Cobalt KS Closed Molding Technician (RTM)

Job Title: Closed Mold/RTM Tech 

Department: Small Parts  

Reports To: Department Supervisor 

FLSA Status: Hourly

Summary Applies fiberglass and resin to gel coated small parts molds by performing the following duties. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

• Move parts into position into the Small Parts RTM workstation. 
• Prep parts in accordance with Cobalt standards. 
• Select appropriate fiberglass kit according to part model. Lay out laminate eliminating air voids using specific hand tools, etc. 

• Trim excess material from mold using cutting tool. 
• Seal mold using vacuum system.
• Mix catalyst into resin using the injection pump. 
• Other duties may be assigned. 
• Perform in accordance with Cobalt’s safety policies and procedures. 

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 accommodations 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: 

Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to push and pull small parts molds. Lift up to 30 pounds. 

Use the drop down boxes to select the appropriate response to each area.

Continuous/C = 67-100%, Frequent/F = 33-66%, Occasional/O = 33%, None/N 

1. Sits 0 hours 

1. Stands 9 hours 

1. Walks 1 hours 

1. Drives 0 hours 

Employee Lifts and/or Carries: type amount of weight in each area

Maximum: 20 (lbs) Frequently: 30 (lbs) Occasionally: 50 (lbs) 

Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities:

1. Simple Grasping: Right, Constant Left, Constant 

1. Pushing/Pulling: Right, Frequent Left, Frequent 

1. Fine Manipulation: Right, Frequent Left, Frequent 

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities:

1. Right: Occasional Left: Occasional 

Employee is required to perform these activities:

1. Bending At Waist: Frequent 

1. Squatting: Occasional 

1. Climbing Ladders, Stairs: Occasional 

1. Kneeling On Ground: Occasional 

1. Reaching Above Shoulder: Frequent 

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (ie; heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Safety glasses always required

Cut resistant gloves required when handling chemicals 

Typical 10-hour workdays, frequent overtime required. 

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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