Laminator I

SEKISUI Aerospace Corporation • Sumner, WA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Laminator I performs techniques to laminate composite components according to drawings and Standard Work Instructions (SWI). This is an entry/junior-level, semi-skilled individual contributor role operating factory-related processing equipment. The position requires little or no prior experience and is performed under close supervision, with competency in assigned skills developing over time.

The role involves laying up composite materials on mandrels and wrapping molds in preparation for curing to form composite parts. The employee checks manufacturing documentation for accuracy, reports discrepancies and schedule concerns to the supervisor, verifies materials and part identification, and follows production schedules and takt-time requirements. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Work is usually indoors, potentially in facilities that are not temperature-controlled. The job involves noise, hazardous equipment, contaminants, shared workspaces, and physical activity including handling objects up to 50 pounds, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and standing or walking for 8 to 12 or more hours per day. SEKISUI Aerospace provides position-appropriate personal protective equipment for production-floor work.

Requirements

• Ability to read and understand detailed instructions and follow demonstrated steps.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of process specifications.
• Basic math skills.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in composite manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lay up composite materials on mandrels according to the manufacturing plan and SWI instructions, and wrap molds with composite materials in preparation for curing.
• Check prior manufacturing-planning documentation for accuracy and report discrepancies and schedule concerns to the supervisor.
• Verify that materials used conform to the manufacturing plan.
• Verify the part ID tag and sign off on work performed.
• Adhere to production schedules and takt-time allowances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED