Swing Shift- Composite Technician I

Lifepor; Woodland (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Personal Leave

Annual bonus

Wellness program and onsite gym

401K with employer contribution

Life insurance

Job summary

LifePort in Woodland, WA is seeking a skilled composite layup technician to join our aerospace manufacturing team. You will perform lamination, bonding, trimming and inspection, reading blueprints, and working with prepregs and honeycomb core in a fast-paced environment.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and attention to detail, with training on curing ovens, autoclaves, and vacuum bagging. A high school diploma or GED is required; aerospace experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of composite layup experience preferred.
• Aerospace or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Work safely on a team and contribute to the manufacturing process.
• Learn to inspect parts and processes to ensure quality.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Operate composite manufacturing equipment (ply cutters, platen presses, curing ovens, autoclaves).
• Perform vacuum bagging for prepregs, vacuum infusion, and wet layups.
• Lay out precise measurements by hand for trimming and assembly.
• Trim and drill parts to within specified tolerances using power tools.

Skills

Teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Reading blueprints

Mathematical calculations

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ply cutters

Platen presses

Curing ovens

Autoclaves

Table saws

Routers

Drills

Sanders

Job description

Located in Woodland, WA, LifePort is the leading manufacturer of medical transportation and interior products as well as ballistic armor protection systems for fixed and rotary wing aircraft. From large multi-aircraft projects to small custom projects, LifePort supplies the industry’s largest aerospace OEMs and end users with the finest aviation solutions today.Schedule: 4/10s - Monday-Thursday - 2:00pm-12:30amShift Differential: $2.00/hrPosition Overview:Performs tasks related to composite part manufacturing, including lamination, bonding, trimming, assembly and inspection.Essential Functions:Be able to work safely on a team and contribute to the manufacturing processBe able to learn how to inspect parts and processes, to ensure compliance with industry requirements and ensure quality in the manufacturing of productsBe able to use simple hand tools such as scissors, razor knives, tape measures, and sanding blocksMust be able to read and strictly adhere to written work instructions and detailed processesBe able to read and interpret blueprints and drawingsBe able to perform simple math calculations related to composite manufacturingBe able to operate composite manufacturing equipment such as ply cutters, platen presses, curing ovens, autoclaves, panel saws, and table sawsBe able to learn to operate curing equipment like ovens and autoclavesBe able to work with materials like fiberglass, carbon fiber, epoxy resins, and honeycomb coreBe able to work in dusty environments, sometimes hot conditions, or around solvents and chemical vaporsPerform vacuum bagging for different composite processes like prepreg molding, vacuum infusion, and wet layupsPerform adhesive bonding to create assemblies and subassembliesLay-out precise measurements by hand for trimming and assemblyTrim and drill parts to within specified tolerances using power tools like routers, drills, grinders, and sandersJob Specifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):Teamwork skills and the ability to follow instructionsCommunication skills both written and verbalOrganization skills with strong attention to detailCoachable attitude that is willing to learn new skillsAerospace or manufacturing experience preferredEducation, Certifications and Experience:High school diploma or GED1-2 years of composite layup experience preferred but not requiredPhysical Demands and Work Environment:Working conditions are normal for that of a manufacturing/machine shop/office environment.All employees are expected to adhere to Company safety policies and wear personal protective equipment when exposed to work areas or performing tasks where it is required.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.14 is required.The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assignedOur Competitive Benefits:PTO – Paid Time offPersonal LeaveAnnual performance bonus programWellness program and onsite gym with free personal trainingFlexible schedulePaid company holidaysComprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits with HSA and FSA options401K with employer contributionEmployer paid basic life & disability coverageEmployee life assistance programAdditional voluntary benefits include: LegalShield, long term disability, pet insurance, voluntary accident, voluntary hospital Indemnity and voluntary critical illness