Why Composite Factory? Originally established as Fibreworks Composites in 2009 by Guenther Steiner and Joe Hofmann, we grew to become the largest privately-owned composite manufacturer in the U.S. In 2019, we launched Composite Factory, an AS9100 / ISO-certified sister company serving the Aerospace, Aero Structures, Aviation, Defense, and Medical industries - sectors that demand the highest levels of traceability, certification, and quality. Now fully operating under the Composite Factory name, we have united our teams, experience, and capabilities under one brand. Rooted in motorsports, we are fully vertically integrated, bringing engineering, machining, tool-making, and production under one roof to deliver advanced Composite Structures with speed, precision, and unmatched quality. Join a team pushing the boundaries of advanced composites and building the future of the industry!
Position Overview:
The Autoclave Technician is responsible for loading and operating the autoclaves, while ensuring all procedures are followed and within company compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Load/Unload Autoclaves.
- Communicate with Lamination Lead to coordinate cure cycles.
- Ensure correct cure cycles are selected/processed.
- Ensure correct part information is entered and tracked in the software system .
- Work with SFM/Lamination Lead to ensure all parts are cured to schedule requirements.
- Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures are followed.
- Responsible for coordinating and monitoring “after hours” cure cycles.
- Ensure preventative maintenance is completed .
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Follow a work schedule that aids with maintaining production but that it’s also accommodating to company needs.
- Understands, works within, and contributes to the continuous improvement of safety, health and environment requirements; adheres to all safety policies, reports safety and risk hazards.
- Must adhere to health and safety procedures, and all workplace policies.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
What You Will Bring to the Team:
- High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
- Proficient with MS Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Positive, can do attitude.
- Exemplary attendance.
- Contributes to building a positive work environment.
- Interacts well with fellow co-workers and other departments, and is able to effectively communicate and actively listen.
- Adapts to changes in the work environment and production schedules.
- Must be willing to work well under pressure as part of a strong team and meet deadlines.
- Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and respond promptly.
- Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident in compliance with ITAR regulations.
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:
1st Shift 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Mid Shift 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, and 3rd Shift 6:00 PM – 3:00AM; Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends, overtime, and holidays as scheduled by leadership.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
Depending on the position and assigned duties, working conditions and physical requirements may include, but are not limited to:
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, or sitting
- Climbing, balancing, bending, reaching, handling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, or pulling
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, or moving materials, products, tools, or equipment
- Using computers, machinery, material-handling equipment, hand tools, power tools, or other job-related equipment
- Performing work that requires hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the handling of small parts or components
- Working around moving mechanical equipment and in areas with varying noise levels, temperatures, fumes, airborne particles, dust, chemicals, or other manufacturing-related conditions
- Wearing required personal protective equipment, which may include safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, protective footwear, respirators, or other designated PPE
- Using close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision, color recognition, and the ability to adjust focus when required by the position
The specific work environment and physical requirements will depend on the essential functions of the position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity: Composite Factory 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.