Gel Coater (Nights)

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Position Overview:

The Gel Coater is responsible for applying gelcoat to boat molds hulls decks and molded components to produce a highquality durable and visually consistent finish. This role supports the boat manufacturing process by preparing surfaces mixing and catalyzing gelcoat materials applying coatings using spray equipment and performing inspections to ensure cosmetic and quality standards are met. The Gel Coater works closely with lamination and finishing teams while following established safety environmental and quality procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare molds and surfaces for gelcoat application by cleaning masking inspecting and verifying readiness prior to spraying.
• Measure mix and catalyze gelcoat materials according to specifications work instructions and environmental conditions.
• Apply gelcoat evenly to molds hulls decks and molded components using spray equipment to achieve required thickness coverage and finish quality.
• Monitor application and curing processes to prevent and identify defects such as runs fisheyes orange peel or uneven coverage.
• Perform visual inspections and complete minor touchups or corrections to ensure gelcoated surfaces meet quality and cosmetic standards.
• Operate clean and maintain gelcoat spray equipment tools and work areas to support consistent quality and production efficiency.
• Safely operate forklifts and/or tugger vehicles to transport stage load and unload molds materials and finished components within the facility.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to measure mix and apply gelcoat materials according to written work instructions and specifications.
• Ability to operate spray equipment hand tools and finishing tools used in gelcoat or fiberglass manufacturing.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions production schedules and safety procedures.
• Ability to visually inspect gelcoated surfaces and identify common defects or inconsistencies.
• Ability to safely work with chemicals resins catalysts and solvents while following PPE and safety requirements.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment including standing for extended periods and exposure to noise dust and fumes.
• Willingness to work scheduled hours including overtime as required to meet production demands.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in gelcoat application fiberglass manufacturing composites painting or marine production.
• Experience applying gelcoat using spray guns in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with mold preparation masking techniques and surface preparation processes.
• Basic understanding of gelcoat curing characteristics and common surface defects.
• Experience working in a boat marine or fiberglass manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience working in a teambased production setting with quality and productivity standards.

Working Conditions:

• Maintain cleanliness ensure safety compliance to include PPE adherence safety policy adherence and safe behaviors and conditions.
• Must possess the desire and ambition to always work safely and report all hazards to their supervisor immediately.
• Must understand basic terminology such as OSHA DEP and other regulatory agencies.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment where designated including but not limited to safety glasses hearing protection gloves etc.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $23.69 to $26.52 hourly. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills relevant experience business needs and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidates qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswicks comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings including medical dental vision paid vacation 401k (up to 4% match) Health Savings Account (with company contribution) wellbeing program product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings well be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry were committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match health benefits paid time off a robust Wellness Program and much addition were proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Brunswick Boat Group

Brunswick Boat Group is home to a diverse portfolio of iconic marine brands includingBayliner Boston Whaler Crestliner Cypress Cay Harris Heyday Lowe Lund Navan Princecraft Protector Quicksilver Rayglass Sea Ray Spartan Thunder Jet and Uttern.Each brand carries a legacy of innovation craftsmanship and performance that has shaped the boating industry worldwide.

Across our fiberglass and aluminum manufacturing facilities our team members are the driving force behind our success. We foster a culture rooted insafety integrity continuous improvement and personal growth.Whether youre building unsinkable legends pioneering wake sports or crafting fishing and pontoon boats trusted for generations youll be part of a united team committed to delivering exceptional experiences on the water.

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We value growth and development recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here please still consider applying.

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