Cobalt Boats Lamination Technician

Job Title: Lamination Technician 
Department: Lamination
Reports To: Department Supervisor

FLSA Status: Hourly

Summary: Applies fiberglass and resin to gel coated molds by performing the following duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 Move parts into position into the Lamination Department.
 Prep parts in accordance with Cobalt standards.
 Select appropriate fiberglass material according to part model. Roll out laminate eliminating air bubbles
using specific hand tools, rollers, etc.
 Trim excess material from mold using cutting tool.
 Mix catalyst into resin using proper handling procedures. 
 Cut fiberglass mat from spool as needed using scissors.
 Use mill gage to accurately determine material thickness. 
 Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, on individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The 
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience
High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.

Mathematical Skills
General math skills required.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in 
standardized situations.

Physical Demands
Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Pull material from rack. Lift up to 20 pounds.

Use the drop down boxes to select the appropriate response to each area. Continuous/C = 67-100%, Frequent/F = 33-66%, Occasional/O = 33%, None/N
a.  Sits  0 hours

b.  Stands 9 hours

c.  Walks 1 hours
d.  Drives 0 hours

Employee Lifts and/or Carries:  type amount of weight in each area
Maximum: 50(lbs)  Frequently: 10-20 (lbs)  Occasionally: 50 (lbs)

Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities:
a.  Simple Grasping: Right, Constant  Left, Occasional b.  Pushing/Pulling: Right, Frequent  Left, Frequent
c.  Fine Manipulation: Right, Occasional Left, Occasional

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities: a.  Right: None   Left: None

Employee is required to perform these activities: a.  Bending At Waist:  Frequent
b.  Squatting:   Occasional
c.  Climbing Ladders, Stairs: Occasional d.  Kneeling On Ground: Occasional e.  Reaching Above Shoulder: Occasional

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (ie; heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Safety glasses always required
Chemical resistant gloves required when handling chemicals
Typical 10-hour workdays, frequent overtime required.
Annual Pulmonary Function Testing – Medical Clearance to wear a Respirator Annual Fit Testing – Testing of the Respirator to ensure it fits safety and securely.

Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Teamwork:  Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Motivation:  Measures self against standard of excellence.
Quality:  Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Attendance/Punctuality:  Is consistently at work and on time.
Dependability:  Takes responsibility for own actions.