprints.
• Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and deliver consistent work.

Responsibilities

• Laminate layers of fiberglass on molds to create products.
• Use pneumatic spray guns to apply chopped fiberglass, resins and catalysts.
• Select and cut fiberglass mats, cloth, and wood‑bracing materials per specs.
• Mix catalysts with resins and apply multiple layers to mold surfaces to achieve desired thickness.
• Inspect completed products for conformance to specifications and defects.
• Repair or modify damaged fiberglass parts to ensure accurate thickness, density and contours.
• Comply with safety regulations including OSHA standards; assist in training new hires.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Tape measure proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are a leading manufacturer specializing in water transportation equipment. Our commitment to quality and safety drives our operations, and we are dedicated to building a team of skilled professionals who share our vision. We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Fiberglass Technician to join our dynamic team.

**Job Summary:**

As a Fiberglass Technician, you will play a vital role in fabricating, repairing, and maintaining fiberglass components essential to our water transportation equipment. Your technical expertise will ensure that all projects meet safety standards, quality specifications, and operational requirements, contributing to our mission of excellence in the industry.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• - Laminate layers of fiberglass on molds to create various products.
• - Utilize pneumatic spray guns to apply chopped fiberglass, resins, and catalysts onto prepared molds or dies.
• - Select and cut fiberglass mats, cloth, and wood-bracing materials as per project specifications.
• - Mix catalysts with resins and apply multiple layers to mold surfaces, achieving the desired thickness and jelling the plastics.
• - Inspect completed products for conformance to specifications and identify any defects.
• - Repair or modify damaged fiberglass parts, ensuring accuracy in thicknesses, densities, and contours for a close fit post-repair.
• - Comply with all safety regulations and best practices, including OSHA regulations.
• - Assist in the training and onboarding of new hires.
• - Perform other related duties as assigned.

**Requirements:**

• - High school diploma or equivalent required.
• - Proficiency in reading a tape measure and blueprints.
• - Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• - Ability to follow instructions and deliver consistent work.
• - Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
• - Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of standing, bending, and stretching.
• - Ability to distinguish among colors.
• - Ability to endure exposure to typical noises and smells associated with the job site.
• - Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds.

Full-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits starting the month after 30 days of employment:

• - Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• - Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• - Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• - Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• - Paid Time Off (PTO)

- 401(k) Matching Plan:

• - Eligibility to enter at the beginning of the first quarter post-hire.
• - Contributions matched at 50% up to 6% of gross salary, with matching contributions vested after one year (minimum of 1,000 hours).

Join us in our mission to produce high-quality water transportation equipment and make a tangible impact in the industry.