What are the responsibilities and job description for the Composite Manufacturing Technician New position at Gulf Wind Technology?
Summary
We are seeking a skilled Composite Manufacturing Technician to join our composites team in New Orleans. This role focuses on hands on production of high-quality composite components used in the wind energy, automotive, and aerospace industries. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with a variety of composite manufacturing methods and is capable of supporting field service teams when required.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a skilled Composite Manufacturing Technician to join our composites team in New Orleans. This role focuses on hands on production of high-quality composite components used in the wind energy, automotive, and aerospace industries. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with a variety of composite manufacturing methods and is capable of supporting field service teams when required.
Responsibilities
- Manufacture high-quality composite components following established specifications and quality standards.
- Perform composite fabrication using VARTM, resin infusion, pre-preg, hand layup, and other advanced composite processes.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality procedures.
- Assist in developing and refining manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and product reliability.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and service teams to resolve technical issues.
- Support field service operations as needed, including travel to customer or project sites.
- Conduct inspections, repairs, and adjustments on composite parts in the field or at the factory.
- 2-10 years of experience manufacturing composite components.
- Strong proficiency with composite processing techniques such as VARTM, infusion, pre-preg, layups, trimming, curing, and finishing.
- Solid understanding of composite materials, structural behavior, curing reactions, and process–material interactions.
- Familiarity with tooling, molds, vacuum systems, and controlled-environment production.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and process documents.
- Willingness to travel for field service assignments when required.
- Strong attention to detail, craftsmanship, and problem-solving skills.
- Previous relevant experience, preferably in the wind industry, but candidates with translatable experience are encouraged to apply.