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SEKISUI Aerospace is seeking professionals who thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments and are committed to delivering quality at every step of production for our Laminator I - weekend shift position at our Renton, WA facility.
At SEKISUI Aerospace, precision matters. Every layer, every detail, every component contributes to aircraft trusted around the world. We’re looking for skilled, detail-driven Laminators who take pride in craftsmanship and want to be part of something bigger than a production line. This is hands-on work with advanced composite materials in a fast-paced aerospace environment where quality isn’t optional, it’s mission critical. If you’re ready to build with purpose, we’re ready to meet you!
Weekend Shift Schedule: 4:00AM - 4:30PM, Friday - Sunday
Pay Range: $22.25 - $26.25 DOE (FT Non-Exempt) 4 Comp Hours
Why You'll Love It Here
At SEKISUI Aerospace, you’ll work alongside skilled professionals supporting world-class aerospace programs. We offer competitive pay, benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a workplace where craftsmanship and teamwork are valued every day. You’ll join a team that supports major aerospace programs and values craftsmanship, reliability, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive pay, benefits, career growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute to products that literally take flight.
- Paid, hands-on training to help you build your skills from day one.
- Opportunities for advancement — many of our supervisors started in this role.
- Competitive hourly pay, overtime opportunities, and shift differentials.
About Us
For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.
Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.
SEKISUI Aerospace strives to provide an employee-friendly environment in which goal-oriented individuals thrive as they achieve even more demanding challenges. We are committed to excellence, managing our company with Integrity, Dignity & Respect, Trust, Engagement in all that we do, and Passion to get the job done to the best of our abilities.
Benefits
- Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available)
- Dental, Vision, Prescription
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
- 8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!
- 15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available for immediate use; prorated first year
Position
The Laminator performs a variety of techniques to laminate composite components according to drawings and Standard Work Instruction (SWI).
Responsibilities Include
- Lay-up composite materials on mandrels according to the manufacturing plan and standard work instructions (SWI); wrap mold with composite materials, in preparation for curing process, to form composite parts.
- Check for accuracy in all prior documentation of manufacturing planning; reporting all discrepancies and schedule concerns to the supervisor.
- Verify materials being used are according to manufacturing plan.
- Verify part ID tag and sign off on work performed.
- Adhere to schedules and time allowances, takt time, for production requirements.
Experience
- One year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience in composite manufacturing a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to read and understand detailed instructions and follow demonstrated steps.
- Basic understanding of process specifications.
- Acute attention to detail.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Basic math and computer skills.
Computer Skills
- Basic computer skills
Working Conditions
While performing the typical duties of this job, employees will experience the conditions noted below. PPE is provided to protect employees against physical harm or hazards in the workplace environment.
- Usually work indoors. These sites may not be temperature controlled
- Exposure to loud sounds and distracting noise levels
- Exposure to hazardous equipment
- Exposure to contaminants
- Shared workspaces with other employees
- Requires handling objects of up to 30 lbs.
- Lifting, pushing, pulling, and bending
- Standing and/or walking for 8 to 12 or more hours per day (varies based on role, shift, and overtime)
Required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Required PPE provided by SEKISUI Aerospace based on the employee’s position and exposure. Below are typical PPE used on the production floor. Appropriate PPE must be worn by all employees when on the production floor.
- Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
- Full Face Shield
- Gloves (Latex, Rubber, Chemical Resistant, General Duty)
- Protective Apron
- Respirator
- Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings
SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.
Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
People with Disabilities
SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.
Please call if you need accommodation.
Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425-235-2750
Sumner Operations: 253-863-7868
E-Verify Statement
SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process must be completed in conjunction with a new hire’s completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Pay
SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the pay for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets.
Please note that the pay rate shown above is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Our Values
The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.
Learn more about us here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/about
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Salary : $22 - $26