Aerospace Composites Fabrication Lead

Dayton-Granger, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

PTO

Mental health benefits

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Work-life balance

Tuition reimbursement

Team-building

Job summary

DAYTON-GRANGER, INC (DG) is hiring a Composites Fabricator Lead Person in Fort Lauderdale, FL. You will lead the Bondroom composites fabrication team, working hands-on in a clean room, guiding layups, material prep, bonding and assembly while ensuring safety and quality standards.

You’ll coordinate daily work, train staff, monitor production, and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Planning and Manufacturing leadership to resolve issues and meet targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Hands-on composites fabrication experience including layup, material prep and bonding.
• Previous lead/supervisor experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical docs.
• Experience with power tools, molds, fixtures and equipment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing quality, safety and workmanship standards.
• Strong organization and cross-functional communication.
• English reading/writing/speaking ability.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead Bondroom composites fabrication team and oversee daily operations.
• Perform composite layup and material preparation for layup.
• Prepare materials for log tickets and participate in daily production meeting.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Planning and Manufacturing leadership.
• Assign tasks, prepare workstations, and ensure tools and materials are available.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members; monitor progress.
• Identify nonconforming parts; uphold quality, safety and productivity standards.
• Assist supervision with policy interpretation and performance reviews.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment; manage tools and equipment.
• Support cross-training and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Composites fabrication

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Power tools

Quality standards

Communication

Math skills

English proficiency

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Job description

DAYTON-GRANGER, INC (DG) is hiring a Composites Fabricator Lead Person in Fort Lauderdale, FL. You will lead the Bondroom composites fabrication team, working hands-on in a clean room, guiding layups, material prep, bonding and assembly while ensuring safety and quality standards.

You’ll coordinate daily work, train staff, monitor production, and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Planning and Manufacturing leadership to resolve issues and meet targets.