Parts Inspector​/Finish Repair Tech

Location: Vonore

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** Grade:
** 4 - Tech I

** Grade:
** 5.2 - Tech II (must pass skills test)

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.

Essential Functions () :

+ Tech I

+ Building and repairing fiberglass boat hulls, decks, and small parts using hand tools and specialty tools like 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, along with proper disposal.

+ Follow specific job instructions and provide 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.

+ Satisfactory completion of an internal skills test that will include, but is not limited to:

+  Ability to demonstrate proper gel to catalyst chemical mixture through calculating proper component levels and ability to mix to standard temperatures.

+ Requires demonstration, in a specified timeframe, of acceptable repair methodologies for the following defects on a small part geometry following gel coat surface acceptance criteria: dual action sand marks and blemishes, pits, pinholes, craters, cracks, mold marks, air voids, takeoff and buff.

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.

+ 2-3 years of boat building experience preferred.

+ Working knowledge of hand tools.

+ Ability to read and understand prints and production schedules.

+ Ability to work with suspended loads and heavy lifting, up to 50lbs.

+ Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

+ Ability to adapt to changing requirements in a positive and proactive way.

+ Excellent attention to detail for identifying defects and inconsistencies in parts and components.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Previous 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.

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 pay range for this position is $20.80 to $23.35 (Tech I) or $23.00 to $25.75 (Tech II), hourly. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

Employees may be eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, which includes medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing…