"My son practically grew up in our family-owned boat manufacturing plant. Seeing the changes from manual processes to more computers being used, he understands the math and science behind the automated processes. Over the years, he has become a skilled fiberglass laminator, forming boat decks and hulls. He and I have been fortunate to get fiberglass technology training from one of our vendors, and he’s taken some courses at our local technical college to fill in the gaps.

Working in a family-owned business with my son gives us an advantage because he brings new knowledge and innovation that keeps the business efficient and competitive. It's great knowing our company will continue building boats for folks to enjoy on South Carolina rivers, lakes, and coastal waters for many years to come."

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Job Description

SOC Code: 51-2051

Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators laminate layers of fiberglass on molds to form boat decks and hulls, bodies for golf carts, automobiles, or other products.*

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Top Job Skills:

• Operations monitoring
• Complex problem solving
• Operations monitoring
• Operations analysis
• Time management

General Work Activities:

• Information Input
  • Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications
  • Inspect production equipment
• Work Output
  • Smooth surfaces of objects or equipment
  • Place materials into molds
  • Apply parting agents or other solutions to molds
  • Apply water or solutions to fabrics or apparel
  • Mix substances to create chemical solutions
  • Build production molds
  • Clean production equipment
  • Load items into ovens or furnaces
  • Repair parts or assemblies
  • Apply adhesives to construction materials
  • Trim excess material from workpieces

Source: SC Works Online Services (SCWOS)

*All data is factual, but names, images, and quotations have been adapted to protect the identity of employees and businesses.

Job Statistics

Examples of Workforce Areas with Job Openings

 

• Trident
• Greenville
• Worklink
• Pee Dee

 

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Examples of Employers with Job Openings

 

• Scout Boats
• Freeman Boatworks
• Sea Fox Boat Company
• True Scout Partners
• Sportsman Boats Manufacturing

 

Source: SC Works Online Services. Ask an SC Works representative for more information about postings in your area

Related Occupations

 

• Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall
• Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic
• Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers
• Foundry Mold and Coremakers

 

NOTE: All data based on state averages. Information may vary depending on region, experience, and specific employment situation. Last Updated: 2024

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