Manufacturing Technician

Engineered Plastics Inc.
  • Buffalo, NY
    5 days ago

    Job Description

    Job Title: Manufacturing Technician Department: Manufacturing

    Reports To: Operations 

    Manager FLSA Status (Check all that apply):

      Exempt Salary              Non-Exempt Hourly

      Commission Only          Other:  

    Supervises:  N/A Job 

    Description Updated: September 23, 2026


    Position Summary: 

    A “hands on” position encompassing quality and manufacturing functions to produce multi-modal transit stations and transit platforms

    Essential Functions: 

    • Utilize hand and power tools to fabricate composite parts

    • Perform fabrication tasks as required

    • Handle materials safely and efficiently

    • Prep for painting composites

    • Repair damaged composite components by patching holes, and/or rebuilding

    • Apply epoxy and polyurethane paint 

    • Apply adhesive films, pastes, putties and other bonding compounds to join composite

    • Lay out, measure, cut, and fabricate shape composite material fiber plies to conform to product engineering designs

    • Fabricate/assemble composite components according to specifications

    • Maintain a clean and organized workspace

    • All other duties as assigned


    Education and Experience: 

    • Previous experience in carpentry or mechanical work, strongly preferred

    • Experience with hand and power tools, millwork, machining, materials handling, fabrication, and assembly.

    • Experience working with epoxy resins and other matrix materials


    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Knowledge of composite materials and their applications

    • Ability to follow detailed instructions and blueprints accurately

    • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills 

    • Dexterity and attention to detail 

    • Ability using cutting, trimming, sanding, drilling, and finishing tools

    • Capable reading and interpreting technical drawings and documentation

    • Aptitude for following safety protocols for handling hazardous materials

    • Familiarity with common fastening and joining techniques for composite

    • Working knowledge of finish carpentry methods applicable to composite

    • Ability to fabricate quality composite parts with minimal defects

    • Aptitude for assessing and troubleshooting composite fabrication issues

    • Capability to actively participate in continuous process improvement

    • Capacity to effectively communicate with engineers, technicians, and leadership

    • Ability to work precisely and accurately under deadlines


    Physical Requirements:

    • Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. independently

    • Frequent sitting, standing, crouching, use of arms and hands for extended period of times

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBuffalo, NY

    Skills

    • Blueprintsunmatched
    • Carpentryunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Component Assemblyunmatched
    • Composite Materialsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Drillingunmatched
    • Hand Toolsunmatched
    • Hazardous Materials/Substancesunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Machiningunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)unmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Product Designunmatched
    • Product Engineeringunmatched
    • Software Patchesunmatched
    • Technical Drawingunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

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