Gel Coat Operator at Sportsman Boats Mfg. – Summerville, South Carolina

Sportsman Boats is looking for an experienced gel coat operator to join our successful team. As a gel coat operator you will be responsible for applying gel coat to molds according to specifications and production schedule, ensuring color, finish and thicknesses are adhere to.

What you will do:

• Perform gel coating of hulls, deck molds, and small parts according to production orders
• Clean, maintain, and test gel coating equipment to ensure it operates as required
• Maintain a clean and environmentally safe work area
• Ensure high quality of all work done
• Possess the desire and ambition to work safely at all times
• Initiate and recommend process improvements
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

What you will have done:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in gel coating open molds
• Proficient use of hand tools and operating a chopper and gel coat gun
• Knowledge and experience in the preparation, evaluation, and application of coating systems.
• Experience with solvents, gel coats, and release agents
• Ability to maintain and adjust gel coat equipment
• Ability to pass respirator fit test
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and follow production schedule
• Ability to train others on essential functions of job
• Knowledge of hazardous chemical handling and disposal
• Positive attitude, high dependability and promotion of good morale
• Working knowledge of procedures , instructions, and documents as it relates to company quality standards, and written skills
• Reliable transportation, and good attendance are essential and required
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced, ever changing environment

This job operates in a manufacturing plant environment. This role routinely wears protective clothing and masks.

Why should you consider joining the Sportsman team?

• We promote from within on a regular and consistent basis
• Every employee is offered lean manufacturing and 5s training
• Our employees are treated with respect
• We offer quarterly production bonuses
• You will learn from the best in the industry
• Great benefits including 10 days paid time off, insurance, 401k, and more!

Sportsman Boats is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Apply online or come by our plant at 113 Sportsman Way, Summerville, SC 29483.