Composite Associate 1 - Intermediate

Arrowhead Products; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Products in California seeks a Composite Associate 1 to fabricate composite/non-metal components per drawings and planning instructions. You will mark, trim, drill, cut, and assemble while verifying accuracy and logging production data.

Responsibilities include following specifications, performing curing and insulation work, and maintaining tool setups. Proactive quality, safety, and teamwork are essential for this on-site role.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and work orders.
• Ability to interpret production planning documents.
• Ability to use standard measuring instruments with tight tolerances (±0.001).
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform marking, identification, trimming, cutting, drilling, and assembly of composite/non-metal parts per drawings.
• Identify product lines, follow specifications and procedures; read blueprints.
• Perform data entry and inventory log maintenance.
• Operate curing ovens and related tools; handle insulation materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality-conscious

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Scales

Job description

Job Summary

This position will perform fabrication of Arrowhead Products composite/non-metal components & products. It is a combination of the following jobs: Parts Identifier, Assembler.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Will utilize blueprints and production planning instructions to perform marking, identification, trimming, cutting, drilling, and assembly of composite/non-metal parts.
• Must be able to perform identification operations on all product lines, assemblies, and sub-assemblies; follow specifications and procedures pertaining to identification; read blueprints.
• Must be accurate with the use of numbers.
• Familiar with Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and able to perform data entry.
• Must be able to perform manual identification using stencils and rubber stamps, including stencil identification on metal tags in accordance with drawing specifications.
• Must be able to utilize the video jet identification machine and perform cleaning operations.
• Perform operations such as curing and trimming insulation materials, applying plastic impregnated fiberglass fabric and metal to semi-finished blankets, cutting materials to pattern, hand lay-up, and wrapping insulation blankets onto ducting.
• Develop patterns for layup to produce parts to specific drawing requirements.
• Operate curing ovens, hand/power tools, and other machinery related to composite fabrication.
• Will work with materials such as coated fabrics, rubber, adhesives, cements, plastics, and other materials related to composite fabrication.
• Will make void‑free laminates and perform acceptable repairs to parts per blueprint specifications or planning requirements.
• Will make and perform tool setups as needed.
• Will perform material use calculation and accurate tracking for inventory record keeping.
• Will perform auxiliary operations such as handling/moving parts, tooling and materials, tool stripping, spray painting, and secondary wrapping operations.
• Responsible for assisting the department in the development of techniques to increase productivity, quality, and throughput of products and to share job knowledge in the department.
• Record all traceability information of material used and log on shop travelers.
• Will maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, FOD‑free fashion and adhere to all Safety standards.
• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other job duties consistent with the Composite Associate 1 position may be assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous Composites fabrication experience preferred and may be substituted for education requirement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform quality work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, work orders, and production planning documents.
• Ability to use standard manufacturing measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and scales.
• Must be capable of working with tight tolerances such as + or - 0.001".
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting of up to 35 lbs.
• Frequent pushing and pulling.
• Bend, stoop, and squat occasionally.
• Sit, stand, and walk frequently.
• Talk and listen frequently.
• Occasional use of computers.
• Constant use and motion of hands and arms, including squeezing, gripping, and pinching.
• Constant exposure to manufacturing shop noise.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for those individuals with disabilities as defined by the ADA.