Composite Technician I

Composite Technician I (Autoclave)

Full Time + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, PTO)

Job Type: Onsite

Shift: 2nd

Hours: 3:30 PM 12:00 AM, (Mon Fri)

Salary Range: $19.50 $25.00, DOE

Shift Differential: 10%

Location: Valencia, CA.

Fralock is an engineered solutions provider of specialty components and subassemblies using advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications. We develop and manufacture custom integrated solutions. Established in 1967, we are a critical solutions provider to Fortune 500 corporations, government, and targeted OEMs in a variety of industries including Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing, Medical and Life Science, Aerospace and Defense, Industrial, Electronics, and Energy. Fralock is headquartered in Valencia, CA with manufacturing locations located throughout Northern and Southern California.

Vision

To be recognized by our customers as a leading solutions provider of proprietary engineered advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications.

Mission

To create value, profitably grow, and share our success with all stakeholders.

Culture

• Respect We treat others the way they want to be treated.
• Integrity We practice a high standard of ethics in our business dealings with customers, employees, and suppliers.
• Responsiveness We have a sense of urgency in responding to internal and external requests, and work proactively to solve problems.
• Excellence/Competence We empower our people to continuously improve and execute high quality work.
• Teamwork We work together to achieve Fralock business objectives by communicating at a high level, by listening and having clarity in our expectations of one another.
• Individual Accountability and Personal Responsibility We do what we have committed to do when we committed to doing it.
• Continuous Improvement across all segments of the company

This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the successful candidate must be a "U.S. person" as defined in the ITAR and EAR (which generally means (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) have been admitted to the United States as a refugee, or have been granted asylum, as specified under applicable law.)

Job Summary

The Composite Technician I is responsible for executing the composite layup process, including bonding, trimming, curing, and inspection on products for direct sale or integration into larger assemblies. This role focuses on producing high-quality products safely, efficiently, and on schedule while meeting both internal and external customer requirements. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to identify quality issues, and flexibility to support multiple functions through cross-training.

Key Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Under close supervision, must be able to perform a variety of job duties including, but not limited to:

• Assembly of components and material accurately and efficiently according to blueprint drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
• Perform visual inspection on incoming products for contamination and defects and validation against Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Use of a variety of composite materials, including polyimides, sealants, fiberglass, metals, and related materials while adhering to procedures.
• Perform in-process and final inspection to ensure compliance with specifications, utilizing precision measuring tools.
• Remove defective materials and report any part, tooling, or equipment issues to supervision promptly.
• Document inspection results, prepare rejection tags, and report all nonconformances to Production Supervisor.
• Participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency, both independently and as part of a team.
• Cross-train and rotate across multiple workstations to support production needs and efficiency.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with Supervisors, Production Leads, and peers to support department goals.
• Follow all safety standards and procedures, including PPE requirements for a clean room environment.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work area using safety standards and expectations
• Other duties as needed or assigned by supervisor.

Required Skills

• Ability to deal with and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to interpret written materials such as technical reports, manuals, layup instructions, work instructions, and safety warnings.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate documentation, including nonconformance reports, technical reports, and shift hand-offs.
• Ability to sort, inspect, and compare products for accuracy and quality.
• Strong attention to detail and have accountability of materials.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Inspect parts and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Ability to safely handle hazardous material and following procedures.
• Self-motivated with the ability to achieve results in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiently in Microsoft Suite, data entry and document uploads.
• Previous blueprint reading and interpretation experience.
• Ability to use a variety of measuring equipment and hand tools, including calipers, micrometers, rulers, tape measurers, scissors, wrenches, screwdrivers, and knives.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in composite layup and cleanroom environments.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 quality standards and requirements.
• Quality inspection experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S practices.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Previous experience performing composite layups, inspection and curing oven

Education Requirements

• High School Degree or General Education Degree; or two (2) to three (3) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two (2) + years of aerospace assembly experience.
• Blueprint reading certificate desired.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent use of hands for handling small components and tools.
• Ability to perform similar operations and tasks for 6-8 hours.
• Ability to stand for 6 to 8 hours.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to perform visual inspection to perform close up inspection tasks for 4 to 6 hours.

Working Conditions

• Work performed indoors in environmentally controlled environments with temperatures ranging from 66F to 90F.
• Exposure to hazardous material.
• Required use of PPE including smocks, gloves, hairnets/full face covers, shoe covers, and safety-toed footwear.

All offers of employment at Fralock are contingent upon clear results of a background check. Background checks may include some or all the following depending on job title and responsibilities: Social Security Verification, Prior Employment Verification, Criminal History, Personal and Professional References, Motor Vehicle Records, Credit History.

Fralock provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.