Composite Technician

Composites Technicians are an integral part of meeting client expectations as they work from
start to finish in the manufacturing process of client products and related projects. Composites
Technicians will be responsible for composite layup and layup technique for bonding, trimming
and curing composites materials. With supervision, Composites Technicians will be responsible
for the finishing and final product delivered to customers.

Duties & Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned):
-Ensure high quality manufacturing of composites products as per process instructions
-Form, lay-up, fabricate, assemble and repair parts or assemblies of composites materials

-Apply various materials onto moulds (mandrels, tools or other forms), using fingers,
hands and tools to manipulate materials to conform to shape of mould
-Apply wraps, bags or other products to prepare for the curing process
-Sand, fill, fair and finish parts as instructed to prepare for paint or complete parts
-Read work instruction, travelers or drawings and other documents to determine
materials and processes necessary to manufacture each product
-Perform in-process checks (inspect own work for compliance to instructions and quality
of work) and ensure all checks are recorded on Travelers
-Work closely with team to produce quality products and meet targeted timelines
-Ensure quality and safety standards are met in our day to day working environment and
contribute to the supervision of all employees in this regard

-Assist with other shop projects, duties and responsibilities as needed

Qualifications:

English language skills (read, write)
Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.

Superior attention to detail
Solid communication skills and ability to work in a team
Composite experience
Strong documentation, organization and communication skills
Upon approval, continuing education will be supported by PCI as needed

Working conditions

PCI promotes a safe and clean working environment that meets or exceeds standards
prescribed by the Ministry of Labour (Ontario). Work will be conducted indoors in our
manufacturing shop. Personal protective equipment will be necessary when operating on the
shop floor including safety shoes (CSA Green Triangle) and safety glasses. Respiratory
protection, hearing protection, appropriate gloves and work suits will be mandatory as
required.

Other conditions include:
Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, and different shifts, on occasion, based on
demanding manufacturing schedules

Ability to be on feet for up to 9 hours each day
Physical requirements:
Composites Technicians must have the following abilities:
Lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
Work with power tools and heavy shop equipment
Use hands throughout composites manufacturing process