Layup Technician

Kelly Services; California; On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan

Holiday pay benefits

Transit spending account

Sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a detail-oriented Layup Technician for a cutting-edge composite materials laboratory in California. This full-time, temp-to-hire role offers a Monday–Friday 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM schedule with pay up to $26.00 per hour (DOE).

You will perform hand layup, operate ply cutting equipment and autoclaves, and help ensure high-quality, accurate results. Responsibilities include measuring and cutting prepregs and substrates, handling carbon fiber, fiberglass, and aramid materials,

Qualifications

• Experience with composite materials and fabrication processes.
• Knowledge of carbon fiber, fiberglass, aramid, prepregs, adhesives.
• Experience with composite panel fabrication, vacuum bagging, and autoclave curing.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Organizational and time management skills; handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measure and cut raw materials such as prepregs, adhesives, and substrates.
• Perform hand layup of composite materials including carbon fiber and fiberglass.
• Prepare metal and composite substrates through etching, anodizing, and priming.
• Assist with vacuum bagging and autoclave curing operations.
• Maintain detailed production and project records.
• Collaborate with engineers and lab staff to meet specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Support Lean initiatives and FOD reduction activities.
• Assist team to support lab operations and continuous improvement.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Hand layup

Composite fabrication

Teamwork

Independent work

Lean manufacturing

Tools

Autoclaves

Ply cutting equipment

Vacuum bagging

Job description

Job Description

Layup Technician

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Pay: Up to $26.00 per hour (DOE)

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

Join a World-Class Composite Materials Laboratory

We're looking for a detail-oriented Layup Technician to join our team in a cutting-edge composite materials laboratory. This is an excellent temp-to-hire opportunity for someone with experience in composite fabrication who enjoys working in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

In this role, you'll be responsible for producing composite and adhesive panels used for material properties testing. You'll perform hand layup of composite materials, operate ply cutting equipment and autoclaves, and help ensure the highest standards of quality and accuracy.

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 Foreign Object Debris (FOD) reduction activities.
• Collaborate with team members to support laboratory operations and continuous improvement efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with composite materials and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of carbon fiber, fiberglass, aramid, prepregs, adhesives, and reinforcement technologies.
• Experience with composite panel fabrication, vacuum bagging, and autoclave curing.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working with laboratory documentation, databases, or manufacturing records is a plus.
• A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in Lean manufacturing principles.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Up to $26.00 per hour based on experience
• Monday–Friday schedule with evenings free after your shift
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
• Work in a state-of-the-art composite materials laboratory
• Collaborative team environment focused on innovation, quality, and safety

Benefits

• Voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability
• Retirement savings plan
• Service bonus
• Holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)li>
• Transit spending account
• Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan