Composite Repair Technician
This position reports directly to the Supervisor, Composite Assembly. The Composite Repair Technician is responsible for Repairing of various helicopter parts using a variety of different materials and resins depending on the parts and the repair instruction provided. The Composite Repair Technician will use small hand and pneumatic tools for surface preparation and sanding. The Composite Repair Technician will also learn bagging techniques when doing wet lay-ups.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Production:
Reinforce parts using composite materials in a wet layup process
Strong knowledge of composite lay-up techniques
Measure materials using basic metric measuring equipment
Prepare parts for curing process through bagging techniques
Keen awareness of the importance and impact their work has on downstream processes
Ensure all production orders are completed fully and properly with all traceability for all parts.
Working knowledge of IFMA's, EI's and Technical notes (specifications)
Reworking of parts to fix any non-conforming imperfections
Understanding of proper repairing techniques - surface preparation, resin mixing, wet lay-ups, bagging and curing methods
Report to lead hand recommendations for process improvements and provide explanations and demonstrations as required
Departmental Involvement:
Foster health and safety in the workplace and knowledge of health and safety requirements
Demonstrate standard work practices to ensure quality standards are met
Ensure work areas and equipment are kept clean and neat - 5S and FOD free
Assist with work station set up
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
Experience using small hand tools such as spreaders, sanders, drills, grinders, tape measure, digital scales
Knowledge of reading and understanding instruction documents
Knowledge of wet lay-ups is an asset
Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:
Knowledge of quality requirements and how to effectively meet quality standards
Teamwork focus
Attention to detail
Follow standardized repair instructions
Experience in aerospace industry preferred
Organized Individual
Work independently under general supervision
Ability to set priorities & multitask
Knowledge of small hand and pneumatic tools
Job Requirements
Required to work weekly rotating shifts
Must be able to legally work in Canada
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Helicopters Canada LtdEmployment Type:
Permanent-------
Experience Level:
Entry LevelJob Family:
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