Composite Technician

Master the Art of Composite Craftsmanship: Explore a Career as a Composites Technician!

Job Specification

About Us

We are Datum Advanced Composites Private Limited – a rapidly growing fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite manufacturing business from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. At Datum, we design, develop, and manufacture high-performance, lightweight FRP composite products for our customers. We cover all aspects of the composite product lifecycle, from new product design, process development, prototyping, verification and validation, and series production to aftersales product support. We offer accurate market intelligence and industry-leading technical training courses to help businesses and professionals grow effectively.

Our customer base includes global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Micro, Small & Medium Scale Enterprises (MSMEs), Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and academic organisations hailing from the Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Mass Transport, Marine, Renewable Energy and Healthcare sectors. We work with customers on one-off assignments, short-term projects, multi-stage programmes and long-term development partnerships. At Datum, we cater to a diverse customer base. You will get an opportunity to work on a wide variety of solutions ranging from unmanned platforms, aerospace and defence systems, marine structures, automotive parts, energy systems, smart prosthetics to robotics.

Job Description

As a Composite Technician, you will play a vital role in the manufacturing process, ensuring the precision and quality of our composite products. Your expertise will be integral to achieving accurate patterns, precise material mixing, meticulous mould preparation, and the production of superior composite parts using a range of advanced techniques. You will join the Operations job family in our Advanced Manufacturing Facility at 523, Ratanpur, Panki, Kanpur – 208020, Uttar Pradesh, India. The role is Full-time and Permanent.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate shall be responsible for performing the following activities:

Performing kitting of composite raw materials (e.g. fabric, preforms, prepreg, core)
Ensuring accurate and precise patterns and mould tools are obtained.
Mixing resins and other materials by following established manufacturing processes and work instructions.
Preparing mould tools for lamination process, ensuring proper mould release application.
Manufacturing conforming composite parts using wet (hand) layup, resin infusion, resin transfer moulding, prepreg moulding, roll wrapping, filament winding and/or compression moulding processes.
Overseeing the curing process to ensure proper material consolidation and strength.
Carrying out trimming and machining of composite parts which meets design specification.
Applying paint and other protective coatings as required, achieving the desired finish.
Maintaining comprehensive documentation in adherence to ISO9001 and AS9100 standards and other relevant quality guidelines.

Key Personal Attributes, Experiences and Qualifications

The successful candidate shall demonstrate the following attributes:

Essential

Interpersonal attributes align with Datum’s core business values and behaviours.
Diploma in plastic engineering/mechanical engineering/chemical engineering.
Proven experience in composites manufacturing processes and joining techniques.
Proficient in kit cutting, lamination, curing, trimming, and painting of composite materials.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
Detail-oriented with excellent precision and craftsmanship.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot production issues effectively.
Exceptional teamwork and communication skills.

Desired

5+ years of experience in composite processing methods such as wet layup, resin infusion, resin transfer moulding, filament winding, compression moulding and prepreg moulding.
Advanced vocational training or certification in composites manufacturing or a related field.
Experience working with advanced composite materials and aerospace components.
Familiarity with CNC machines and other relevant equipment.
Strong understanding of ISO9001 and AS9100 quality standards.

Benefits and Additional Information

We offer excellent career development opportunities, competitive salaries, and exceptional benefits. We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce.

All employment is subject to satisfactory candidate assessment, references provided, attainment of either a security clearance or police verification, medical assessment, and right-to-work permit, as applicable.

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