COMPOSITE TECHNICIAN - All levels

Composite Energy Technologies (CET) in Bristol, RI is looking to hire a full-time Composite Technicians to support all aspects of our manufacturing operation. Do you consistently work with precision and attention to detail? Would you like to join an innovative company that provides career development opportunities and a supportive work environment ? If so, please read on!

This factory position earns a competitive wage based on the experience and skill set of the candidate.


CET has the only state recognized Composite Technician Apprenticeship Program. We provide the tools, resources, and on the job training necessary for Composite Technicians I, II, and III.


We provide great benefits , including medical, dental, vision, an IRA, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life insurance, and a healthy living program . If this sounds like the right factory opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT COMPOSITE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES

Composite Energy Technologies is an industry-leading innovator in the research, design, engineering, and manufacturing of large and complex carbon composite vehicles, underwater pressure vessels, structures, integrated systems, and show-action equipment. Since 1975, we have partnered with designers, managers, and owners to ensure materials and processes are understood and the best solution is developed. Our bleeding-edge technologies have been the secret sauce for numerous Grand Prix racing sailboats as well as successful America's Cup, Volvo Ocean Race, and Maxi campaigns .

Our team continuously builds upon this legacy, breadth of knowledge, and experience to produce systems that can reliably execute diverse missions set in austere and complex operational environments. Our employees are some of the leading experts in their fields, and we are proud of all of the hard work that they do. To show our commitment and appreciation , we offer our employees the opportunity to do important work and the skills they need to lead successful careers .

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMPOSITE MATERIALS MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN

As a Composite Materials Manufacturing Technician, you fabricate and assemble composite parts. Maintaining a high degree of precision, you laminate, use vacuum bags, operate ovens, and perform cosmetic finishing work. You use a variety of hand and power tools as you rout, drill, trim, and sand composite parts according to blueprint specifications. Your commitment to quality ensures that our products live up to our company's reputation for excellence.

As you work, you maintain a clean and safe environment. You understand that this job can be hazardous, so you always communicate proactively about any potential risks. To ensure that the materials we produce are consistently excellent, you regularly fill out and keep track of all appropriate quality management documentation. You find satisfaction in working with our supportive team to create innovative new projects!

Job Description

Summary

The Composite Technician (I, II, or III) supports all aspects of our manufacturing operation. A Composite Technician specializes in producing and repairing composite materials, ensuring quality and efficiency. Their responsibilities include coordinating with engineers and designers, studying drawings, mixing epoxy and resins, laminating, assembly, finishing, and operating machines and equipment. This position may operate a variety of hand and power tools and may clean and prepare work areas. Composite Technicians can fall into three different tiers based on skill, profiecieny, and experience.


Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Maintain a clean job site; pick up and return all tools and equipment to proper locations.
2. Secure work area each day to minimize potential hazards.
3. Handle and store all materials appropriately per product specifications.

1. Perform work in accordance with training and quality assurance guidelines.
2. Stop work immediately if there is a question or concern for safety or quality and inform appropriate supervisor/manager. Follow all safety and incident reporting procedures.
3. Fill out and keep track of all appropriate quality management documentation and turn all paperwork in to supervisor when fully completed.
4. Fabricate and assemble composite parts. The processes used in the performance of these tasks may include tool preparation, lamination, vacuum bagging, oven operation, and finishing/cosmetics work.
5. Route, drill, trim and sand composite parts according to blueprint dimensions and tolerances.

Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles, and moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. This position is occasionally expected to work in outside weather conditions.

*A Composite Technician must have no known allergy to epoxy agents and have the ability to become certified to wear a respirator.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and move items weighing over 30 pounds. The position requires good manual dexterity.


Position Type & Expected Work Hours This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 40 hours per week. This position occasionally requires long hours and weekend work.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position but may be requested for specific projects.

Required Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Experience with hand tools
3. Ability to read, write, and speak English

Preferred Education & Experience

1. Composite experience
2. RIMTA PAT program
3. ACMA certified composite technician
4. Ability to and experience with operating power tools
5. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
6. OSHA 10 Safety Standards General Industry
7. Certified Forklift Operator

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR MANUFACTURING TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this factory job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you!

**Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to pass a background check