COMPOSITE TECHNICIAN III
Job Field: Office Jobs
Location: SPANISH FORK, UT
Job Type: Full Time
JOB SUMMARY:
DUTIES amp;amp; RESPONSIBILITIES: Under general supervision and working in a loud manufacturing environment with a variety of epoxy agents, this position performs a variety of non-routine and non-repetitive procedures and assists in the fabrication, curing, build-up and assembly of various types of composites materials where required information is readily available, methods and sequences have been pre-determined and tooling is provided. Works to blueprints, templates, sample parts, process sheets and other authorized information. - Assist in the preparation of molds and forms. - Mark and cut tape, woven material, honeycomb, adhesive and similar materials following templates, guides or specific dimensions and sequences. - Route, drill, trim, and sand to blueprint dimensions and tolerances. Operate vacuum press as required. Assist in the lay-up of composite materials to molds. - Fit and smooth successive layers of materials as necessary to secure build-up free from wrinkles, air pockets and voids following directions and instructions. - Assist in the development of shop aids to facilitate fabrication, trimming and assembly as required. - Assemble Aircraft components using structural adhesives, rivets and threaded fasteners. - Prepare surface and paint composite and metal components including bodywork, contour shaping and sanding. Apply spray application of epoxy paints, urethane and water based epoxy coatings, using a high volume low-pressure spray gun. - Assist in the development of shop aids to facilitate fabrication, trimming and assembly as required. - Check expiration dates of materials prior to use, prepare proper mixes of resins and catalysts. - May make continuity checks on works in progress and may monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. - Maintain records as required. Support quality process by maintaining work area in an orderly condition by returning tools, equipment and materials to storage area. - Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Typically requires High School diploma or equivalent and five or more years of related experience. Must be able to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints and other similar authorized drawings and documents, and capable of doing simple mathematical calculations. Must be able to use hand tools, such as rollers, paper cutters, scissors, x-acto knives, electric heat gun, saws, grinders, routers, drills and fixtures such as molds and mandrels. Ability to use measuring instruments such as scales and protractors and calipers. Familiarity with common shop tools such as band saws, disk sanders, drill press, wood lathe, etc. No known allergies to epoxy agents. Ability to logically plan work steps needed to complete complex assemblies. Must be able to become certified to wear a respirator; able to work in a loud environment; work extended hours as required; and be able to lift assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Paint/bodywork experience is a plus. Skilled with hand tools (saws, grinders, routers, drills). EOE
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