Established in 2015 in Sway, Classic Carbon specialised in prepreg carbon fibre parts for Caterhams in the UK and Europe. Operating from a small workshop in Sway, Classic Carbon has recently expanded into a larger workshop and looking to increase its workforce.
The company has been expanding on a fast rate and is keen to bring people with them, growing within with the opportunities to become involved at all levels. Working with parts for Caterham, Lotus, Nissan,Mercedes, Lamborghini and Rolls Royce.
The Role:
Working in a team environment you will work on a range of products, you will need to read and understand lay-up drawings and use your laminating skills to carry out the required workload to the lay-up specification. You will also need to utilise your skills to query any error or change that you may observe on any particular job. You may be required to interchange between Composites and GRP sites due to workloads in the relevant departments.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Laminating and tooling across a broad range of products performing a range of laminating processes which may include infusion, vac-bagging, pre-preg or RTM.
- Read and understand lay-up specifications.
- Checking information on drawings is clear.
- Checking route card instructions are correct.
- Following processes and ensuring the highest quality is maintained at all times
- Use of hand tools.
- Use of a wide range of fabrics, CSM and cloths in dry and pre-preg formats.
- Identify laminating defects.
- Record daily time spent on jobs on weekly timesheet.
- Correct use of PPE.
- Work with QA team to ensure that parts are being manufactured effectively and according to drawings .
- Help develop processes to improve quality and efficiency.
- Keep all equipment maintained in good working order.
- Ensure the department is kept clean.
Key Skills & Qualifications:
- 2+ years’ experience gained within the Marine, Aerospace, Automotive or other quality driven industry.
- Familiar with pre- preg processes and materials such as carbon and glass.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy levels.
- Ability to follow procedures and work instructions / manuals.
- Good verbal communication and listening skills.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
- Used to working in a fast-moving environment.
- Motorsport / Automotive composite experience is highly desirable.