Composite Sanding Technician

Airbus; Fort Erie; Vor Ort; CAD 42.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd in Fort Erie, Ontario is seeking Composite Sanding Technicians to perform end-to-end surface preparation, sanding, masking, and defect rectification on composite panels in a precision-driven environment.

Ideal candidates have experience sanding and masking, strong hand skills, and familiarity with SAP and Microsoft Office/Google Suite. This is a permanent, full-time position with rotating shifts and a focus on health, safety, and quality standards.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A experience sanding and masking.
• Experience with sanding and prepping in an automotive setting is an asset.
• Proficient with tools including air-powered orbital sanders, sanding blocks, and precision utility knives.
• Ability to follow technical drawings and predefined specifications.

Aufgaben

• Perform surface preparation and sanding of composite panels.
• Mask areas according to templates and protect surfaces.
• Mix fillers and apply to defects to achieve a flawless finish.
• Maintain a clean, 5S compliant workspace and participate in safety practices.
• Assist with loading/unloading components in the paint booth.

Kenntnisse

Hand skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Time management

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Tools

Air-powered orbital sanders

Sanding blocks

Precision utility knives

Microsoft Office/Google Suite

SAP

Bilingual English/French

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description: WE'RE LOOKING FOR COMPOSITE SANDING TECHNICIANS (4 POSITIONS) POSITION LOCATION: FORT ERIE, ONTARIO The Composite Sanding Technician is responsible for the end-to-end surface preparation, sanding, and masking (as required). Operating in compliance with Airbus Helicopters (AH) predefined specifications, this role ensures all components are free of imperfections.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Surface Preparation & Sanding Sanding Operations: Sand composite panels utilizing air-powered orbital sanders, sanding blocks, and sandpaper in accordance with AH and AHCA specifications. Defect Rectification: Mix filling compounds according to manufacturer specifications and apply filler using a spatula/putty knife to eliminate pinholes and surface imperfections (repeating steps to ensure a flawless finish). Contaminant Removal: Clean, spray, and wipe composite panels using compressed air and designated solvent-based solutions to completely remove dust, debris, and contaminants prior to masking and painting. Supply Maintenance: Maintain accurate consumption levels of cleaning products and solutions, communicating low supply levels to the Lead Hand. Precision Masking & De-Masking: Masking Execution: Apply masking tape and paper to cover areas that do not require primer or paint, strictly following templates and individual component contour lines. Contour Shaping: Utilize utility knives to delicately cut and shape paper precisely along established contour lines. De-Masking & Loading: Assist with loading and unloading components from the paint booth and delicately de-mask painted components to preserve fine edge and paint quality. Inspection & Departmental Involvement Foster health and safety in the workplace and knowledge of health and safety requirements. Assist with work station set up 5S & Safety Compliance: Maintain a clean, neat, and FOD-free workspace in alignment with 5S standards. Actively participate in workplace health, safety, and troubleshooting for process or ergonomic improvements.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education High school diploma or equivalent. Experience Experience sanding and masking. Experience with sanding and prepping in an automotive setting is an asset. Strong hand skills. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Proficient with tools including air-powered orbital sanders, manual sanding blocks, and precision utility knives. High attention to detail with mechanical aptitude and the ability to strictly follow technical drawings, standardized work instructions, and predefined specifications. Team player with strong organizational, time-management, and independent problem-solving skills. Systems & Language: SAP experience, Microsoft Office/Google Suite proficiency, and bilingualism (French/English) are considered strong assets. Shift Required to work weekly rotating shifts. AHCA is committed to inclusivity; therefore, accommodations can be made available for all applicants, except where a bona fide occupational requirement applies. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd Employment Type: Permanent ------- Experience Level: Entry Level Job Family: Surface Treatment

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

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