Entry Level Composites Technician

About Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh company

Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.

Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster.

OVERVIEW: Composites Technician is responsible for all aspects of manufacturing laminated composite parts using a wide range of methods for a variety of applications. Technician will cut materials, mix resin, laminate, trim, and finish components. Candidates for this position should have work experience manufacturing laminate composite parts. This position requires operating common hand tools, a strong mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail. The candidate will execute the requirements of the work orders and process components accordingly in a highly professional manner. The candidate should have the ability to check his/her own work and be very detail oriented to ensure a “world class” product as well as meet deadlines and document progress. The candidate must also be dependable, time conscious and work efficiently to achieve department goals on a weekly basis with minimal supervision. In this position the technician will frequently work with a small team of Engineers, Assembly Technicians, Fabricators, Designers, and Mechanics to manufacture customer goods.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, all the following;

• Preparing materials for lay-up including core, fabric, and vacuum bag processing materials
• Laminating composite parts
• Trimming composite parts with common hand tools (grinders, saws, cut-off wheel, etc.)
• Ability to interface with other departments to accomplish tasks
• Ability to use Windows based computers (email, general software)
• Must follow instructions precisely and consistently in an ISO 9001 environment.
• Able to learn new skills and methods quickly
• Able to perform in a dynamic and fast paced environment
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Work safely to comply with all business expectations

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Hands-on mechanical skills including the ability to use all common hand tools
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage his/her own time to achieve deadlines and continually maintain and improve workspace

DESIRED SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Previous experience with any composite manufacturing processes (wet lay-up, prepreg, RTM, ect.)
• Ability to read blueprints
• Basic computer knowledge (e.g. Microsoft office)
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Preferred prior experience in an ISO quality environment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: In addition to the responsibilities mentioned above, the ideal candidate must possess but not limited to all the following:

• Be a team player
• Have great attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Be reliable (with reliable mode of transportation)
• Have excellent mechanical ability and likes to work with their hands
• Strong work ethic and pride in their workmanship
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and stand most of the day while working 40 hour work week (Day shift) with overtime paid as worked
• Day Shift 6:30 am work start time M-F
• Must be flexible with schedule to accommodate fixed deadlines sometimes working Saturday and or Sunday

This position may require lawful access to ITAR/EAR controlled information and employees in this role will need to meet those requirements. Requirements include US Citizenship, US Permanent Resident or ability to meet licensure requirements.

Pratt Miller is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.