Production Trainer (Lamination)

Sea Ray Boats; Vonore (TN); On-site; USD 35,679 - 39,165; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match up to 4%

Paid vacation

Product purchase discounts

Job summary

Sea Ray Boats, located in Vonore, Tennessee, seeks a Lead Laminator Trainer to ensure effective onboarding and development of new lamination employees. This position focuses on teaching lamination quality standards and proper techniques, ensuring safety, and monitoring performance to achieve high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of relevant experience and is expected to develop and deliver training programs using a combination of hands-on and classroom methods. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of lamination or manufacturing training experience.
• Strong computer skills with digital documentation tools.
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements positively.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and training for new lamination employees.
• Create and update training materials to support lamination processes.
• Monitor trainee performance and report training outcomes.

Skills

Lamination training

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Microsoft applications proficiency

Teaching and coaching skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Position Overview

This role will serve as the lead for lamination training in main lam, cruiser lam, and small parts lam. Responsibilities include onboarding and developing new lamination employees, teaching lamination quality standards, proper application, techniques, material terminology, tool usage, and chemical safety. The role also involves developing training plans and evaluating performance.

Essential Functions

• Leads new lamination team members by example, establishing expectations for safety, quality, housekeeping, and job performance.
• Welcomes, teaches, trains, and develops new lamination team members.
• Monitors & develops performance in terms of quality & proficiency.
• Participates in 90‑day evaluation/onboarding process with supervisor.
• Utilizes Excel and other computer‑based tools to track trainee progress, maintain training records, and report training outcomes.
• Maintains and delivers hands‑on and classroom‑based training using PowerPoint presentations and visual aids to support lamination processes and standards.
• Teaches safe & proper use of lamination tools, proper material application techniques, terminology, material handling & cleanup, safety & housekeeping expectations, and equipment set‑up, calibration, and operator PM.
• Creates and updates digital training materials, including presentations, SOPs, and tracking tools to support onboarding and ongoing development.
• Participates in vendor audits.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of lamination or manufacturing training experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to use digital tools for documentation, communication, and training support.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of skin, bulk, finish, and bracing processes.
• Strong knowledge of all lamination materials and proper application.
• Knowledge of lamination equipment set‑up, calibration, and use.
• Knowledge of Lamination Quality Standards & Best Practices.
• Strong teaching, coaching, and development skills.
• Ability to hold others accountable while treating all team members with respect.
• High levels of patience, welcoming personality, and ability to build trust with new team members.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexibility, multitasking, organized.
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements positively and proactively.
• Professional interaction at all levels.
• Willingness to work extended hours to support business requirements.
• Willingness to obtain formal composites & lamination training.

Working Conditions

• Must always possess the desire and ambition to work safely and report all hazards to supervisor immediately.
• Must understand basic terminology such as OSHA, DEP, and other regulatory agencies.
• Must wear required protective equipment where designated (safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.).
• Must be able to physically handle the job requirements, including lifting, bending, climbing stairs, standing, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must understand all safety‑related documents and worksite rules and practices, equipment operating instructions, documented safety management systems, and health and safety requirements.

Benefits

Pay range: $25.90 to $28.43 per hour. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on job‑related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

Eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k) up to 4% match, Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] for support.

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