FRP Operator

Hubbell Incorporated; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated is seeking a Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Operator to run several processes in the FRP line, including spray booths and mold work. The role follows a 10‑hour Monday–Thursday schedule with overtime on Fridays and some Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, operating spray guns, trimming parts, and inspecting finished products to meet specifications. Prior experience with fiberglass/gel coat spraying is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operations manuals, blueprints and work instructions.
• Steady hand and great attention to detail.
• Previous experience and ability to use power tools, spray guns, grinders, cutters, routers, air equipment etc.
• Basic understanding of chemicals and chemical mixes used for fiberglass and gel coat resins.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and follow blueprints and work instructions of each individual product to be produced.
• Clean and maintain all equipment.
• Operate fiberglass and gel spray guns while wearing required protective clothing and supplied‑air hood/breathable air suit.
• Roll resin and chopped fiberglass at a fast pace to ensure completion before the resin hardens.
• Remove parts from the molds in a safe manner.
• Trim and de‑flash product using hand tools.
• Inspect finished parts for defects and stack onto pallets.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Lifting 35 lbs

Attention to detail

Power tools

Spray guns

Grinders

Cutters

Routers

Air equipment

Chemical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Spray guns

Grinders

Cutters

Routers

Air equipment

Job description

The Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) operators are responsible for the operation of several processes throughout the FRP process. These operations include operating the fiberglass spray booth, gel coat spray booth, fiberglass trimming and mold repair. The operator will be able to work in all aspects of the process to ensure the final product is satisfactory and meets all outlined specifications for the product created. The current expected schedule for this role is Monday through Thursday, 10‑hour shifts with required OT on Fridays and some Saturdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and follow blueprints and work instructions of each individual product to be produced.
• Clean and maintain all equipment.
• Operate fiberglass and gel spray guns while wearing required protective clothing and supplied‑air hood/breathable air suit.
• Roll resin and chopped fiberglass at a fast pace to ensure completion before the resin hardens.
• Remove parts from the molds in a safe manner.
• Trim and de‑flash product using hand tools.
• Inspect finished parts for defects and stack onto pallets.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Minimum qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operations manuals, blueprints and work instructions.
• Steady hand and great attention to detail.
• Previous experience and ability to use power tools, spray guns, grinders, cutters, routers, air equipment etc.
• Basic understanding of chemicals and chemical mixes used for fiberglass and gel coat resins.

Preferred qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in working with fiberglass and/or gel coat spraying.
• Successfully completed coursework in autobody repair.
• Previous experience working with fiberglass, gel coat and/or resin in the boating, bathtub or autobody repair industry.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.