Manufacturing Technician
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