Composite Technician – Tier 1 - Finishing

Crosslink Laminates Inc. is a family operated, fast growing company. We manufacture a variety of fiberglass parts and ship around the world. Full-time, permanent position. Full-time hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00am to 4:30pm; Friday 7:00am to 11:00am, with some overtime if needed.

Job Description

We are seeking an entry-level Composite Technician with attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and follow through when given detailed instruction. Primary responsibility will be sanding, buffing, drilling holes and finishing parts on the Finishing Department Team. We provide a Tiering System which allows for advancement.

Supervisor(s): Anmolbir Kaur, Lead Hand Finishing

Job Responsibilities

- Following all company policies, procedures, and values.
- Working with a variety of polyester resins, chemicals, fiberglass materials, and specialty tools.
- Composite hand lay-up as per instructions/drawings.
- Ability to demonstrate good working knowledge of composite materials, processes, and best practices.
- Sanding, buffing, drilling fiberglass parts according to templates and blueprint specifications.
- Polishing, deburring, and grinding of composite parts as per instructions/drawings.
- Repair and assemble parts/components/sub-assemblies using special jigs and fixtures.
- Good knowledge of measuring instruments, its proper and accurate usage, which includes gauges, calipers, etc.
- Ability to demonstrate good working knowledge of composite materials, processes, and best practices.
- Mixing catalysts into polyester resins and saturating cloth and mats with mixtures, using brushes; pat or press layers of saturated mat or cloth into place on molds, using brushes or hands, and smooth out wrinkles and air bubbles with rollers; release air bubbles and smooth seams, using rollers.
- Assisting Lead Hand in whatever capacity is required to meet volume quotas.
- Keeping work areas clean and up to Health and Safety standards.
- Wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment and practising safety procedures effectively.




- Cross-training available.
- Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

- General mechanical aptitude
- Manufacturing or fiberglass experience is an asset
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, tool designs, illustrated plans, and sketches.
- Composite and manufacturing background a definite asset.
- Knowledge and experience operating hand, power, and measurement tools; including grinders, sanders, diamond cutters, polishers, drills, and calipers.
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects and be on your feet for long periods of time.

Competencies

- Strong attention to detail, with excellent problem-solving abilities, and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Demonstrates the ability to multi-task, and work under minimal supervision in a rapid-paced team environment while meeting all scheduling/production requirements.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic and sense of urgency for completing assigned work with quality and productivity; ensuring no aspect of the work is neglected.
- Works to overcome obstacles in completing tasks and assignments, including an ability to adjust priorities to multiple demands and unanticipated events.
- Strong commitment to ownership of quality of work produced daily, accepting full responsibility (positive or negative) of the outcomes; and when appropriate admits mistakes and refocuses efforts.
- Creative and artistic abilities an asset.

Will require steel-toed work boots, we supply all other Personal Protective Equipment.

Perks:

- Eligible for the Benefits Package and Work Boots/Clothing Allowance of up to $250 per year after the initial 90-day probationary period.
- Quarterly Profit Distribution Depending on Overall Company Performance
- Work Half-Day Fridays
- On-Site Parking

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Grand Bend, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Composite Technician - Tier 1 - Finishing (Grand Bend)
🏢 Crosslink Laminates
📍 Grand Bend