Composite Laminator

Marine Resources Recruitment Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established composites manufacturer located in Portsmouth is seeking an experienced Composite Laminator for their production team. This hands-on role involves working with high-quality carbon and glass prepreg components and offers competitive pay ranging from £15 to £21 per hour. Responsibilities include prepreg layup, autoclave operations, and preparing mould tools. The ideal candidate will have proven laminating experience, particularly in automotive or aerospace sectors, and the ability to meet high quality standards.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Consistent workload

High-quality projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Composite Laminator.
• Strong background in prepreg processes.
• Ability to work to drawings, procedures, and quality standards.
• Experience from Automotive or Aerospace environments is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Involved in carbon and glass prepreg layup.
• Perform autoclave operations and demoulding components.
• Prepare mould tools for production.

Skills

Composite Laminator experience

Prepreg processes

Ability to work to drawings

Automotive experience

Aerospace experience

Marine composites experience

Job description

Composite Laminator Location: Portsmouth

We’re working with a well-established composites manufacturer on the South Coast who is looking to bring experienced a Composite Laminator into their growing production team.

This is a hands‑on laminating role working with high‑quality carbon and glass prepreg components, within a professional production environment that values accuracy, consistency, and pride in workmanship.

The Role

You’ll be involved across a range of composite manufacturing tasks, including:

• Carbon & glass prepreg layup


• Bagging and de‑bagging


• Autoclave operations


• Demoulding finished components


• Preparation of mould tools


• Bonding and assembly (useful but not essential)

Hours & Overtime

• Standard hours:
  
  
  
  • Monday–Thursday: 08:00–16:30
  
  
  • Friday: 08:00–15:30
  
  
  • 39 hours per week
  
  


• Overtime paid:
  
  
  
  • Time and a third during the week
  
  
  • Time and a half on Saturdays
  
  


• Pay: £15 - £21p/h PAYE

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Composite Laminator


• Strong background in prepreg processes


• Ability to work to drawings, procedures, and quality standards


• Experience from Automotive or Aerospace environments is highly desirable


• Marine or other high‑performance composites experience also welcomed

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary or hourly rate depending on experience and engagement type


• Consistent workload with high‑quality, technically interesting projects


• Well‑run facility in a strong South Coast location

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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