Composite Kitting CNC Operator and Autoclave Support

Kaman Corporation
  • Bennington, VT
    9 days ago

    Job Description

    About the Role

    Join our Lay-up/Kitting cell on third shift to turn engineering intent into precise composite kits. You will run a CNC cutting table, keep time/temperature-sensitive materials compliant and organized, and provide certified backup coverage on the autoclave.

    Who You Report To

    Production Cell Leader – Lay-up/Kitting

    A Day in the Life

    • Start your shift by reviewing job travelers and planning floor space for incoming deliveries.
    • Set up and operate the CNC cutting machine to create accurate material kits for active orders.
    • Hand-cut materials when required to meet specifications or expedite short-turn requests.
    • Label materials, complete travelers, and enter data accurately into Epicor and Excel.
    • Use Epicor data to manage freezer inventory and control Time and/or Temperature Sensitive (TATS) materials.
    • Verify expiration and cure dates, communicating short lead times to the lay-up cell.
    • Leverage TATS trackers and dashboards to maintain 100% lot traceability and kit availability.
    • Monitor daily stock levels of materials and adhesives; coordinate with Purchasing for timely replenishment.
    • Collaborate with Engineering to program and validate new kits on the cutting machine.
    • Assist the Cell Leader with scheduling jobs on the cutting machines to meet demand.
    • Obtain and maintain certification to operate the autoclave for secondary coverage.

    How You’ll Contribute

    • Work safely with a goal of zero injuries.
    • Keep the work area orderly; complete preventive maintenance and end-of-shift cleanup per standard procedures.
    • Finish all paperwork and system entries completely and on time.
    • Engage in continuous improvement within the cell and across the company.
    • Raise issues promptly to your manager or the appropriate contact.
    • Follow all company policies, procedures, and work rules; perform other tasks as assigned.

    What You Bring

    • High School Diploma or GED.
    • 2–5 years of manufacturing experience; prior use of measuring/cutting tools and knowledge of inventory control is a plus.
    • Comfort with computer hardware and job-related software; able to set up programs, enter data, and generate reports (Epicor and Excel experience beneficial).
    • Strong mechanical aptitude.
    • Solid basic math skills; able to read a ruler and tape measure.
    • Clear, courteous verbal and interpersonal communication.
    • Ability to read and follow written and verbal technical instructions.
    • Excellent organization, planning, time management, and attention to detail.
    • Calm, professional approach to high workload and shifting schedules.
    • Team-oriented collaborator who can also work independently with minimal supervision.
    • Familiarity with and adherence to employment, job-specific, environmental, health, safety, and quality procedures.

    Schedule and Physical Requirements

    • Third-shift role; overtime may include coverage on other shifts and weekends as needed.
    • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed and to stoop, kneel, reach, bend, stand, and walk throughout the shift.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBennington, VT

    Skills

    • Adhesivesunmatched
    • Autoclaveunmatched
    • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
    • Computer Hardwareunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Cutting Toolsunmatched
    • Data Entryunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Educational Technologyunmatched
    • Environmental Healthunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Mathematicsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Reporting Dashboardsunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Traceabilityunmatched
    • Travel Planningunmatched

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