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Composite Laminator (Days)

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Job Title: Composite Laminator (Days)
Location: Buckinghamshire/ Oxfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Surrey
Rate: £21 - £28 per hour
Contract: Ongoing

Overview:

We are supporting a leading composites manufacturer in numberous locations who are looking for experienced Composite Laminators to join their day shift team. You will be producing high-quality composite components for motorsport and advanced engineering projects, working to tight tolerances and high standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Hand-lay carbon fibre laminating using pre-preg materials
Working from technical drawings, ply books and work instructions
Preparing moulds, including cleaning, release application and general prep
Bagging and de-bagging components
Trimming, bonding and finishing composite parts
Ensuring components meet quality, dimensional and cosmetic requirements
Supporting production schedules and working effectively within a team environment
Requirements:

Previous experience as a composite laminator high-end composites preferred
Strong understanding of pre-preg laminating and cleanroom processes
Ability to interpret technical drawings and ply books
Excellent attention to detail
Reliable, punctual and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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