Manufacturing Technician
Fabricate, repair and paint composite parts for transit stations and platforms using epoxy resins, fiber plies and adhesives.
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Why it is interesting. Hands-on composite fabrication, bonding and repair of large transit structures, not just assembly.
Might not be for you. Production-floor, hands-on trades work with carpentry-style tasks, not materials R&D or testing.
Adjacent materials roleFabricate composite parts, cut fiber plies, apply epoxy and adhesive films, repair composite components; experience with epoxy resins and matrix materials
- Seniority
- Technician
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Industry
- Construction
- Role
- Manufacturing / Production
Role details
Job Title: Manufacturing Technician Department: Manufacturing
Reports To: Operations
Manager FLSA Status (Check all that apply):
- Exempt Salary Non-Exempt Hourly
Commission Only Other:
Supervises: N/A Job
Description Updated: September 23, 2026
Position Summary
A “hands on” position encompassing quality and manufacturing functions to produce multi-modal transit stations and transit platforms
Essential Functions
- Utilize hand and power tools to fabricate composite parts
- Perform fabrication tasks as required
- Handle materials safely and efficiently
- Prep for painting composites
- Repair damaged composite components by patching holes, and/or rebuilding
- Apply epoxy and polyurethane paint
- Apply adhesive films, pastes, putties and other bonding compounds to join composite
- Lay out, measure, cut, and fabricate shape composite material fiber plies to conform to product engineering designs
- Fabricate/assemble composite components according to specifications
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace
- All other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
- Previous experience in carpentry or mechanical work, strongly preferred
- Experience with hand and power tools, millwork, machining, materials handling, fabrication, and assembly.
- Experience working with epoxy resins and other matrix materials
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of composite materials and their applications
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and blueprints accurately
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Dexterity and attention to detail
- Ability using cutting, trimming, sanding, drilling, and finishing tools
- Capable reading and interpreting technical drawings and documentation
- Aptitude for following safety protocols for handling hazardous materials
- Familiarity with common fastening and joining techniques for composite
- Working knowledge of finish carpentry methods applicable to composite
- Ability to fabricate quality composite parts with minimal defects
- Aptitude for assessing and troubleshooting composite fabrication issues
- Capability to actively participate in continuous process improvement
- Capacity to effectively communicate with engineers, technicians, and leadership
- Ability to work precisely and accurately under deadlines
Physical Requirements
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. independently
- Frequent sitting, standing, crouching, use of arms and hands for extended period of times
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