Composites Technician II

Team: Production

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Commitment: Full-time (Non-exempt)

Workplace Type: onsite

Responsibilities

• Technicians will be required to operate various types of machinery and equipment used in the production process.
• Technicians must be able to understand and follow work orders, production drawings, and verbal instructions.
• Assemble components, subassemblies, or finished products according to specifications and instructions.
• Inspect products for defects, ensuring they meet quality standards, and reporting any issues.
• Housekeeping, which includes keeping their work area organized and free of hazards, as well as following safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively with other team members and supervisors to ensure smooth production flow and address any issues.
• Production environments can be fast-paced and dynamic, so flexibility and adaptability are important.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production settings including pre-preg, wet lay up, and more.
• Proficiency with two-part epoxy systems, including installation and removal of cured two-part epoxy.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools, and oven curing.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, good communication skills, and the ability to work in a team.
• The ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CNC Routers
• Ability to operate forklift
• Familiarity with MES systems.

Attributes to Core Values

• Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
• Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose.
• Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good.
• Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level.
• Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress.
• Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.