Composite Laminator

Mane Contract Services; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Composite Laminator to work with advanced pre-preg carbon fibre materials. Responsibilities include kitting, lay-up, vacuum bagging, and monitoring material quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate should have an engineering background, lay-up experience, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. This position offers a Monday to Friday schedule with potential overtime, ensuring high standards in production.

Qualifications

• Experience with pre-preg carbon fibre lay-up is advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of material handling and curing processes is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tools by cleaning and applying release agents.
• Perform accurate kitting and lay-up of pre-preg materials.
• Apply vacuum bagging techniques and prepare breather bag kits.
• Monitor material shelf life and maintain traceability.
• Adhere to all quality, safety, and process procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to multi-task

Teamwork

Decision-making capability

Task visualization and planning

Education

Manufacturing or engineering background

Experience in aerospace or automotive industry

Job description

Overview

MANE is seeking a Composite Laminator to work with advanced pre-preg carbon fibre materials on high-quality composite components. You'll be involved in kitting, lay-up, vacuum bagging and de-bagging, working with precision to engineering specifications. The ideal candidate will be confident in reading complex engineering drawings and working from moulds to deliver consistently high standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare tools by cleaning and applying release agents
• Perform accurate kitting and lay-up of pre-preg materials
• Apply vacuum bagging techniques and prepare breather bag kits
• Run curing operations using autoclaves, ovens, and vacuum systems
• Monitor material shelf life and maintain traceability
• Adhere to all quality, safety, and process procedures
• Participate in daily team meetings to review targets and updates
• Identify and escalate any production or quality issues promptly

Qualifications & Experience

• Manufacturing or engineering background preferred
• Pre-preg carbon fibre lay-up experience advantageous
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Knowledge of material handling and curing processes beneficial
• Experience within aerospace or automotive industry

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Organised and able to multi-task
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines
• Good teamwork and decision-making capability
• Ability to visualise and plan tasks effectively

Schedule

Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:00pm
Friday: 8:00am-1:00pm
Overtime available

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform manual tasks for extended periods