Composite Technician - Laminator

Position Overview:

Multimatic CFT Limited (MCFT) based in Wymondham is part of the Multimatic Group. MCFT specialises in the design and manufacture of precision carbon fibre reinforced components for motorsport teams (including F1) as well as the wider automotive industry. MCFT also engineers and manufactures a range of tooling and components for the aerospace and communications industries.

Due to continued expansion, MCFT is looking for Composite Laminators who will be responsible for constructing complex composite parts from resin-impregnated carbon fibre, glass fibre and aramid cloth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle composite materials and follow established safety procedures
  • Hand laminate composite components to specifications provided by project engineers
  • Prepare components for autoclave cure utilizing vacuum bagging practices
  • Prepare tooling patterns and moulds using chemical sealers and release systems
  • Fabricate moulds from supplied patterns
  • Follow build manuals and quality control processes
  • Consult and resolve quality issues as they arise, in consultation with project engineers

Basic Requirements:

  • Ability to interpret basic instruction via detailed drawings / instructions
  • An eye for detail and pride in making things by hand
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Flexible schedule to accommodate shift work if required

Desirables:

  • An understanding of engineering drawings
  • Comfortable using common hand and power tools
  • Previous composite laminating experience is an asset, but specific training will be provided as required
  • Basic understanding of composite component construction is an asset