Composite Layup Technician

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WE’RE LOOKING FOR

COMPOSITE LAYUP TECHNICIANS (2 POSITIONS)

POSITION LOCATION: FORT ERIE, ONTARIO

This position reports directly to the Supervisor, Manufacturing, The Composite Layup Technician is responsible for manufacturing various composite parts. The Composite Layup Technician fabricates parts by working part specific materials into specific molds using hands and small hand tools.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Production/Layup Expertise

• Fabricate parts using composite materials - prepreg or wet layup processes.
• Strong knowledge of composite lay-up techniques.
• Perform moulding for composite parts using engineered resigns with the aid of small hand tools.
• Fabricate parts by using Manufacturing Instruction Documents (MIDs) and production orders as guides.
• Understanding of various production steps and processes.
• Measure materials using basic metric measuring equipment.
• Prepare parts for autoclave process through bagging techniques.
• Keen awareness of the importance and impact their work has on downstream processes.
• Rework composite part in order to correct small imperfections.
• Report to lead hand recommendations for process improvements and provide explanations and demonstrations as required.

Departmental Involvement

• Foster health and safety in the workplace and knowledge of health and safety requirements.
• Demonstrate standard work practices to ensure quality standards are met.
• Ensure work areas and equipment are kept clean & neat (Workplace OK).
• Assist with work station set up.
• Uphold Airbus Values.
• Strive for continuous improvement in quality and performance.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Knowledge of the operations processes.
• Knowledge of small hand tools such as knives, hammers, wrenches, putty knives, heat guns, scissors, drills, measuring tape, etc.
• Depth of knowledge of technical field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of quality requirements and how to effectively meet quality standards.
• Teamwork focus.
• Attention to detail.
• Follow Manufacturing Instruction Documents and fill out all necessary paperwork.
• Be able to use measuring instruments (template, scale, lasers).
• Strong Communication Skills (Verbal & Written).
• Service Minded.
• Experience in the aerospace industry is preferred.
• Organized Individual.
• Work independently under general supervision.
• Good eye/hand coordination.

AHCA is committed to inclusivity; therefore, accommodations can be made available for all applicants, except where a bona fide occupational requirement applies.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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