3rd Shift Detooler/Demold Technician – Aerospace Molds

APPLIED COMPOSITES INC; Sterling Heights (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Applied Composites is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for the 3rd Shift (Detooler/Demold). The role focuses on surface prep of masters and molds used to laminate pre-preg composite parts, loading/unloading autoclaves, and demolding parts for inspection.

The position requires 0–2 years of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to operate manual and power tools while following quality procedures. Overtime and shift work are expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to use a variety of manual and power tools.
• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions.
• Familiar with general shop practices in aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Follow quality documents to operate autoclaves or oven recipes.
• Prepare masters and molds per engineering data and quality requirements.
• Demold parts and prepare for inspection.
• Report nonconforming parts after cure or demolding.
• Log labor and materials per policy using internal systems.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and use PPE.
• Work within certified capabilities or as directed by manager.
• Comply with government, customer and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading/writing skills

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Power tools

Ovens/Autoclaves operation

Job description

Applied Composites is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for the 3rd Shift (Detooler/Demold). The role focuses on surface prep of masters and molds used to laminate pre-preg composite parts, loading/unloading autoclaves, and demolding parts for inspection.

The position requires 0–2 years of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to operate manual and power tools while following quality procedures. Overtime and shift work are expected.