Manufacturing Technician

Applied Composites (AC) is seeking a Manufacturing Technician who will perform assignments that may not be completely standardized, as well as those that are very specific and require heavy attention to detail. Selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents. Receives initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed; performs recurring work independently; work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions

In addition, will assist with the production of aviation molds, tools, and parts in accordance with company and customer standards, FAA regulations, and predetermined company processes and procedures.

 About AC: Come and join the Applied Composites team. We are a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering, and tooling to the aerospace, defense, and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive. If you are looking for a company that values and develops its employees while offering engaging work, Applied Composites may be the place for you.

Job Accountabilities:

• Assemble products with the use of fasteners, adhesives, sealants, etc. using standard tools and fabrication equipment.

• Perform tasks associated with product and tool build including secondary bonding, potting inserts, curing, and wet laminating.

• Undertake work within the capabilities you are certified to or as directed by your manager.

• Adhere to all documentation including travelers, build manuals, red books, work instructions, quality procedures, inspection sheets, and drawings as applicable to the work being performed.

• Participate in brainstorming/problem solving with Engineering & Production personnel to solve related problems.

• Perform mold preparation, sealing, and release tasks.

• Laminate and vacuum bag customer product in compliance with engineering data and associated quality requirements.

• Cure parts in company equipment such as ovens, autoclaves and presses.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

• Any other duties assigned, and further responsibilities as directed.

Job Specifications:

Education: Requires a High School Diploma/GED or combination of relevant education and work experience may be substituted to meet educational requirements only.

Years’ Experience: 

• Requires four (4) years of relevant experience composite manufacturing or repair experience.

• Proficiency in operating electrical lab test equipment.

Skills:

• Ability to work independently and interface with cross-functional disciplines; using excellent interpersonal skills to drive tasks to completion

• Self-motivated with problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Team player

• Highly detailed and perfection driven

• Ability to adapt and respond to changes in environment and priorities.

• Possess excellent hand skills with the ability to use production tools such as power drills, pneumatic sanders, surface grinders, angle grinders, pencil grinders, and basic hand tools.

• Possesses good mechanical aptitude 

• Possess excellent hand skills

• Good mechanical aptitude with the ability to use production tools such as power drills, pneumatic sanders, surface grinders, angle grinders, pencil grinders, and basic hand tools

• Possesses high mechanical and electrical aptitude.

• Possesses excellent attention to detail and perfection drive.

• Ability to follow instructions explicitly or innovate, depending on the situation.

• Possesses strong problem-solving skills.

• Ongoing manufacturing support and engineering insight to other support staff.

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Possesses knowledge and understanding of continuous improvement environment

• Ability to write Standard Work Instructions (SWI) for statements of work in manufacturing transitions.

• Ability to read design specifications and technical drawings.

• Ability to handle multiple projects and to work alongside peers

Benefits:

At Applied Composites, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

AC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.