Laminator

Parker Boats (Offshore); Beaufort (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Boats (Offshore) in Beaufort, NC is seeking a Laminator to perform lamination for our fiberglass boat components using open mold and closed mold methods. The successful candidate will follow instructions, work to deadlines, and contribute to building premium offshore and inshore fishing boats.

This role requires fiberglass/ resin handling, tool usage, and the ability to work in a team in a non-climate-controlled environment, with physical demanding tasks such as lifting and standing for

Qualifications

• One or more year(s) experience rolling fiberglass or applying resin.
• Ability to use hand and pneumatic (air-powered) tools.
• Must be able to perform tasks under time pressure deadline.
• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Able to understand and follow verbal and written directions, which are given in English.
• Must be able to work well with teams and in close proximity to each other.
• Skills in fiberglass and resin are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Measure and cut various fiberglass materials.
• Gun Runner 1-2 years experience.
• Measure and mix correct catalyst ratios of resins.
• Use various hand tools to apply and roll out wet fiberglass materials properly with air voids.
• Install hardware and plates in proper locations when required.
• Properly use mill gauges while laminating.
• Apply materials by hand for infusion process.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Follow all application guidelines and instructions for quality control.
• Any other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Fiberglass & resin

Hand & pneumatic tools

Attention to detail

Time-pressure work

English comprehension

Team collaboration

Reading and following directions

Experience rolling fiberglass

Job description

Description

Parker Boats traces its roots to Parker Offshore, founded in the late 1960s along the Outer Banks of Beaufort, NC. Parker Boats is a premium offshore and inshore fishing boat manufacturer with heritage built on quality, strength, and seaworthiness, guided by time-tested design and a commitment to craftsmanship.

Job Description

The Laminator is responsible for utilizing open mold and closed mold methods to perform the lamination process in building fiberglass parts that construct our boats.

To be successful as a laminator, you must be able to perform a wide variety of tasks that require stamina and a eagerness to learn on the job. A good laminator is able to understand instructions and carry them out efficiently within the given deadline.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Measure and cut various fiberglass materials.
• Gun Runner 1-2 years experience.
• Measure and mix correct catalyst ratios of resins.
• Use various hand tools to apply and roll out wet fiberglass materials properly with air voids.
• Install hardware and plates in proper locations when required.
• Properly use mill gauges while laminating.
• Apply materials by hand for infusion process.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Follow all application guidelines and instructions for quality control.
• Any other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• One or more year(s) experience rolling fiberglass or applying resin.
• Ability to use hand and pneumatic (air-powered) tools.
• Must be able to perform tasks under time pressure deadline.
• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Able to understand and follow verbal and written directions, which are given in English.
• Must be able to work well with teams and in close proximity to each other.
• Skills in fiberglass and resin are preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in non-climate-controlled environments, where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air temperature.
• Must be able to bend at the waist, knees, and stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to climb into and out of interior of boats.
• Must be able to wear proper safety equipment to include respirator when necessary.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds when necessary.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Parker Boats is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Parker Boats is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a position, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Parker Boats engages in an interactive process with applicants and employees to identify reasonable accommodations.