Press/Expander Operator Non ME
Core
Operates non-metallic presses, expanders, and related machinery to manufacture composite core blocks with defined dimensions for the aerospace industry.
Role type
Manufacturing operator (composite materials)
Builds
Core blocks for aerospace applications
Domain
Advanced composites manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Operating non-metallic presses and expanders, measuring block dimensions, shearing blocks, applying steec and aluminum loops, interpreting routing documents, calculating pressure and cycle times
Preferred skills
Previous Hexcel experience, manufacturing experience
Technologies
T-square, air wrench, tape measure, ruler
Responsibilities
Operates non-metallic press, shear, steec, and expand to produce core blocks; checks blocks for visual defects; calculates pressure and sets cycle time; shears blocks to ensure evenness; applies steec and aluminum loops; expands and frames blocks according to specifications; assists with experimental materials and press cycles
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC