Production Operator - Composite Manufacturing

ALTEN; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking a hands-on Production Operator to support the manufacturing of high-performance composite components used in aerospace and other advanced tech industries. You will execute production activities according to work instructions, ensuring quality and safety standards.

You'll perform lay-up, cutting, bonding, curing, and inspections, collaborate with engineers and quality inspectors, and maintain a clean, safe workspace while recording production data.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Production Operator, Manufacturing Operator, Assembly Technician, or similar role.
• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, marine, or high-tech environments.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and quality procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble composite components according to work instructions and technical documentation.
• Perform lay-up, cutting, trimming, bonding, curing, and finishing activities.
• Handle composite materials, tools, molds, and production equipment safely and correctly.
• Carry out visual inspections and quality checks during production.
• Record production data and complete relevant documentation.
• Identify and report deviations, quality issues, or equipment malfunctions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production environment.

Skills

Production operator

Quality control

Hand tools

Documentation

Job description

We are looking for a hands‑on Production Operator to support the manufacturing of high-performance composite components used in aerospace and other advanced technology industries. You will be responsible for executing production activities according to established work instructions, quality standards, and safety procedures. The ideal candidate has experience working with composite materials or similar precision manufacturing processes where quality, accuracy, and attention to detail are critical.

Key responsibilities :

• Manufacture and assemble composite components according to work instructions and
• technical documentation.
• Perform lay‑up, cutting, trimming, bonding, curing, and finishing activities.
• Handle composite materials, tools, molds, and production equipment safely and correctly.
• Carry out visual inspections and quality checks throughout the production process.
• Record production data and complete relevant documentation.
• Identify and report deviations, quality issues, or equipment malfunctions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workplace.
• Collaborate with engineers, quality inspectors, and fellow operators to ensure production
• targets are achieved.

Your profile :

• Experience as a Production Operator, Manufacturing Operator, Assembly Technician, or
• similar role.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, aerospace, automotive, marine, or hightech environment.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and quality procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work.
• Comfortable working with hand tools, equipment, and production machinery.
• Good communication skills and a proactive attitude.

Preferred

• Experience with composite materials such as carbon fiber, glass fiber, prepreg, thermoplastic composites, or similar materials.
• Experience with aerospace, automotive, marine, or advanced manufacturing processes.
• Experience with assembly, laminating, bonding, trimming, CNC-supported production, or cleanroom manufacturing.
• Knowledge of quality systems, traceability, and production documentation.
• Technical vocational education (MBO level) or equivalent practical experience.

Personal Qualities

• Accurate and quality-focused.
• Team player with a collaborative approach.
• Willing to learn new manufacturing techniques and technologies.
• Flexible and capable of working in a dynamic production environment.