Manufacturing Technician

Buffalo, NY

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician Department: Manufacturing

Reports To: Operations 

Manager FLSA Status (Check all that apply):

☐  Exempt Salary            ☒  Non-Exempt Hourly

☐  Commission Only        ☐  Other:  

Supervises:  N/A Job 

Description Updated: September 23, 2026


Position Summary: 

A “hands on” position encompassing quality and manufacturing functions to produce multi-modal transit stations and transit platforms

Essential Functions: 

• Utilize hand and power tools to fabricate composite parts

• Perform fabrication tasks as required

• Handle materials safely and efficiently

• Prep for painting composites

• Repair damaged composite components by patching holes, and/or rebuilding

• Apply epoxy and polyurethane paint 

• Apply adhesive films, pastes, putties and other bonding compounds to join composite

• Lay out, measure, cut, and fabricate shape composite material fiber plies to conform to product engineering designs

• Fabricate/assemble composite components according to specifications

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace

• All other duties as assigned


Education and Experience: 

• Previous experience in carpentry or mechanical work, strongly preferred

• Experience with hand and power tools, millwork, machining, materials handling, fabrication, and assembly.

• Experience working with epoxy resins and other matrix materials


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of composite materials and their applications

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and blueprints accurately

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills 

• Dexterity and attention to detail 

• Ability using cutting, trimming, sanding, drilling, and finishing tools

• Capable reading and interpreting technical drawings and documentation

• Aptitude for following safety protocols for handling hazardous materials

• Familiarity with common fastening and joining techniques for composite

• Working knowledge of finish carpentry methods applicable to composite

• Ability to fabricate quality composite parts with minimal defects

• Aptitude for assessing and troubleshooting composite fabrication issues

• Capability to actively participate in continuous process improvement

• Capacity to effectively communicate with engineers, technicians, and leadership

• Ability to work precisely and accurately under deadlines


Physical Requirements:

• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. independently

• Frequent sitting, standing, crouching, use of arms and hands for extended period of times