What are the responsibilities and job description for the FRP Mold Technician position at Level 08 Composite Structures and Fabrication LLC?
Responsibilities
- Build FRP molds and tooling from drawings, patterns, or existing parts (plug → mold workflow)
- Construct plugs using foam, MDF, tooling board, and FRP methods
- Apply gelcoat and surface coats; achieve consistent finish and release quality
- Lay up molds using chop/mat/1708/woven roving; vacuum bagging a plus
- Install flanges, stiffening ribs/frames, vacuum ports, and mold hardware
- Perform mold finishing: trimming, fairing, sanding, polishing, and minor repairs
- Maintain molds: surface repair, gelcoat repair, spot refinishing, re-polish, re-release
- Work with production team to troubleshoot sticking, print-through, distortion, and surface defects
- Follow shop safety and resin handling procedures; keep work area clean and organized
Required Experience /
- 2 years composite tooling or mold building experience (FRP)
- Strong knowledge of mold release systems, gelcoat, surface prep, and finishing
- Ability to read tape measure accurately and work to layout lines
- Comfortable using hand/power tools (grinders, sanders, saws, drills)
- Able to lift 50 lbs and work in a resin shop environment
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24