Special Projects Composites Tech

Red Cat Holdings; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity package

Potential bonuses

Job summary

Red Cat Holdings in Valdosta, GA is seeking a Lamination Technician to produce USV fiberglass components using infusion processes. You will lead a team on prototype designs, perform rework, and retrofit installations with engineering support.

You will ensure workmanship meets strict safety and quality standards, conduct in-process inspections, and drive continuous improvement across production. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of lamination experience.
• Ability to read technical documentation, including assembly diagrams.
• Familiarity with OSHA and other manufacturing management practices.
• Strong understanding of infusion processes and safe chemical handling.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proficient with ERP systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the Special Projects Team to implement new prototype designs, conduct rework, and retrofit installations alongside engineering.
• Ensure all work is performed with craftsmanship and that procedures/work instructions are followed to standard.
• Create a mission-minded culture focused on safety, quality, and on-time delivery to customers.
• Lead by example in safety, ensuring PPE, tools, equipment, and material handling are compliant.
• Perform in-process quality checks and inspections of molds, infusion parts, and finished products.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions.
• Document discrepancies or defects and escalate to management or engineers.
• Participate in new model design reviews and prototyping of products and processes.
• Contribute to team meetings to discuss process improvements, efficiency, and quality.

Skills

Lamination

Leadership

Reading diagrams

OSHA compliance

Infusion processes

ERP systems

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Blue Ops - Valdosta, GA 31601, Position Type: Full Time, Position Summary

We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented Lamination Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the production of USV fiberglass components, using composite infusion processes. You will bring infusion process with leadership experience to lead a team and ensure industry leading quality is achieved through application of the engineered systems, contributing directly to the creation of high-quality, innovative USV’s. If you have excellent attention to detail, a servant leader heart, composites experience, high commitment to safety and quality, enjoy working with teams and desire to produce the best premium composites, we encourage you to apply!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership:

• As the Lamination Technician on the Special Projects Team, you will be expected to implement new prototype designs, conduct rework, and retrofit installations as necessary along side engineering.
• Ensure all work is of the utmost craftmanship and procedures / work instructions are followed and performed with excellence.
• Create a mission minded culture with focus on 100% performance for safety, quality and delivery to our customers.

Safety:

• Personally lead by example by adhering to all safety policies and procedures to ensure the safety of you and your team.
• Ensure proper PPE, tools, equipment, and material handling equipment is used correctly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.
• Follow all material handling and chemical storage processes.

Quality / Continuous Improvement:

• Conduct in-process quality checks and visual inspections of molds, parts in infusion and finished products to identify defects or deviations from quality standards.
• Work alongside production teams to evaluate opportunities for improvement and help identify solutions to those opportunities.
• Identify and report any discrepancies, malfunctions, or quality issues to manager or manufacturing engineers.
• Be a part of new model design reviews and prototyping of new products and processes.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions aimed at improving processes, efficiency, and product quality.
• Adhere to all company quality procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years experience in a lamination role.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including assembly diagrams.
• Familiarity with OSHA and other manufacturing management practices.
• Strong understanding of infusion processes and safe chemical handling processes.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work safely.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
• Confident computer skills to use Microsoft solutions and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to walk, stand, and navigate large indoor and outdoor facilities for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs on a regular basis.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in designated areas or when performing specific tasks, in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
• May be required to climb ladders, stoop, kneel, or crouch during infusion processes.
• Regular exposure to facility operations including noise, dust, temperature fluctuations, and industrial equipment.
• Occasional off-hours or weekend work required for projects as needed
• Requires frequent use of a computer and other standard office equipment for documentation, communication, and coordination tasks.

Background Check

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.

EEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure

Red Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.

E-Verify

The company participates E-Verify ensure eligibility for employment and compliance with Right to Work rules.

Compensation

Salary plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses.