Composite Manufacturing Technician

Composite Manufacturing Technician

The Composite Manufacturing Technician is responsible for supporting the full production cycle of composite components, including material preparation, fabrication, assembly, finishing, and installation. This role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work with various specialized tools, resins, and composite materials such as fiberglass, carbon fiber, and resins.

Key Responsibilities

Material Preparation & Measurement

• Accurately measure and weigh resins, hardeners, and other materials using gram scales and mixing equipment.
• Interpret and work from forms, templates, rulers, and production drawings to prepare composite materials to exact specifications.
• Identify correct materials, resins, fabrics, and tools required for each project or work order.

Cutting & Shaping Composite Materials

• Cut composite fabrics and core materials using scissors, shears, knives, cutters, and power saws.
• Shape and trim parts with precision using routers, grinders, files, and sanding tools.
• Lay out materials according to patterns, templates, and production specifications.

Fabrication & Assembly

• Perform composite lay-up, including positioning, bonding, rolling, and squeegeeing materials to ensure proper adhesion and finish.
• Use hand and power tools such as orbital sanders, rivet guns, drills, fasteners, and clamps to assemble or secure components.
• Apply vacuum bagging techniques, as needed, to support curing processes (optional depending on environment).
• Inspect parts during and after fabrication to identify defects or inconsistencies.

Finishing & Installation

• Sand, grind, and smooth surfaces to achieve required finish quality.
• Drill holes, insert fasteners, and fit parts together according to installation requirements.
• Assist with the installation of finished composite components into larger assemblies or final products.

Safety & Quality

• Follow all safety procedures for handling chemicals, resins, power tools, and composite materials.
• Maintain accurate documentation of materials used, measurements taken, and work completed.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with production standards.
• Perform quality checks to ensure components meet dimensional, structural, and aesthetic requirements.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with composite materials or manufacturing equipment (preferred).
• Strong ability to read and follow blueprints, templates, and technical instructions.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices.
• Good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks safely.

Shifts

Monday to Thursay 4pm to 2 am in Markham on a bus route

Company DescriptionHere at Express Employment Professionals, we are large enough to exceed all your needs and expectations, yet small enough to give you the one-on-one attention and customer service you deserve. We are experts in staffing, HR solutions and recruiting qualified workers to fill your needs. Our mission is to match great people with great jobs in our thriving community. Together, we will find a career solution to meet your needs!Company DescriptionHere at Express Employment Professionals, we are large enough to exceed all your needs and expectations, yet small enough to give you the one-on-one attention and customer service you deserve. We are experts in staffing, HR solutions and recruiting qualified workers to fill your needs. Our mission is to match great people with great jobs in our thriving community. Together, we will find a career solution to meet your needs!