Holecutter (RTM)

Sea Ray Boats; Vonore (TN); On-site; USD 28,240 - 31,932; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account with company"s

Job summary

Brunswick is seeking a Holecutter to drill and cut holes in fiberglass hulls, decks, and components, ensuring precise, clean openings per spec. You will read blueprints, mark positions, and use hand-held tools to achieve quality results.

The role requires attention to safety, PPE, and the ability to work in a fast-paced plant environment, with potential overtime to meet production needs and strict quality standards.

Qualifications

• Read and follow work instructions, measurements, templates, and basic blueprints to locate and cut holes accurately.
• Able to safely operate hand-held cutting and drilling tools used to cut fiberglass components.
• Visually inspect cut openings for size, placement, and quality and make minor corrections as needed.
• Wear PPE including respirators, face shields, gloves, and eye protection for extended periods while cutting fiberglass.
• Work scheduled hours, including overtime, as required to meet production demands.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark hole positions on fiberglass hulls, decks, and components to ensure proper alignment.
• Cut, drill, and trim holes using hand tools per specifications.
• Rough trim and finish grind openings for proper fit and finish.
• Inspect drilled openings for size, placement, and quality; correct as needed.
• Safely operate cutting, drilling, and grinding equipment with PPE and dust controls.
• Maintain tools and work areas in clean, organized condition.
• Operate forklifts/tugger vehicles to move molds, materials, and parts.

Skills

Operate cutting tools

Operate drilling tools

Read work instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hole saws

Diamond blades

Grinders

Routers

Job description

Position Overview

The Holecutter is responsible for drilling and cutting holes in boat hulls, decks, and small parts. This role involves using various tools and equipment to ensure precise and clean cuts, adhering to manufacturing specifications and quality standards.

Essential Functions

• Locate and mark hole positions on fiberglass hulls, decks, and molded components using blueprints, templates, measurements, and work instructions to ensure proper alignment for component installation.
• Cut, drill, and trim holes in fiberglass parts using hand-held drills, hole saws, grinders, routers, and related cutting tools according to specifications and quality standards.
• Perform rough trimming and finish grinding around cut openings to ensure proper fit, smooth edges, and readiness for assembly or installation.
• Inspect drilled and cut openings to verify size, placement, and quality, correcting defects or irregularities as required.
• Safely operate cutting, drilling, and grinding equipment while following all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and dust control practices associated with fiberglass manufacturing.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition to support production efficiency and safety standards.
• Safely operate forklifts and/or tugger vehicles to transport molds, materials, components, and finished parts within the facility.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to safely operate hand-held cutting and drilling tools, including drills, hole saws, grinders, and related equipment used to cut fiberglass components.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, measurements, templates, and basic blueprints to locate and cut holes accurately.
• Ability to visually inspect cut openings for size, placement, and quality and make minor corrections as needed.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators, face shields, gloves, and eye protection, for extended periods while cutting fiberglass.
• Ability to work scheduled hours, including overtime, as required to meet production demands.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment across multiple departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in fiberglass cutting, drilling, trimming, or grinding in a boat or composite manufacturing environment.
• Experience using hole saws, diamond blades, grinders, or routers on fiberglass components.
• Familiarity with marine manufacturing processes and component installation requirements.
• Experience working in a team-based, production manufacturing environment with quality and productivity standards.
• Prior experience reading shop drawings or templates for component placement.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a manufacturing plant environment with exposure to fiberglass dust, noise, and vibration from cutting and grinding equipment.
• Frequent use of respirators, masks, gloves, hearing protection, and eye protection is required.
• Work may involve standing for extended periods, repetitive hand and arm motions, bending, reaching, and working in awkward or confined positions within boat hulls or decks.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, and airborne particles associated with fiberglass cutting and grinding operations is common, with ventilation and dust-control measures in place.
• Overtime, early shifts, or extended hours may be required to support production schedule.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $20.50 to $23.18 per hour. This base pay is based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical factors. The position is eligible for Brunswick's comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, a 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match, Health Savings Account with company contribution, wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].