Chopper Gun Operator

Summerville
Full Time
Mid Level
Sportsman Boats Mfg. is looking for a Chopper Gun Operator to play an extremely important role in building Sportsman Boats and leading the pace of the Lamination teams through operation set-up, maintenance, and break down of the chopper guns.

What you will do:
  • Complete TPM daily start up and shut down procedures in AIMSCO for all chop guns in use.
  •  Complete 5S task card for daily tasks, weekly tasks, and monthly tasks.
  • Perform barcol hardness check to ensure the skin coat is to spec prior to beginning the bulk process.
  • Ensure the coremat is wetted out/rolled down properly to ensure there are no voids in the laminate.
  • Ensure the core is wetted out, embedded, and rolled down properly to ensure there are no voids in the laminate.
  • The bulk coat should be rolled out thoroughly with emphasis on removing as much excess resin as possible.
  • Verify that the correct catalyst is being used at the correct percentage based off the catalyst chart and shop temperature.
  • Ensure the transom board is installed flat with no voids.
  • Perform the glass to resin ratio check daily.
  • Ensure the chop thickness is correct on all skin coat
  • All skin coats should mil at 3oz. Large parts should be milled in 10 different areas. Small parts should be milled in 5 different areas.
  • Skin coats should be rolled out while using a light to make sure the laminate is defect free.
  • The skin coats should be rolled out thoroughly and be air free.
  • Verify that the correct catalyst is being used at the correct percentage based off the catalyst chart and shop temperature.
  • Perform the glass to resin ratio check daily
  • Make sure metal rollers are available and clean for all team members and spares are available
  • Keep metal rollers clean and available for all team members, as well as spares
  • Ensure that all scissors are clean and sharp, as well as having enough scissors to suit the size of the team
  • Ensure your catalytic equipment is filled every shift. There should be no partial, full, or empty jugs in your workstations
  • Ensure you have enough material to complete the job
  • Inspect the material label and verify that the material is within its shelf life from the date of manufacture
  • Ensure that the Sportsman Lamination Standards are met prior to the part leaving your workstation by repairing any affected areas
  • Sand surface enough to eliminate spikes to ensure the following laminate layer will be void free
  • Use an air nozzle to blow off the mold to remove dust and debris prior to laminating
  • Always maintain a safe work environment
To be considered you must have:
  • 2+ years of experience in manufacturing
  • Ability to speak and read basic English to comply with position, safety, plant & PPE procedures & requirements
  • Advanced communication skills to ensure knowledge from the Sportsman Business Management System is communicated to team members
  • Must be able to work overtime when necessary
Preferred Education and Experience
  • Bilingual Spanish/English strongly desirable
  • Experience in the marine/boating industry
Why should you consider joining the Sportsman team?
  • We promote from within on a regular and consistent basis
  • Every employee is offered lean manufacturing and 5s training
  • Our employees are treated with respect
  • We offer quarterly production bonuses
  • You will learn from the best in the industry
  • Great benefits including 10 days paid time off, insurance, 401k, and more!

Sportsman Boats is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Apply online or come by our plant at 113 Sportsman Way, Summerville, SC  29483.
 
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