Job Description

Applied Composites (AC) is seeking a Manufacturing Technician 4 who will be responsible for acting as a technical specialist and performs complex mechanical assembly operations, under moderate guidance and in accordance with company policy and safety 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.
• 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.
• Applies process specifications governing the production of product within an assigned cell, records production time and quantity data at the cell as required
• Assists with training /development regarding tasks in other production cells/locations
• Actively demonstrates all safety policies and procedures 
• Read and follow basic instructions and diagrams in English
• Identify required fundamental skills and create hands on simulations to develop these skills (Demonstrate "Best Practices", assists, and provides direction to new hires)
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Interfaced with leads, supervisors, and engineers to solve problems and improve processes.
• Initiate process changes for quality improvements
• Perform physical and environmental checks and document work onto manufacturing travelers
• Apply skill to build semi-complex ply-buildups under minimal supervision, ensuring that the plies are well-compacted
• Ability to manage time to get work completed on schedule
• Cooperate with implementation of lean manufacturing principles. Make lean manufacturing suggestions where needed.
• Provide composites processing troubleshooting to existing production line
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications:

Education:  A Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations
Years’ Experience:  5-7 years of relevant experience

 Skills:

• Capable of performing complex mechanical and/or electromechanical assembly operations
• Ability to read and interpret company documents, such as safety rules, operating/manufacturing instructions, policies and procedures
• Able to perform basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)      
• Good manual dexterity required to work with small parts
• Skilled problem-solver: Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent
• Effective oral and written communication
• Can be trusted to train or lead others in manufacturing complicated components. 
• Works well under pressure and goes above-and-beyond when needed
• Knowledgeable and well-versed in composites and composites terms. Understands the overall composites manufacturing process (design, tooling, layup, cure, trim, assembly, and inspection)
• Knowledge in the aerospace industry is desired.
• 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 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 high mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Ability to follow instructions explicitly or innovate, depending on the situation.
• Provide ongoing manufacturing support and engineering insight to other support staff.
• Ability to understand the implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.
• 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.