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Composites Lead Technician

Johnson Service Group

Manchester, CT

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
LOCATION
Manchester, CT
POSTED
28 days ago

Pay Rate: $31.50/hr
OT Pay Rate: $47.25 

Temp to Perm 

Job Description
  • Lead daily composite fabrication with a relentless focus on safety, quality, schedule, efficiency, and cost control.
  • Prep molds, tools, and work surfaces per work instructions and process specs.
  • Execute and guide the full composite build process: cutting/kitting, layup, molding, deflash, bonding, and assembly—aligned to drawings, ply books, and standards.
  • Perform in-process inspections for workmanship, spec adherence, and FOD prevention.
  • Maintain material traceability and accurate process documentation (because details matter).
  • Train, audit, certify, and mentor composite technicians; maintain training records.
  • Assign daily work, provide technical direction, and remove roadblocks for the team.
  • Serve as the primary technical liaison between Operations, Engineering, and Quality for build issues.
  • Own improvements to work instructions and process standardization—turn “tribal knowledge” into repeatable excellence.
  • Coordinate production status updates and help keep schedules on track.
  • Maintain a clean, organized work cell and support 5S.
  • Step in as acting Supervisor when needed.

Requirements
  • Minimum of 6+ years of hands-on aerospace composite manufacturing experience.
  • Proven ability to lead, train, and mentor technicians in a production setting.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, train, audit, and/or certify technicians in a production environment
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, ply layup diagrams, work instructions, and process specifications
  • Strong working knowledge of composite material handling, cutting and kitting, layup, molding, deflash, bonding, and assembly
  • Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 quality standards and strong FOD prevention practices
  • Experience using precision measurement tools (scales, calipers, laser projection/alignment systems)
  • Process improvement mindset, including work instruction development and standardization
  • Root cause analysis skills and a hands-on, technical problem-solving approach
  • Clear communication and cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Quality
  • High attention to detail, accountability, and pride in producing quality workmanship
  • Strong safety awareness, operational discipline, and ability to perform in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment

Work Environment 
  • Location: Manufacturing floor in an aerospace composite production environment
  • Schedule: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday–Friday (occasional overtime/weekends during deadlines/testing)
  • Travel: Minimal (<10%)
  • Physical: prolonged standing/sitting; lift up to 50 lbs; frequent detailed hand work; exposure to shop materials/chemicals/equipment
  • Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Security: Work may occur in ITAR-regulated or classified environments
  • Tools/Tech: Composite tools, precision measurement equipment, ERP/MES systems, digital work instructions, and Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint

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JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Company

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Johnson Service Group

At JSG, We Understand People

It is our mission to empower people, help our clients reach their goals, and hire motivated individuals.

Since our start in 1984, we’ve worked hard to establish our present position as the most effective cross-industry staffing and consulting solution available.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL with local offices throughout the United States and Canada, JSG proudly serves a diverse range of industries with the right solutions to help clients reach their company goals. Our client-centric approach enables us to create personalized solutions for businesses in need of top-tier talent.  Our dedication doesn’t stop at our clients. We strive to connect candidates with opportunities that match their skills and goals. More than just a go-between, we are a dependable bridge, uniting top talent with suitable opportunities, facilitating shared opportunities and growth.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1984
WEBSITE
https://www.jsginc.com/