Position Summary: The Grinder is responsible for prepping fiberglass parts by performing multiple techniques including but not limited to grinding, trimming, drilling and cutting. The Grinder must be able to follow pre-established guidelines on measurements, drilling sizes and drilling locations.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Move parts into the grinding booth and separate the part from the mold.
- Grind, trim, drill and cut parts, using hand tools, power tools and pneumatic tools.
- Complete assignments by following work orders, using prints and/or overlays.
- Polycore areas as needed, following engineering specifications.
- Complete rework on parts as necessary.
- Ability to perform job functions safely and effectively in a fast-paced environment while wearing all required PPE and following safety policy.
- Must practice good housekeeping by keeping work areas clean at all times.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an 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 accommodation 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 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Continuous/C = 67-100%, Frequent/F = 33-66%, Occasional/O = 33%, None/N
- Sits 0 hours
- Stands 9 hours
- Walks 1 hours
- Drives 0 hours
Employee Lifts and/or Carries:
Maximum: 100 (lbs.) Frequently: 15 (lbs.) Occasionally: 50 (lbs.)
Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities:
- Simple Grasping: Right, Constant Left, Constant
- Pushing/Pulling: Right, Frequent Left, Frequent
- Fine Manipulation: Right, Frequent Left, Frequent
Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities:
- Right: None Left: None
Employee is required to perform these activities:
- Bending at Waist: Occasional
- Squatting: Occasional
- Climbing Ladders, Stairs: Occasional
- Kneeling on Ground: Occasional
- 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 (i.e., heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise; resin). PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PPE: Safety glasses, N95 dust mask, hearing protection, cut resistant gloves, lightweight coveralls.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Motivation: Measures self against standard of excellence.
Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.
Dependability: Takes responsibility for own actions.
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience
- One to three months related experience and/or training in manufacturing or composites
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and work orders
- General math skills
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools for grinding, trimming, drilling, and cutting
- Ability to follow prints, overlays, measurements, drilling sizes and locations
- Ability to lift up to 100 lbs (maximum), frequently lift 15 lbs, occasionally 50 lbs
- Ability to perform physical tasks (stand long periods, occasional walking, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling)
- Must wear required PPE (safety glasses, N95 dust mask, hearing protection, cut resistant gloves, coveralls) and follow safety policies
What We Do
Maverick Boat Group is a manufacturer of high-quality, performance-driven boats, including center console, dual console, flats, and bay boats. Founded in 1984, the company is recognized for its pioneering work in flat boat technology and maintains a strong reputation in the marine industry. It operates as a subsidiary of Malibu Boats, Inc., producing four distinct brands: Maverick, Hewes, Pathfinder, and Cobia, with manufacturing facilities based in Fort Pierce, Florida.
