Experienced Composite Technician

About Re:Build

At Re:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America's manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions. 

We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation. 

The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It's guided by The Re:Build Way, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to  The Re:Build Way principles )

About Re:Build Composite Resources

Composite Resources, a Re:Build Manufacturing company, is an innovative, rapidly growing manufacturer of composite components and tooling located in Rock Hill, SC. Our constantly evolving portfolio of projects includes parts and assemblies for clients in the aerospace and defense industries. At Composite Resources, we embrace a culture defined by teamwork, ownership, and accountability.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for highly qualified and experienced Composite Technicians to join our growing team. The Composite Technician will be responsible for hand lay-up of composite materials, vacuum bagging process and procedures, and perform hand-finishing operations.

What you get to do!

Composite Fabrication 

• • Perform hand lay-up of composite materials (wet lay-up and prepreg) independently
  •  Execute vacuum bagging process and procedures from start to finish
  • Apply a full range of resin systems including epoxy, polyester, vinyl ester, silicones, and multi-system jobs
  • Perform hand-finishing operations on patterns and molds
  • Own adhesive bonding applications
  • Own assembly of structures including setup, bonding, and fastener applications
  • Suggest improvements to work instructions (SOPs) based on floor experience
  • Perform self-quality checks with high reliability
  • Read, interpret, and suggest improvements to work instructions (SOPs)Workplace Standards
  • Work efficiently in fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrate measurement competency using calipers, micrometers, tape measure, and indicators
  • Maintain attention to detail and accuracy 

What you will bring to the Team

• Experience range needed: 3 plus years of experience with composite materials (i.e. Carbon Fiber, Kevlar, & Fiberglass)
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, interpret, and suggest improvements from work instructions (SOPs)
• Measurement competencies-Calipers, Micrometers, Tape measure, Indicators, etc.
• Demonstrate hands-on fabrication skills
• Experience using a variety of hand tools in cutting, grinding, fitting, and assembling
• Demonstrated track record of process improvement contributions
• Experience with adhesive bonding and structural assembly, multi-system resin applications, structures including setup, bonding, and fastener applications.
• Attention to detail and accuracy while working with tight tolerances

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@ReBuildmanufacturing.com or you may call us at 617.909.6275.