Composite Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

Composite Technician I is a hands-on role, whose primary responsibility is to build composite structures that meet company design specifications. This is an entry level position where on-the-job training can be provided.

POSITION DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES

·         Read and interpret work instructions.

·         Mold surface preparation and maintenance.

·         Composites material kitting.

·         Perform lamination of pre-preg composite materials.

·         Assemble/disassemble molds to yield conforming composite structures.

·         Perform vacuum bagging operations of small to medium composite structures.

·         Complete trimming/sanding operations, yielding close tolerances, using fixtures and various hand tools.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

·         High attention to detail: Multiple pieces makes up the overall layup of parts.  Each must be placed accurately and oriented correctly.  Must be able to quickly spot and address flaws in raw material.

·         Hand dexterity/coordination: Job requires a lot of specific finger movements and hand layup techniques.

·         Organization: Must be able to keep track of various parts during process

·         Cleanliness: Parts can be sensitive to foreign materials, must be able to keep a clean workspace.

·         Safety-Minded: Team needs people who are putting safety first and realize how important it is to take care around certain machinery/equipment.

·         Writing Comprehension: Important to be able to read and comprehend the work instructions and job orders that will be handled.

·         Computer Literacy a plus: Team member will have to use several computer interfaces to record and manage production as they layup production parts.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education: 

High school diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable)      Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally)          Position requires activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)              Position requires activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)              Position requires activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

•                    10 lbs or less         O

•                    11-20 lbs               O

•                    21-50 lbs               O

•                    51-100 lbs             N

•                    Over 100 lbs          N

Push/Pull

•                    12 lbs or less         O

•                    13-25 lbs               O

•                    26-40 lbs               O

•                    41-100 lbs             O

Other Physical Requirements

·         Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to thirty-five (35) pounds on a repetitive basis.

·         Must be able to stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and work at heights on an intermittent basis for up to twelve (12) hours.

·         Requires hand manipulation including simple grasping, pushing, and pulling of materials.

·         Must be able to reach and work above and below the shoulder level.

·         Must be able to work with and around forklifts and hazardous machinery.

·         Must be able to wear all the required Personal Protective Equipment.

·         Visual acuity skill to detect any flaws in the parts being inspected.

·         Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Required Safety Glasses

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires an on-site presence. Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment and may be noisy at times. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.