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Job Description
Job Description
Aerotek is hiring a Fiberglass Technician for a manufacturing company located in West Memphis, AR. This position is a 1st shift (6am-230pm Monday-Friday; overtime on weekends) paying $20-$22/hr. If interested and qualified, please apply for immediate consideration.
Job Description
The Fiberglass Technician applies fiberglass and resin-based materials to components using spray equipment, rollers, and hand tools while ensuring all work meets strict quality and safety standards. This role prepares surfaces, mixes and handles resin systems, inspects completed work for defects, and supports production through efficient material management and equipment upkeep in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Apply fiberglass materials to components using spray equipment, rollers, and hand tools to achieve required coverage and finish.
- Prepare surfaces and materials to ensure proper bonding, durability, and performance of fiberglass applications.
- Verify that fiberglass applications meet quality standards for thickness, coverage, and surface finish.
- Inspect completed work and identify defects such as air pockets, uneven coatings, or curing issues, making necessary corrections.
- Mix and handle resin systems safely and according to specifications and process guidelines.
- Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment as needed to move products and supplies.
- Clean, maintain, and perform basic upkeep on fiberglass application equipment and tools.
- Manage materials and supplies to support production schedules and minimize downtime.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company policies.
- Follow all PPE requirements, OSHA regulations, and company safety procedures at all times.
- Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and quality goals.
Essential Skills
- Hands-on experience working with fiberglass materials, resin systems, or comparable composite/coating applications.
- Proficiency in using spray equipment, rollers, and hand tools for fiberglass application processes.
- Knowledge of coating quality standards, including thickness, coverage, and surface finish requirements.
- Forklift operating experience (preferred) and willingness to obtain certification.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to follow safety procedures and use appropriate PPE in an industrial setting.
- Capability to inspect work, identify defects, and perform corrective actions.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with painting and coating processes in an industrial or auto body environment.
- Familiarity with resins and fiberglass repair or fabrication techniques.
- Exposure to sandblasting or similar surface preparation methods.
- Comfort working with industrial tools and equipment in a production setting.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a small team and support shared production goals.
Why Work Here?
Join a small, collaborative team where your hands-on skills are valued and recognized through production bonuses. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes strong dental, vision, health, and retirement offerings, supporting your well-being both on and off the job.
Work Environment
This role is based in a manufacturing environment that is not temperature controlled, meaning it can be hot in warm weather and cold in cooler seasons. The workspace is industrial and can be dirty due to production activities, requiring comfort working in a hands-on, physically active setting and consistent use of appropriate PPE.
Location and commute
615 E Cooper Ave, West Memphis, AR 72301.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3211774127.