Composites Leader

RED CAT HOLDINGS•Valdosta, GA

37d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented Composites Leader 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!

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
3-5 years experience in a manufacturing Supervisor, Team Leader or Manager role.
5-10+ years of experience in lamination or a similar manufacturing environment preferred.
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.
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 emergency facility responses or projects as needed
Requires frequent use of a computer and other standard office equipment for documentation, communication, and coordination tasks.
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

5-10+ years of experience in lamination or a similar manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Leadership: This is a working leader role that on the floor producing USV’s with the team every day. As a leader, you will ensure that the safety, quality, delivery and productivity objectives are met while also supporting and developing your team. Ensure performance reviews, and all other applicable HR policies and procedures 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. Be an active safety committee member, leading safety improvements and training. Manage all material handling and chemical storage processes. Manage and maintain the tooling, resin rig and other critical equipment or tools.
Plan Prepare and lead the infusion of the USV components. Ensure resin, hardener, glass, core and infusion materials are ready and prepared. Perform all the steps of loading, bagging and infusing fiberglass parts.
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. Complete ISPC (In-Station Process Control) sheets to record critical process steps and capture critical to quality, critical to safety and productivity results. 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. Lead team meetings and contribute to discussions aimed at improving processes, efficiency, and product quality. Adhere to all company quality procedures.