Composite Assembly Technician

Plainview, NY

Pay: $21-$23/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Opportunity

A leading aerospace and advanced manufacturing organization is seeking a Composite Assembly Technician to join its team in Plainview, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with manufacturing or assembly experience who enjoy hands‑on work, precision craftsmanship, and working with advanced materials in a production environment.

• Assemble composite and electromechanical components using specialized fixtures and tooling

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and manufacturing instructions

• Use calipers, scales, and other measuring tools to verify specifications and tolerances

• Drill composite materials using air hand drills, drill presses, and drill fixtures

• Drill and countersink aluminum plates for rivet installation

• Sand, shape, and finish composite materials to quality standards

• Install hardware, including nut plates and cherry rivets, using hand tools and riveters

• Mix and apply chemical adhesives according to work instructions

• Install manufactured harnesses and perform basic crimping work

• Inspect completed assemblies to ensure quality and accuracy

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

• Follow all company safety policies and manufacturing procedures

• High school diploma or GED required

• One or more years of manufacturing, assembly, production, or related experience preferred

• Experience working with composite materials is a plus

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work instructions in English

• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, drills, riveters, and measuring devices

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Ability to perform basic math calculations, including fractions and decimals

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Frequent standing and use of hands throughout the workday

• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds as needed

• Ability to wear required safety equipment, including particle masks when necessary

• Strong visual acuity, including close vision and depth perception for detailed assembly work

• Competitive pay of $21-$23/hour

• Stable Monday-Friday, first-shift schedule

• Opportunity to work on highly engineered products in an innovative manufacturing environment

• Potential for permanent employment based on performance and business needs

If you have manufacturing, assembly, mechanical, or composite materials experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with growth potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay Details: $21.00 to $23.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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