Fiberglass Laminator

Excelon Limited specializes in providing HR services to the MSME sector, addressing the critical gap of HR neglect. They offer comprehensive HR support to empower MSMEs in navigating complex HR challenges, fostering conducive work environments, and enhancing organizational effectiveness.

The Fiberglass Laminator will be responsible for manufacturing, molding, and finishing high-quality composite components specifically for commercial vehicle bodies, including items like bus roofs, aerodynamic cowlings, refrigerated body panels, and custom fairings. This role demands extensive experience in hand lay-up techniques, precise resin preparation, meticulous mold care, and skilled composite finishing to ensure the production of lightweight, durable, and weather-resistant vehicle body structures.

1. Prepare molds by cleaning, waxing, and applying gelcoat, then perform hand lay-up or spray-up processes using resin and fiberglass reinforcement mats.
2. Accurately measure, blend, and mix thermoset resins, catalysts, pigments, and fillers according to specific formulations and ambient temperature conditions.
3. Trim, grind, sand, drill, and detail cured composite panels to meet engineering specifications and achieve smooth, paint-ready surface finishes.
4. Install or bond fiberglass components onto vehicle body frames, and diagnose, repair, or reinforce damaged fiberglass panels or molds as required.
5. Ensure the proper storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous resins, solvents, and catalysts, strictly adhering to ventilation and respirator safety guidelines.

1. Hold a Craft Certificate, Vocational Diploma, or Technical Training in Composite Technology, Plastics Processing, Mechanical Craft, or a related field.
2. Possess 2 to 4+ years of hands-on experience in composite fabrication and fiberglass laminating, preferably within the automotive, marine, or industrial body panel sectors.
3. Demonstrate expertise in hand lay-up techniques, mold release preparation, gelcoat application, and precise resin ratio management.
4. Be proficient in using air-powered grinders, sanders, cut-off tools, and various finishing equipment.
5. Have a deep understanding of thermoset chemistry, including polyester, vinyl ester, and epoxy resins, as well as structural core materials like foam and honeycomb.
6. Possess knowledge of workplace health and safety protocols concerning chemical vapor exposure and the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as respirators, gloves, and eye protection.