Manufacturing Technician - Main Spar

ZipRecruiter; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ZipRecruiter is hiring a Lay Up Technician in Grand Forks, ND, responsible for assisting in the lay-up and fabrication of composite aircraft parts. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED and a keen attention to detail. This role offers significant growth potential through a structured progression plan, supporting both professional development and career advancement within a leading aviation company.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Employee and family events

Cirrus Flying Club membership

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1-3 months related experience and/or training.
• Reasonable accommodations available.

Responsibilities

• Assist in lay-up and fabrication of composite aircraft parts.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Comply with safety protocols and guidelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-Development

Collaboration

Situational Adaptability

Accountability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1-12 months experience and training

Job description

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Lay Up Technician TR Job Description

Job Summary

Assists other team members with lay-up and fabricate composite aircraft parts.

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Assist in lay-up and fabrication of composite aircraft parts, major components, and structures using prepreg composite fabrics and other materials.
• Learning the Kanban system for SF and SR.
• Observe and learn the proper use of WI, Solumina, and the completion of the layup portion of CSOs.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Complete Cirrus University training
• Attention to detail required. Ensures that all assigned work areas are kept clean, orderly, and always presentable. Apply the 6S principle (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, and Safety).
• Complies with all paperwork, such as work instructions, that govern job duties.
• Must be able to understand all process specifications and pertinent reference information.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines and report any hazards or incidents to the appropriate personnel.
• Wears proper protective equipment during appropriate job functions.
• Complies with all paperwork, such as work instructions, that govern job duties.
• May be assigned to different work areas as production needs require.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Team Lead, Department Supervisor, or Line Manager.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED or 1-12 months experience and training combined
• 1-3 months related experience and/or training
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Self-Development: Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.

Progression plan with pay increases:

• Technician Level I (6 months)
• Technician Level II-III (1-2 years)
• Technician Level IV (3-5 years)

Cirrus Aircraft’s Mission is to deliver an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation, quality, and safety to our customers. Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet, the world’s first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the of CAPS as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. Find out more at cirrusaircraft.com.

Cirrus offers a competitive benefits package and is dedicated to the advancement of general aviation. The Cirrus Flying Club offers employees and their family members the unique opportunity to obtain their private pilot’s license in the comfort of a Cirrus or rent a Cirrus for an impromptu adventure at a greatly reduced rate. We are committed to investing in the future of our employees and company by offering professional development and career progression opportunities and we engage employees by offering several employee and family events throughout the year, as well as the opportunity to take part in activity clubs and community events.

This opportunity is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota.As our main sub-assembly composite facility, our Grand Forks location is essential to the development of every Cirrus aircraft. Home to the University of North Dakota and the state’s third largest city, this unique town offers small town charm with an inviting community, centered on hospitality and grand possibilities. Activities in town expand across all four seasons, with abundant city parks, local fishing, collegiate sports, superb arts and theatre, excellent restaurants and several community events and festivals.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , veteran status, marital and family status, , receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.