Manufacturing Tech

Rock West Composites, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for Composite Technician. We are looking for technicians for 1st (6am-3:30p) and 2nd (3pm-12:30am) shifts.

Rock West Composites, Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for commercial and government customers. This position is located in our West Jordan, Utah location and reports to the Director of Manufacturing.

The primary position covers all levels of general composites fabrication using various processes which include roll wrapping, filament winding, prepreg lay-up, vacuum bagged wet lay-up, and oven curing. You will be responsible for various tasks related to composite fabrication, bonding, and assembly. Your ability to interpret technical documents, perform precise lay-ups, and ensure the quality of finished products will be crucial.

• Responsible for all aspects of final processing for composite parts
• Machine operating; roll wrapping, filament winding, press machines, CNC machining, etc.
• Loading/Unloading materials and parts
• Deflashing
• Grinding, sanding, cutting, boring, and painting composite parts tubes to specified dimensions
• Slitting, drilling and other miscellaneous finish work using fixtures

• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on manufacturing experience required; experience with composites preferred.
• Backgrounds in wood, metal, auto body, or other work requiring strong hand coordination are also highly valued.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and engineering prints.
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers and tape measures to verify part dimensions and accuracy
• Ability to work without direct supervision to established manufacturing times
• Excellent attention to detail

• $3,000 Annual bonus
• 100% Employer paid medical and dental
• 5% 401K match
• Employee Stock Option Program (2.5% in 2021)
• Up to 4 weeks of PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Linked In Learning Licenses Available

This position requires the use of information which is subject to compliance with International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR). To conform to U.S. Government export regulations/ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (or, green card holder), protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Applicants cannot be hired until they are qualified to have such access. Some positions due to contracts will require current U.S. Citizenship.

The hourly range for this position falls within $17-$27. The final compensation will be determined based on experience, skillset, and other factors permitted by law.

At Rock West Composites, we care about our employees! We offer exceptional benefits to our full‑time team members, including 100% employer‑paid Medical & Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, and a 401K match. Plus, you’ll thrive in our fun and friendly working environment!

Rock West Composites is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law. Due to nature of defense contracts, US Citizenship is a requirement.

As part of our Drug and Alcohol Policy, upon acceptance of any offer of employment, employment will be conditional of passing a required drug test and employee will become part of the random drug testing.

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