Composite Assoc. 4 - Progression 1

This position will perform fabrication of Arrowhead Products Composite/Non-Metal components & products. It is a combination of the following jobs: Wire Machine Stripping, Wire Machine Operator, and Wire Machine Specialist.

• Perform setup and operation of ultra-lightweight equipment per specifications and planning requirements.
• Will fabricate wire ducts, shrouds, sleeves and hand push ducting.
• Will identify part defects and make proper corrections.
• Will cut and prep cuffs per blueprint and production planning specifications.
• Will cure, strip and coat ducting as required.
• Will perform spray coating and stripping operations of various parts using build mandrels.
• Fabricate various types of wire and hand push ducting.
• Verify incoming material and components are compliant to the approved specifications.
• Painting, vacuum bagging and curing of various parts.
• Remove minor imperfections using mechanical, manual and chemical methods according to approved process instructions.
• Will share job knowledge in machine operations for coating and bagging.
• May assist M.E. in developing new processes.
• Record all trace ability information of material used and log on shop travelers.
• Will maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, FOD-free fashion and adhere to all Safety standards
• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other job duties consistent with the Composite Associate Job Family may be assigned.

Specialist level will require the following:

• Responsible for assisting the department in the development of techniques to increase productivity, quality, and throughput of products and to share job knowledge in the department.

• High School Diploma or equivalent; previous manufacturing experience may be substituted for education requirement.
• Employees must bid into these classifications before progression is allowed to higher levels.
• Specialist - Progression/Bid into Specialist positions requires 3 years minimum in the preceding classification, in the same family, prior to progression/bid.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of compounds, cure release agents, care and maintenance, and good knowledge of records, planning and spec. Requirements.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, work orders and production planing documents.
• Ability to use standard manufacturing measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, scales, and depth gauges, etc.
• Must be capable of working with tight tolerances such as or - .001".
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to perform quality work in a safe and efficient manner.

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent lifting of up to 35 lbs.
• Frequent pushing and pulling.
• Bend, stoop, squat occasionally.
• Sit, stand and walk frequently.
• Talk and listen frequently.
• Occasional use of computers.
• Constant use and motion of hands and arms.
• Constant exposure to manufacturing shop noise.

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The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment. In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.