Composite Technician

Manufacturing               ·            Salt Lake City, UT            ·              Full time

Composite Technician

Job Details

Job Location: Fillauer Composites – Salt Lake City, UT

Description

Mission:

To lead the evolution, design, and technology of orthotic and prosthetic products and services that empower clinicians and patients to achieve their best functional outcomes.

History:

Fillauer was founded in 1914 by George Fillauer, Sr. In the mid-1920’s, Fillauer expanded its business to provide orthotic and prosthetic devices as well as patient care. Presently, Fillauer remains a privately-held company comprised of six business units, employing over 200 team members.  We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

Job Description:

Fillauer Composites is hiring a Composite Technician in Salt Lake City, Utah.  We build prosthetics and orthotics.  We train so no experience is necessary. The technician is accountable for the beginning stages of creating the prosthetics using a “lay-up” method using carbon fiber sheets. This position plays a critical role in the success of our company providing components that meet our quality standards and commitment to our overall business goals.

Responsibilities:

• Apply multiple layers of material/fiber to surfaces assuring adhesion and repeating the process until the desired thickness, contour, and strength is achieved
• Fit and smooth successive layers of materials in the proper orientation as necessary to secure build-up free from wrinkles, air pockets, contaminations, and voids
• Works from work orders, specifications, and written instructions to lay-up composites
• Use basic composite bagging procedures to complete the lay-up process
• If required, load and cure composite components in the press load or autoclave
• Monitors and verifies the quality of finished product
• Document work according to manufacturing order process
• Promote safe work area and general shop safety

Qualifications

Knowledge & Skills:

• Comfortable using power tools and standard shop equipment
• Must be able to read and follow detailed work instructions and prints
• Capable of lifting loads up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Self-motivation and inclination to take ownership of job duties
• Adhere to company policies and safety procedures

Qualifications:

• HS diploma or GED equivalent
• English language skills include the ability to read, comprehend, and write basic information
• Perform basic math functions to include addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication
• Basic computer skills; open and find data in simple applications
• English/Spanish a plus
• Must pass a background check, a drug screen, and verification of your ability to work in the U.S.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $17.50 – $20.00 per hour based on experience

Schedule: 8 hour shift

Work Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching

Fillauer is an EOE/AA employer.

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