Composites Lamination Technician

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Laminate assemblies by determining proper placement of composite materials into molds
• Prepare parts for bagging, including placement of bleeders, thermocouples, probes and vacuum connections
• Perform vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing
• Make basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions using calipers, micrometers, precision scales and torque wrenches
• Prepare surfaces using grit blast, hand abrade and power abrasion techniques
• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of assembly experience
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Experience working with composite materials in either layup (lamination), bonding or assembly of composites (prepreg or wet layup)
• Experience operating a ply cutting machine
• Experience operating a laser projector to layout laminated assemblies
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, an understanding for drawing symbols, flag notes and general notes
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, read travelers and standard operating procedures
• Attention to detail and accuracy while working within a fast-paced production environment
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Willing to work all required shift hours, overtime and weekends as needed.
• Shift Options:
• 1st shift (est start time 5 am)
• 2nd shift (est start time 3:30 pm)
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
• COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Pay Range: Level 1: $22.00 - $24.50 Level 2: $24.50 - $29.00 Level 3: $28.50 - $35.00
• Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.