Roseburg Startup FiberShape Hiring Experienced Composite Manufacturing Technician

ROSEBURG, Ore. - FiberShape, a startup developing structural composite products in Roseburg, is seeking an experienced composite layup technician to assist with its manufacturing operations.

The company is currently in the prototyping phase and is looking for someone with experience planning and carrying out vacuum infusion processes, including preparing molds, laying up materials, and troubleshooting production issues.

The position is initially part-time, with a flexible schedule determined by mutual agreement. According to the company, there is potential for full-time employment as production increases.

Pay will be based on experience, and the position will remain open until filled.

FiberShape provided the following job description and application instructions.

Job Posting Provided by FiberShape

FiberShape is a startup that is developing structural composite products in Roseburg, OR. We are looking for an experienced composite layup technician to assist with vacuum infusion manufacturing.

Your main qualification for this job is the ability to plan and execute the full vacuum infusion process. Responsibilities include:
Mold preparation, dry-fiber cutting and layup, bagging, infusion, debagging, and demolding.
Help determine optimal locations of resin-feed and vacuum lines based on the part geometry and laminate
Be able to troubleshoot manufacturing issues that arise with the infusion process; identify process improvements; and inspect parts for defects

Desired qualifications and responsibilities:
Possess knowledge of fiber and resin systems for vacuum infusion.
Work with engineering to improve parts throughout their lifecycle to balance part performance with manufacturing needs and constraints.

Additional expectations:
Follow standard safety protocols, which include: maintaining a safe and clean workspace, properly handling chemicals, and using necessary PPE.
Help with various general shop duties, which include: cleaning, moving supplies and equipment, and setting up work stations.

Schedule:
Currently, this position is available on a part-time basis, with hours and work days set by mutual agreement between you and FiberShape. There will be an option for full-time employment with standard M-F day-shift hours in the future with an increase in production.

Application:
Please provide a resume or a letter that lists your experience in composite manufacturing and vacuum-infusion processes. Include your responsibilities and describe the types and sizes of parts that you have infused. Additionally, please provide your availability including weekdays and weekends.

Please contact me directly for any additional information. All applications should be submitted through email:
(541) 580-9495
stefanball4@gmail.com

Pay:
Competitive hourly wage will be provided dependent on experience.