Composite Materials Supervisor

Responsibilities: Provide technical project management and daily supervision of an expanding composites department. Identify and ensure adequate and appropriate resources are assigned to product/projects to ensure the design is controlled, the company's goals for the successful completion of the product/project are achieved and the customer's needs are met. Report on performance and maintain a budget for the effective operation of the composite department. Supervise layups, custom vacuum bagging, oven, autoclave processing and operation of hydraulic presses and associated equipment. Identify customer needs and develop effective solutions while working in a team environment.

Qualifications: Position requires working knowledge of many typical resin/matrix types with particular emphasis on materials for aircraft related tooling and parts. Knowledge of press operation, autoclave and oven thermal process using vacuum bag methods is a must. Strong mechanical aptitude. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other business-related programs. Familiarity will Catia or Surfcam is a plus. Complete attention to detail for accurate and timely completion of jobs. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced deadline orientated environment. Direct supervisory or technical management experience is a major plus. Skills Highly organized Excellent written and verbal communication Mathematical reasoning Complex Problem Solving Analytical Thinking Atten to Detail Ability to multi-task

Education and Experience: BS/MS in Engineering Materials Science or ME with Advanced Materials focus. 5+ years of industrial experience with direct composites development, production and/or design background Ability to read and work from blueprints in 2D and 3D Proficient mathematical skills with the ability to interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances. (GD&T)