| Location | Santa Ana, CA |
We are seeking a detail-oriented Composite Lab Technician to support composite materials processing, testing, and product-development activities. This full-time role works closely with the Technical/R&D team to process and characterize composite materials, maintain accurate test records, and support quality, safety, and laboratory standards.
The ideal candidate has hands-on laboratory, manufacturing, production-shop, or composites experience; strong attention to detail; and the ability to work safely with lab and processing equipment.
Perform composite materials processing activities, including layup, kitting, bagging, curing, and machining.
Safely operate laboratory and composite-processing equipment, such as autoclaves, vacuum ovens, furnaces, analytical instruments, mechanical testing equipment, and machining equipment.
Conduct lab-scale resin mixing and coating trials while maintaining complete and accurate records.
Perform physical, mechanical, and analytical testing according to established specifications, standards, and procedures.
Maintain clear, concise, and accurate testing documentation and ensure testing equipment meets applicable business and quality requirements.
Work with supervisors to maintain an organized work schedule and communicate resource needs to affected departments.
Provide feedback on laboratory processes, work instructions, and documentation.
Collaborate effectively with other laboratory employees and support business needs as assigned by supervision.
Follow all laboratory rules, company policies, quality-system requirements, and health and safety procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory work area on a daily basis.
Support ongoing quality control and product-integrity requirements.