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Red Cat Holdings · 9 hours ago

Gelcoat/Paint Specialist

Red Cat Holdings is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Paint/Gelcoat Specialist to join their team. The role involves ensuring quality and safety in painting and final finish repair of USVs, while managing equipment and processes to achieve industry standards.

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Responsibilities

Personally lead by example by adhering to all safety policies and procedures to ensure the safety of you and your team
Ensure proper PPE, tools, equipment, and material handling equipment is used correctly
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation
Manage all material handling and chemical storage processes
Manage and maintain all critical equipment or tools, including the automated paint system cell and controls
The primary process will be epoxy based paint, but gelcoat application and finishing may be required
You will be responsible for paint or gelcoating processes from surface prep through paint application to final finishing
You may be required to perform repair processes on finished USV’s of USV’s in process that have received damage
Ensure the critical steps of finishing are followed to ensure critical finish standards and finish durability for the mission is achieved
Complete ISPC (In-Station Process Control) sheets to record critical process steps and capture critical to quality, critical to safety and productivity results
Identify and report any discrepancies, malfunctions, or quality issues to manager or manufacturing engineers
Be a part of new model design reviews and prototyping of new products and processes
Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions aimed at improving processes, efficiency, and product quality
Adhere to all company quality procedures

Qualification

Boat finishing experienceAutomotive painting experienceEpoxy based paint applicationOSHA familiarityISO9001 familiarityTechnical documentation interpretationBasic computer skillsAttention to detailTeamwork skillsCommunication skills

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent required
5+ years of experience in boat finishing, automotive painting or similar environments
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, ensuring critical finish processes are followed
Familiarity with OSHA, ISO9001 and other manufacturing management practices
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work safely
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment
Basic computer skills for completing required HR and Manufacturing processes
Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred

Must be able to walk, stand, and navigate large indoor and outdoor facilities for extended periods of time
Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs on a regular basis
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in designated areas or when performing specific tasks, in accordance with safety protocols and company policy
May be required to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, or crouch during finish processes
Regular exposure to facility operations including noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and industrial equipment
Occasional off-hours or weekend work required for emergency facility responses or projects as needed
Requires frequent use of a computer and other standard office equipment for documentation, communication, and coordination tasks

Benefits

Generous annual equity package
Potential bonuses

Company

Red Cat Holdings

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Red Cat (Nasdaq: RCAT) is a U.S.-based provider of advanced all-domain drone and robotic solutions for defense and national security.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$270.05M
Key Investors
The Lind Partners
2025-09-18Post Ipo Equity· $172.5M
2025-06-17Post Ipo Equity· $46.75M
2025-04-10Post Ipo Equity· $30M

Leadership Team

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Jeff Thompson
Founder and CEO
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Christian Morrison
Chief Financial Officer
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