Composite Technician

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The Composites Technician performs a variety of tasks required in the fabrication of composites parts.

**PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES**:

- Fabricate composite moulds and parts as per the instructions and drawings using wet layup, pre-preg and resin infusion techniques
- Lay-up, demoulding, and vacuum bagging of composite parts as per instructions/drawings
- Ability to demonstrate good working knowledge of composite materials, processes and best practices
- Polishing, deburring, and grinding of composite parts as per instructions/drawings
- Repair and assemble parts/components/sub-assemblies using special jigs and fixtures
- Verify that products meet quality and workmanship standards as outlined
- Good knowledge of measuring instruments, its proper and accurate usage, which includes gauges, calipers, etc.
- Other related duties as assigned

**POSITION REQUIREMENTS**:
**Education/Experience**:

- General mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, tool designs, illustrated plans, and sketches.
- Composite and manufacturing background, aerospace and military defense a definite asset
- Knowledge and experience operating hand, power and measurement tools; including grinders, sanders, diamond cutters, polishers, drills and calipers

**Competencies**:

- Strong attention to detail, with excellent problem solving abilities, and time management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with others
- Demonstrates the ability to multi-task, and work under mínimal supervision in a fast-paced team environment while meeting all scheduling/production requirements
- Demonstrated strong work ethic and sense of urgency for completing assigned work with quality and productivity; ensuring no aspect of the work is neglected.
- Works to overcome obstacles in completing tasks and assignments, including an ability to adjust priorities to multiple demands and unanticipated events.
- Strong commitment to ownership of quality of work produced daily, accepting full responsibility (positive or negative) of the outcomes; and when appropriate admits mistakes and refocuses efforts.
- Flexibility in schedule to work over time if required.
- Flexibility to work alternate shifts (days/afternoons, etc)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $18.50-$22.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burlington, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location