JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic job opportunity for a Skilled Boat Building Laminator with previous hands-on experience in composite lamination processes, strong understanding of materials, tools and techniques used in boat construction and the ability to read 2D and 3D orthographic drawings.
As a Skilled Boat Building Laminator you will manufacture GRP components using wet lay-up / infusion techniques.
The Skilled Boat Building Laminator will be responsible for laying up fiberglass and other composite materials in mould tools to create high-quality boat hulls and components that meet the company’s high performance and quality standards.
DUTIES
Your duties and responsibilities as the Skilled Boat Building Laminator will include:
1. Prepare moulds, hulls, decks, trays and canopies and small moulds prior to applying gel coat
2. Work with a range of chemicals including resins and hardeners
3. Calculate ratios, measuring and mixing products in line with company standards
4. Apply gel coat, fibre glass / carbon mat and resin to moulds using open and closed moulding techniques
5. Install basic structural components as required according to drawings
6. Safely release mould tools
7. Complex secondary bonding / structural bonding techniques
8. Resin infusion - ability to apply dry lay-up, consumables and infusion bag
9. Complete infusion shooting via buckets and Ciject Zero machines
10. Conduct air checks on fibre glass lay-ups and gel coat thickness checks during production
11. Ensure work is completed to company quality standards and within project deadlines
12. Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment, adhering to 5S
13. Follow all health and safety regulations and wear appropriate PPE
14. Support less experienced operatives / apprentices
15. Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient workflow and project completion
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
16. Previous experience in a similar role
17. Ability to complete tasks with minimal support
18. Strong knowledge of laminating manufacturing methods, including open and closed moulding production techniques
19. Extensive range of experience of hand and air power tools
20. Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D orthographic drawings
21. Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
22. Team player, ready to adapt to any production line and transfer skill set depending on business requirements