Composite Layup Technician — Temp-to-Hire, Evenings Free

Kelly; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

telemedicine

term life

whole life

accident insurance

critical illness

a legal plan

short-term disability

retirement savings plan

service bonus and holiday pay plans (

transit spending account

paid sick leave under the applicable

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a detail-oriented Layup Technician for a World-Class composite materials laboratory in Anaheim. You will perform hand layup, cut prepregs and adhesives, and operate autoclaves to produce test panels with precision and safety. Team collaboration, strict records, and Lean practices are key.

The role offers a day shift from Monday to Friday with pay up to $26/hour DOE and a temp-to-hire path in a cutting-edge facility emphasizing quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated attention to detail and quality in lab or manufacturing settings.
• Strong communication and ability to work in a team in a safety-focused environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with composite materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measure and cut raw materials, including prepregs, adhesives, and substrates.
• Perform hand layup of composite materials, including carbon fiber, aramid, fiberglass, honeycomb sandwich composites, and adhesives.
• Prepare metal and composite substrates through chemical etching, anodizing, and priming processes.
• Assist with vacuum bagging and autoclave curing operations.
• Maintain detailed and accurate production and project records.
• Work closely with engineers, scientists, and laboratory supervisors to meet customer specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment using clean as you go practices.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives and FOD reduction activities.
• Collaborate with team members to support laboratory operations and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork and communication

Independent work

Lean manufacturing mindset

Experience with composite materials

Tools

Autoclave operation

Vacuum bagging

Ply cutting equipment

Chemical etching

Anodizing and priming

Job description

Kelly is seeking a detail-oriented Layup Technician for a World-Class composite materials laboratory in Anaheim. You will perform hand layup, cut prepregs and adhesives, and operate autoclaves to produce test panels with precision and safety. Team collaboration, strict records, and Lean practices are key.

The role offers a day shift from Monday to Friday with pay up to $26/hour DOE and a temp-to-hire path in a cutting-edge facility emphasizing quality and continuous improvement.