Composite Lamination Team Lead

Fibreworks Composites

Founded in 2009 by Guenther Steiner and Joe Hofmann, Fibreworks Composites is the largest privately-owned composite manufacturer in the U.S. In 2019, we expanded our capabilities with the launch of Composite Factory, an AS9100 / ISO-certified sister company serving the Aerospace, Aero Structures, Aviation, Defense, and Medical industriessectors that demand the highest levels of traceability, certification, and quality.

Rooted in motorsports, our team thrives in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment. We are fully vertically integrated, bringing engineering, machining, tool-making, and production under one roof to deliver advanced Composite Structures on tight timelines with unmatched quality.

If you're looking to be part of a team that pushes boundaries and works with the most advanced technologies in the composites industry, this is where the future is being built!

Position Overview

The Lamination Team Lead is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing daily operations within the lamination department. This position ensures that production processes run smoothly, efficiently, and in full compliance with quality and safety standards. As the primary point of contact for the team, the Lamination Team Lead guides, mentors, and trains team members while collaborating closely with the Project Lead to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Lead with rolling out new parts to employees.
• Ensure new team members receive comprehensive training on assigned project parts.
• Provide coaching and supervision to team members.
• Facilitate operational processes and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure adherence to established procedures, including Lamination Best Practices and SOPs, and promptly report any discrepancies.
• Verify that all documentationsuch as checklists and ply booksis accurate, complete, and consistently used.
• Assist with material inventory control and monitoring.
• Help minimize material waste by identifying improper usage and notifying the Project Lead of any scrap/waste for proper capture in GSS.
• Collaborate with the Project Lead in monitoring and controlling quality.
• Periodically review parts post-demolding for quality assurance and address any concerns.
• Coach team members on resolving quality issues and report any cost of poor-quality concerns.
• Support efforts to maintain a clean and organized workspace, reinforcing cleaning procedures as necessary.
• Promote a respectful work environment by reporting any improper behaviors to the Lamination Manager.
• Ensure that all team members adhere to PPE requirements, reporting violations and reinforcing compliance.
• Provide input on employee performance evaluations and offer suggestions to enhance efficiency.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of safety, health, and environmental practices by adhering to all relevant policies and reporting any hazards.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Project Lead.

What You Will Bring to the Team

• Bring a minimum of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on experience in composites lamination.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook) for effective communication and data management.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling clear and confident interactions with colleagues and cross-functional teams.
• Cultivate a teamwork environment that prioritizes collective success and support over competition.
• Maintain a positive, can-do attitude with exemplary attendance, contributing to a high-energy work environment.
• Adapt to dynamic production schedules and shifting priorities, consistently meeting deadlines.
• Utilize strong organizational and interpersonal skills to actively listen, engage, and foster respectful and collaborative relationships.

Our Investment in You:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• 401(k) matching after 6 months tenure
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Shift differential for 2nd shift employees
• Potential to earn quarterly discretionary bonuses based on company performance
• Discounts on select services/products
• Climate-controlled work environment

Hours of Operation:

Normal business hours: 1st Shift 7:00 AM 4:00 PM, 2nd Shift 4:00 PM 1:00 AM; Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends and holidays as scheduled by leadership.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Combination of indoor and outdoor activities with varying conditions
• Requires walking, standing, sitting, climbing, balancing, bending, reaching, handling, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• May involve operating material handling equipment in a safe manner
• Work may include exposure to variable noise levels, fumes, airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc., requiring personal protective equipment
• Some positions may require working with small parts/components, necessitating excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Fibreworks Composites LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Fibreworks Composites LLC