Composites Technician - Table Cutter

At Layup Parts, our mission is simple: deliver high quality composite parts faster. We are a manufacturing startup that’s transforming how composite parts are made for the aerospace and defense industries. Our customers are developing tomorrow's high-tech products, and we are building technology to accelerate their success.

We are seeking a skilled **Composites Technician** to join our manufacturing team with a focus on **table cutting operations**. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and cutting composite materials using CNC cutting tables (Eastman) to support downstream lamination and production processes. This is a hands-on position that plays a critical role in ensuring material accuracy, efficiency, and quality.

### What You’ll Do

• **Operate cutting equipment:** Set up, program, and run Eastman cutting machines to cut prepreg, dry fabric, and other composite materials according to production requirements.
• **Material preparation:** Pull, thaw, and stage prepreg rolls; handle and organize composite materials to maintain proper freezer/thaw tracking and shelf-life controls.
• **File and program management:** Load and execute cut files from engineering, verify ply orientation and nesting layouts, and ensure accuracy before cutting.
• **Quality assurance:** Inspect cut plies for accuracy, defects, and completeness; label, organize, and kit cut materials for production teams.
• **Maintenance:** Perform routine machine cleaning, blade changes, and preventive maintenance on cutting tables to ensure consistent performance.
• **Documentation:** Accurately record material usage, waste, and cut part data in ERP/MES systems; support traceability and quality record-keeping requirements.
• **Collaboration:** Work closely with engineers, laminators, and production staff to ensure kits are delivered on time and meet specifications.

### What We’re Looking For

• **Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with!**
• 3+ years of experience in a composites manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with Gerber, Eastman, or other automated cutting tables.
• Understanding of composite materials (prepregs, dry fabric, core materials) and freezer/thaw handling practices.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, cut files, and work instructions.
• Comfortable using ERP/MES systems for data entry and tracking.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to handle material rolls, move kits, and stand for extended periods.