Job Description

Job Location: Woodland, WA 98674
Salary Range: $19.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Located in Woodland, WA, LifePort is the leading manufacturer of medical transportation and interior products as well as ballistic armor protection systems for fixed and rotary wing aircraft.  From large multi-aircraft projects to small custom projects, LifePort supplies the industry’s largest aerospace OEMs and end users with the finest aviation solutions today.
Position Overview:
Performs tasks related to composite part manufacturing, including lamination, bonding, trimming, assembly and inspection.
Essential Functions:
- Be able to work safely on a team and contribute to the manufacturing process
- Be able to learn how to inspect parts and processes, to ensure compliance with industry requirements and ensure quality in the manufacturing of products
- Be able to use simple hand tools such as scissors, razor knives, tape measures, and sanding blocks
- Must be able to read and strictly adhere to written work instructions and detailed processes
- Be able to read and interpret blueprints and drawings
- Be able to perform simple math calculations related to composite manufacturing
- Be able to operate composite manufacturing equipment such as ply cutters, platen presses, curing ovens, autoclaves, panel saws, and table saws
- Be able to learn to operate curing equipment like ovens and autoclaves
- Be able to work with materials like fiberglass, carbon fiber, epoxy resins, and honeycomb core
- Be able to work in dusty environments, sometimes hot conditions, or around solvents and chemical vapors
- Perform vacuum bagging for different composite processes like prepreg molding, vacuum infusion, and wet layups
- Perform adhesive bonding to create assemblies and subassemblies
- Lay-out precise measurements by hand for trimming and assembly
- Trim and drill parts to within specified tolerances using power tools like routers, drills, grinders, and sanders

QualificationsJob Specifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
- Teamwork skills and the ability to follow instructions
- Communication skills both written and verbal
- Organization skills with strong attention to detail
- Coachable attitude that is willing to learn new skills
- Aerospace or manufacturing experience preferred
Education, Certifications and

Experience:
- High school diploma or GED
- 1-2 years of composite layup experience preferred but not required
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Working conditions are normal for that of a manufacturing facility or warehouse.
All employees are expected to adhere to Lifeport LLC safety policies and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when exposed to work areas that require PPE or performing tasks where PPE required.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.  § 120.14 is required.
The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.
Our Competitive Benefits Include:
- PTO – Paid Time off
- Personal leave
- Annual performance bonus program
- Wellness program and onsite gym with free personal training
- Paid company holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits with HSA and FSA options
- 401K with employer contribution
- Employer paid basic life & disability coverage
- Employee life assistance program
- Additional voluntary benefits include: LegalShield, long term disability, pet insurance, voluntary accident, voluntary hospital Indemnity and voluntary critical illness.
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