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We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base. \n\nSummary of Position\nUnder limited supervision, with detailed instruction and intermittent review, and working in a manufacturing environment with a variety of agents, this position performs routine tasks in preparation for fabrication, curing, build-up and assembly of various types of composite materials. Responsible for implementing a driven, team oriented culture, which embraces continuous improvements and ensures across the board operational and process excellence in all areas of Coast Composites.\n\nEssential Functions\nThis document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.\nAct as small team lead on specific job, responsible for keeping team on task, finishing the job within given timeframe, ensuring that standard processes are followed, and managing materials and equipment in work cell.\nInterface with leads, supervisors, and engineers to solve problems and improve processes.\nPerform composite repairs under supervision of more senior staff.\nFabricate composite molds and parts as per instructions/drawings.\nLay-up dry fabric and prepare, de-mold, vacuum bag, and infuse composite parts as per instructions/drawings.\nPolish, de-burr, and grind composites parts, clean, properly use acetone to clean tools and release as per instructions/drawings.\nDrill, ream, and countersink.\nVacuum bag parts for room temperature, oven, and autoclave cure/de-bulk.\nAssemble parts/components/sub-assemblies.\nOperate some manufacturing-related equipment, as needed (i.e. forklift, laser projector, oven, autoclave, ply cutter, helium testing, etc.).\nFollow written work instruction and verify products meet quality standards as outlined.\nPerform general equipment maintenance, including checking all equipment at the start of each shift.\nSupport quality process by maintaining work area in an orderly condition by returning tools, equipment and material to storage areas.\nResponsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.\nExpected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.\nExpected to participate and develop under training from senior staff.\nPerforms other related duties as required and assigned.\n\nRequired Skills, Education & Experience\nAny combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:\nComposites-specific manufacturing knowledge, skills, and abilities.\n1-3 years of composites-specific manufacturing experience\n5+ year of layup, lamination, and bagging experience\nBasic math and ability to read dimensional layouts and inspection equipment including ruler, caliper, etc.\nExcellent manual dexterity and physical ability to climb in and out of tools, work on hands and knees for the majority of a shift.\nKnowledge of different machinery and its usage, including drills, hand sanders, jigsaws, table saws, etc.\nAbility to thrive in a fast pace environment; prioritize and handle multiple projects.\nExcellent attention to detail.\nThis position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nProblem solving – the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.\nInterpersonal Skills – the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.\nOral communication – the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts meetings.\nWritten Communications – the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.\nQuality Control – the individual demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and monitors own work to ensure quality.\nAdaptability – the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.\nDependability – the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.\nSafety and security – the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.\n\nSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY\nNone\n\nTravel\nMay be required to travel to other site locations.\n\nWORKING CONDITIONS\nWorking conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.\nTypically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation\nMay access and work in the manufacturing plant\nWhile performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles\nThe employee may be exposed to vibration\nThe employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate\nMay be required to travel to other site locations during the work day\nMay be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands\nWork with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.\nKnows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.\nMust be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.\nMust be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms. \nMust be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time\nMust be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.\n\nSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS\nEmployment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.\nThis position requires use of information that 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').\nAscent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free +1 586-726-0500. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.\n\nBENEFITS\nMedical Insurance\nDental Insurance\nVision Insurance\nShort- and Long-Term Disability Insurance\nLife Insurance \nAD&D Insurance\nPTO\n401k Match\n\nNo Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors \nPlease note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. 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