Tooling Technician at Sea Fox Boat Company Inc. – Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina

Sea Fox Boat Company, a leader in high-quality offshore and family recreation boats, is seeking a skilled, dependable Tooling Technician with experience in epoxy/composite work, EPS foam shaping, woodworking, and welding. The ideal candidate takes pride in quality craftsmanship, works well with others in a team environment, and is comfortable using a wide range of shop tools and equipment.


Responsibilities

• Operate woodworking machinery to fabricate jigs and structural components for boat plug building.
• Cut and shape EPS foam using hot wire equipment for pre-fabrication of hulls, decks, small parts, etc.
• Combine foam shaping, woodworking, and composite layup to produce accurate parts.
• Prepare surfaces to install layers of fiberglass cloth using epoxy resins.
• Measure, mix, and apply epoxy paste and resins and catalysts accurately.
• Operate epoxy pasting machine for application of epoxy paste.
• Read and interpret blueprints, laminate schedules, and welding prints.
• Ensure quality control, minimal defects, and sound structural integrity.
• Maintain safety standards (PPE, ventilation, hazard controls).
• Maintain cleanliness of shop and all tools/equipment

Required Skills

• Proven experience in epoxy application and composite boat building.
• Proficiency with tools (grinders, sanders, brushes, table saw, compound miter saw, hand tools, etc.).
• Ability to work from drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and finishing quality.
• Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented production environment.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors, engineers, and fellow craftsmen.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude and respect for coworkers.
• Willingness to assist teammates and contribute to overall shop efficiency.
• Must be able to safely operate a forklift to move materials, molds, and finished components.
• Experience in handling long, oversized, or fragile loads preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Preferred Qualifications

• Marine industry experience.
• Certifications (e.g., AWS welding, epoxy handling safety).
• Experience epoxy composite layup and pasting.

• Steel welding (MIG/TIG preferred), ability to set up and operate welding equipment.

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Eligible after 60 days of employment.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Start planning for your future today.
• Paid Weekly – Enjoy the convenience of weekly paychecks.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Available after 90 days of employment.

At Sea Fox, you’re more than just a team member, you’re part of our family.
Built by our family, for your family. Come join the Sea Fox Family today!