Parts Inspector/Finish Repair Tech; Nights
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production QC/QA, Quality Engineering
Location: Vonore
Position Overview:
Responsible for constructing and repairing fiberglass boat hulls, decks, and small parts. This role involves using a variety of tools and materials to ensure high‑quality finishes and structural integrity.
- Tech I
- Building and repairing fiberglass boat hulls, decks, and small parts using hand tools and specialty tools such as gel‑coat spray equipment, grinders, buffers, and drills.
- Inspecting parts and understanding fiberglass finishes or basic use of abrasives.
- Handling and applying solvents, paints, pastes, putty, and wax, including proper disposal.
- Following specific job instructions and providing verbal and/or written status of part completion.
- Recognizing and protecting boat components while performing finishing duties.
- Tech II
- Advanced knowledge and proficiency in all Tech I job duties.
- Successful completion of an internal skills test that includes:
- Demonstrating proper gel to catalyst chemical mixture calculations and mixing at standard temperatures.
- Demonstrating acceptable repair methodologies for defects on a small part geometry, including dual‑action sand marks, blemishes, pits, pinholes, craters, cracks, mold marks, air voids, take‑off, and buff, meeting gel‑coat surface acceptance criteria.
- High School diploma or GED.
- 2–3 years of boat building experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of hand tools.
- Ability to read and understand print shop parts and production schedules.
- Physical ability to work with suspended loads and heavy lifting, up to 50 lbs.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to adapt to changing requirements in a positive and proactive manner.
- Excellent attention to detail for identifying defects and inconsistencies in parts and components.
- Experience in quality control or inspection, preferably in a manufacturing or marine environment.
- Advanced proficiency with precision measuring tools and equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and coordinate measuring machines.
- Proven ability to identify and resolve quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
- Strong ability to meticulously document inspection findings and maintain accurate records.
- Maintain cleanliness and ensure safety compliance, including PPE adherence, safety policies, and safe behaviors.
- Desire to always work safely and report all hazards to supervisor immediately.
- Basic knowledge of OSHA, DEP, and other regulatory terminology.
- Wear required personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, etc.
Pay range: $21.42 – $24.05 per hour for Tech I and $23.69 – $26.52 per hour for Tech II. Actual base pay depends on job‑related knowledge, experience, business needs, and location.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k) with up to 4% match, Health Savings Account with company contribution, wellness program, product purchase discounts, and more. Details are available upon application.
Brunswick is an Equal‑Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact h for support.
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