Job Summary:
Using a variety of methods and processes to layout, cut and identify a variety of composite materials. May
be required to assist lower grade Operators.
Job Responsibilities:
• Works for APL’s, routings, specifications, and oral and written instructions to provide correct
materials and patterns as required for composites/advanced composites parts fabrication.
Operates the automated ply cutting machine and performs manual cutting of composites/advanced
composites prepreg materials.
• Selects and load proper materials on cutting table.
• Accesses nest file, assure proper material roll out on cutting surface, correctly align cutting
head at start point of program. May require troubleshooting and/or reprogramming of the
nest file as required.
• Identifies plies to applicable kits and bag and store kits for first in-first out usage. Routinely
takes inventory and rotates all kits and materials on hand.
• Maintains all necessary documentation and check materials for work-life conformity.
• May make minor adjustments to feed speeds and manual intervention of programs for cutting head
start points. May also be required to replace the machines cutting blade when dull.
• Uses a variety of hand tools such as scissors, electric cutters, knives, markers, bag heat sealers,
scale, and tape.
• Responsible for own quality of work and may be required to perform other duties as required.
