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Job Title: Boat Sander

Department: Assembly (Finish & Detailing)

Performs preparation and sanding techniques in the build/repair of boats and boat parts, both interior and exterior. Has learned sanding techniques, use of materials and tools, to sand materials to the appropriate thickness. Able to meet schedule and budget and charge out parts and materials. Work is performed independently. May potentially train and lead small work team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares wood, metal, fiberglass, or other surfaces for painting.
• Tape or otherwise protect surrounding surfaces, such as decks, hardware, and windows during work process.
• Full knowledge of the requirements for prepping and sanding the products utilizing sanding apparatuses and appropriate grit paper to obtain proper finish.
• Cleans, sands, and smooth surfaces, using appropriate tools, such as scrapers, sandpaper, steel wool, or chemicals.
• May perform small repairs to surfaces to be painted using appropriate materials and tools.
• Sets up and dismantles staging and ventilation protection following OSHA staging guidelines.
• Able to work cooperatively with other department personnel.
• Follow defined instructions and procedures in performance of tasks.
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain safe, clean work area.
• Perform other related duties as necessary and assigned.

Minimum Skill Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, and be able to add/subtract whole numbers and fractions.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge and operation of basic hand and power tools; sandpapers, tapes, grinders, surface sanders, DA and Block sanders, polishers, and buffers.
• Two (2) to three (3) years painting experience, preferably in boat building and/or boat repair.
• Ability to effectively use templates and overlays.
• Experience in a similar role helpful.
• Must be able to wear a full body Tyvek suit and respirator per OSHA standards.

Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to dust, fumes, and some outside weather conditions. May be exposed to acetone, resin, fiberglass, putties, glues, cleaners.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:
Safety Glasses. Closed-toed, closed-heeled rubber soled footwear. Respirator and full Tyvek suit.

Job Title: Marine Electrician

Department: Assembly

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be experienced in cable fabrication, electrical panel assembly, wire stripping, electrical schematics layouts, hook-ups, and soldering.
• Installs conduit to bulkheads with brackets and screws and threads wires through conduit to terminals such as connection boxes, circuit breakers, voltage regulators and switch panels.
• Connects power-supply circuits to radio, radar, sonar, fire control and other electronic equipment.
• Tests electrical characteristics, such as voltage, resistance tolerances, and phase angle I circuits using meters and indicators.
• May construct and install instrument panels, using hand tools, rulers, dividers, and power drills, following specifications.
• Maintain records, forms, and logs as required.
• Perform job duties with the use of basic hand tools such as screw drivers, pliers, wire cutters, drill motors, sand and grinding tools, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Skill Requirements:

• One (1) to three (3) years of related experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, shop orders, sketches, and drawings is necessary to the completion of tasks or work.
• Must be able to perform basic (simple) shop mathematics.
• Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish the task.
• General understanding of metric measuring system.
• Naval craft experience is a plus.
• Note: Level will be determined based on relevant experience, scope of role, skills, etc.
• Must be able to read and write.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must follow all safety standards and procedures, including chemical handling standards.
• Must adhere to all quality standards and adhere to new standards as processes evolve.
• Must demonstrate a record of dependability and reliability with prior work or professional experience.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work well with teams, professional or otherwise.
• Understand and follow all verbal and written directions/instructions.
• Ability to use hand, battery, and pneumatic tools as required.
• Skills in forklift operation, overhead hoist, computer, fiberglass and/or gel-coat applications preferred.

Environmental Conditions:
Exposure to dust, fumes, acetone, resin, fiberglass, putties, glues, cleaners.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:
Safety Glasses. Closed-toed, closed-heeled rubber soled footwear. 

Job Title: Laminator

Manager: Jeff Haag

Department: Infusion/Composites

Job Summary:
Prepare and use resin saturated fiberglass panels and molds to produce and bond together hulls, decks, soles, and other yacht components for further assembly.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Measure and cut materials to the required dimensions using hand and/or power tools.
• Mix resin and catalyst in proper proportions and apply by hand or with spray gun.
• Clean, wax and prepare molds for use.
• Grind fiberglass to required finish.
• Paint finished surfaces with Gelcoat and/or paint.
• Perform rough carpentry tasks on fiberglass and structural components.
• Repetitive use of hands for simple grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation.
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, ladder and stair climbing and occasional crawling, twisting and lying.
• Materials needing to be lifted and/or carried may weigh up to 50 pounds.
• Work effectively as part of a team providing high quality Customer Service.
• Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment including and not limited to gloves, safety glasses, hard hat and or a respirator may need to be
• worn when and if handling hazardous products or working in hazardous environments.
• Maintain and participates in keeping personal work area, shop and tools clean and safe.
• Must maintain an excellent attendance record following all company policies and procedures in the Employee Handbook and safety rules.
• Will be expected to work overtime and flexible hours as needed to meet production schedules and departmental needs.

Minimum Skill Requirements:

• Candidates for this job may be asked to demonstrate specialty skills outlined under job functions.
• Requires basic levels of mathematical, reading, writing and communication skills necessary to successfully accomplish the job description, skills and ability requirements as outlined above.
• Requires visual acuity necessary and appropriate to perform all job duties and requirements as listed.
• Requires auditory acuity capable of hearing a forklift back-up alarm, moving vehicle horns, or other safety alarms and warning signals.

Physical Requirements:

• All duties require frequent sitting, walking, standing, squatting, reaching above shoulder level, and the repetitive and fine manipulation of hands for simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, as well as occasional sitting and stair climbing.
• The employee is occasionally required lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Expected to work overtime and flexible hours as needed to meet production schedules and departmental needs.

Other Preferred Skills/Abilities:

• Prefer 1 to 3 years’ experience doing like duties in similar environment.
• Prior work experience in Lamination; or prior work experience with fiberglass, resins, and catalysts.

Environmental Conditions:

• Exposed to dust, fumes, and some outside weather conditions. May be exposed to acetone, resin, fiberglass, putties, glues, cleaners.

Safety Requirements:

• Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment including and not limited to gloves, safety glasses, hard hat and or a respirator may need to be worn when handling hazardous products or working in hazardous environments.
• Maintain and participates in keeping personal work area, shop and tools clean and in proper working order to ensure safe working environment.
• Hazardous materials are used in the production process. Employees must follow all safety guidelines and know evacuation procedures, the location of first aid stations and MSDS locations in areas they work or visit on Company property.

Job Title: Manufacturing Systems Specialist

Manager: Bill Nelson

Department: Supply Chain/Logistics

Job Summary:
Pamlico Yachtworks, LLC is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Systems Specialist to join our outstanding Supply Chain/Logistics Team. This role supports the timely and adequate supply of information and materials for production while continuously seeking ways to reduce overall costs. Functions include generating reports, updating work orders and Bills of Materials (BOMs), coordinating with internal departments, assisting in ERP implementation, and building, managing, and improving work order pick lists.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and update reports to communicate material status
• Build, maintain, and improve Excel spreadsheets for additional applications
• Reviewing Bill of Materials (BOMs) and current inventory to determine min/max levels 
• Monitor material flow to identify bottlenecks and forecast problems
• Assist Purchasing with PO management, tracking material shipments, and publish ETAs
• As needed, process purchase requisitions from departments for non-production materials, tools, etc.
• As needed, manage POs – write and send, get acknowledgements, adjust dates/quantities
• Manage inventory issues, schedule changes, and work order updates 
• Assist in design and implementation of a new ERP system 
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, must be fluent with VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems, Epicor Kinetic ERP experience is a major plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, accuracy, and detail oriented.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, basic math, and negotiation skills preferred.
• Ability to work in an office and/or shop floor environments, plus be able stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

General Expectations & Conditions:

• Partner with the accounting team to achieve short- & long-term goal and objectives.
• Receive and provide regular feedback. 
• Grow with available resources to increase productivity, performance, and timely completion of duties.
• Prompt, professional, and friendly handling of vendors, customers, and staff.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and communication skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure.
• Good analytical and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Communicate tasks and goals with managers and fellow workers with follow through to completion.
• Investigate and solve problems.
• Support Team Members and the Company.
• Cooperation, consistency, and remaining positive while being creativity and accountability.
• Follow projects through with a sense of urgency.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, supply chain, or a related field preferred. However, a HS Diploma with relevant years of experience will be considered.
• 2-3 years of manufacturing experience and boat building experience is preferred.

Job Title: Marine Painter

Department: Assembly (Finish & Detailing)

Job Summary:
Performs preparation and painting techniques in the build/repair of boats and boat parts, both interior and exterior. Has learned to apply finish coats to appropriate thickness. Able to meet schedule and budget and charge out parts and materials. Work is performed independently. May train Level 1 and lead small work team.

• Prepares wood, metal, fiberglass or other surfaces for painting.
• Tape or otherwise protect surrounding surfaces, such as decks, hardware, and windows during work process.
• Full knowledge of the requirements for prepping and sealing and the products utilized such as two-part polyurethane paints, enamels, and lacquers and their mixing ratios.
• Cleans, sands, and smooth surfaces, using appropriate tools, such as scrapers, sandpaper, steel wool, or chemicals.
• May perform small repairs to surfaces to be painted using appropriate materials and tools.
• Applies coats of paint, enamel, or lacquer, as appropriate, to decorate and protect interior surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of boats.
• Cleans brushes, sprayers, and work area, using solvent or soap and water as required.
• Sets up and dismantles staging and ventilation protection following OSHA staging guidelines.
• Able to work cooperatively with other department personnel.
• Follow defined instructions and procedures in performance of tasks.
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain safe, clean work area.
• Perform other related duties as necessary and assigned.

Minimum Skill Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, and be able to add/subtract whole numbers and fractions.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge and operation of basic hand and power tools; sandpapers, paintbrushes, paint sprayers, cleaning agents, tapes, grinders, surface sanders, DA and Block sanders, polishers, and buffers.
• Two (2) to three (3) years painting experience, preferably in boatbuilding and/or boat repair.
• Ability to effectively use templates and overlays.
• Experience in a similar role helpful.
• Must be able to wear a full body Tyvek suit and respirator per OSHA standards.

Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to dust, fumes, and some outside weather conditions. May be exposed to acetone, resin, fiberglass, putties, glues, cleaners.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:
Safety Glasses. Closed-toed, closed-heeled rubber soled footwear. Respirator and full Tyvek suit.

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