Location
Belmont, NC | United States
Job description
At Textum we thrive on developing innovative fabric and multi-dimensional preform solutions for our customers which help to advance their programs and push their technologies to the next level. We have unique expertise in developing textile solutions for extreme environments that we are leveraging for specialty composite production. The industries that we serve include aerospace, space, defense, energy, and infrastructure. Whether it's thermal protection systems for space vehicles, preforms for CMC components, or preforms and fabrics for carbon-carbon processing, we have the experience and expertise to help ensure our customer's success both as a reinforcement provider and through delivery of finished parts.
We are looking for a qualified Composite Technician to support development and production activities related to composite part manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have experience working around hot ovens/furnaces and have knowledge of proper chemical handling practices. They will be expected to maintain safety and productivity while working within a quality system, and they will support all aspects of production from supply chain management, to part production, and final delivery. The Composite Technician will perform a wide variety of hands-on activities including, but not limited to: kitting, molding, equipment maintenance, fabrication, and assembly.
This is a full-time, direct hire position with 1st shift hours.
Textum OPCO, LLC is a drug-free work environment.
Textum OPCO, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran or marital status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Typical Responsibilities
- Perform a wide variety of coordination tasks, including but not limited to: maintain and audit an AS9100 quality system, quality checks of production and R&D products, review customer quality requirements and certification creation.
- Ensure that customer concerns are reacted to efficiently and maintain a local corrective action database
- Ensure that all records are maintained to provide evidence that the QMS is being followed
- Ensure that all new staff are inducted into the requirements of QMS related to their own roles and responsibilities. Create and Provide updated training as necessary.
- Create trainings to new documents and specifications and assist process engineering with corrective actions.
- Ensure that all suppliers used by the organization are selected, evaluated and reevaluated and that records of this assessment are maintained.
- Complete various audits of the local quality systems, and escalate findings as needed.
- Think about continual improvements to QMS. Ensure that evidence of corrective and preventive actions taken are recorded and reviewed.
- Create certification documents for customers.
- Perform in-line quality checks of work in progress.
- Review customer quality requirements on incoming orders.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with textile weaving is a plus
- Experience working with composite materials is a plus
- Training and/or experience with AS9145 is a plus
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment autonomously and under pressure and complete all assigned tasks
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and perform basic math calculations
- Ability to solve problems using existing procedures to perform straightforward tasks
- Can work well with others in a diverse group and foster a cooperative work environment
- Possess a working knowledge of MS Office
- Ability to operate a variety of hand tools
- Demonstrated experience using Lean Methodologies with a Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Familiarity with SolidWorks, document control, and non-conformance disposition.
- Experience in the design and manufacture of complex, precise aerospace parts.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
- Established project management skills.
- Familiarity with various problem solving techniques: 8Ds; Fish-bones; 5Ys…
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality engineering or inspection
- Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD SECRET clearance.
- Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 is a requirement
- Ability to complete a FAIR is a requirement
- Audit experience is a requirement
- Candidates will be required to pass a drug test
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Training & Development
Job tags
Salary