Cobalt TN Lamination Technician

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

1. Sits                 0 hours
2. Stands          9 hours
3. Walks            1 hours
4. 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: 

1. Simple Grasping:      Right, Constant                 Left, Occasional
2. Pushing/Pulling:       Right, Frequent                Left, Frequent
3. Fine Manipulation:  Right, Occasional              Left, Occasional

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities: 

1. Right: None                                Left: None

Employee is required to perform these activities: 

1. Bending At Waist:                    Frequent
2. Squatting:                                   Occasional
3. Climbing Ladders, Stairs:       Occasional
4. Kneeling On Ground:              Occasional
5. 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