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COMPOSITE TECHNICIAN - All levels

Bristol, RI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You use a variety of hand and power tools as you rout, drill, trim, and sand composite parts according to blueprint specifications. Your commitment to quality ensures that our products live up to our ...

Tiara Yachts, Inc.

Composite Technician

Holland, MI · On-site

$22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Composite Technician Location: Holland, MI Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 am-2:30 pm - no mandatory ... Monitor curing times and perform post-cure trimming or grinding * Follow safety protocols when ...

ALTEN Technology USA

Composites Technician

Simi Valley, CA · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Performs demold, trim, drill, and sand operations on cured parts using composite specific tooling and equipment * Executes bonded assembly operations using aerospace grade adhesives including co cure ...

HEICO

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Routes, drills, trims and sands to drawing dimensions and tolerances. * Demonstrates proper filling ... Bonds prep composite and metallic surfaces for subsequent bonding. * Positions machining/route ...

Heico

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Routes, drills, trims and sands to drawing dimensions and tolerances. * Demonstrates proper filling ... Bonds prep composite and metallic surfaces for subsequent bonding. * Positions machining/route ...

Heico

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Routes, drills, trims and sands to drawing dimensions and tolerances. * Demonstrates proper filling ... Bonds prep composite and metallic surfaces for subsequent bonding. * Positions machining/route ...

Tiara Yachts

Composite Technician

Holland, MI · On-site

$22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Composite Technician Location: Holland, MI Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm -- no mandatory ... Monitor curing times and perform post-cure trimming or grinding * Follow safety protocols when ...

Tiara Yachts

Composite Technician

Holland, MI · On-site

$22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Composite Technician Location: Holland, MI Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm -- no mandatory ... Monitor curing times and perform post-cure trimming or grinding * Follow safety protocols when ...

HEICO

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Routes, drills, trims and sands to drawing dimensions and tolerances. * Demonstrates proper filling ... Bonds prep composite and metallic surfaces for subsequent bonding. * Positions machining/route ...

Heico

Composite Technician I-V

Riverton, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Routes, drills, trims and sands to drawing dimensions and tolerances. * Demonstrates proper filling ... Bonds prep composite and metallic surfaces for subsequent bonding. * Positions machining/route ...

HEICO

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Routes, drills, trims and sands to drawing dimensions and tolerances. * Demonstrates proper filling ... Bonds prep composite and metallic surfaces for subsequent bonding. * Positions machining/route ...

HEICO

Composite Technician I-V

Bluffdale, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Routes, drills, trims and sands to drawing dimensions and tolerances. * Demonstrates proper filling ... Bonds prep composite and metallic surfaces for subsequent bonding. * Positions machining/route ...

Robertson Fuel Systems

Composite Technician I-IV

Bluffdale, UT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Routes, drills, trims and sands to drawing dimensions and tolerances. * Demonstrates proper filling ... Bonds prep composite and metallic surfaces for subsequent bonding. * Positions machining/route ...

StandardAero

Composite Technician

Cincinnati, OH

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Composite technicians are responsible for fabricating aircraft parts, accessories, and trim in accordance with technical specifications. * Composite technician jobs are detail-oriented and involve ...

General Atomics

Composite Technician III

Adelanto, CA · On-site

$56K - $83K/yr

Route, drill, trim, and sand to blueprint dimensions and tolerances. Operate vacuum press as required. Assist in the lay-up of composite materials to molds. * Fit and smooth successive layers of ...

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How much do composite trimmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for composite trimmer in the United States is $16.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a composite trimmer?

Composite Trimmers are skilled workers who trim, cut, and finish composite materials such as fiberglass, carbon fiber, or other reinforced plastics, typically used in industries like aerospace, automotive, and marine manufacturing. They use various tools, including hand tools and power equipment, to precisely shape and smooth components according to specifications. Their work ensures that composite parts meet quality standards and fit correctly for final assembly. Attention to detail and knowledge of safety procedures are essential in this role.

What does a composite trimmer do?

A Composite Trimmer is responsible for precisely cutting, shaping, and finishing composite parts according to engineering specifications. On a daily basis, this involves using specialized tools to trim excess material, sanding edges for smoothness, and inspecting finished components for quality assurance. These tasks are crucial for ensuring that each part meets strict tolerances and is ready for assembly or shipment. Composite Trimmers often collaborate closely with production technicians, quality inspectors, and engineers to troubleshoot issues and maintain workflow efficiency.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a composite trimmer?

To thrive as a Composite Trimmer, you need expertise in precision cutting, shaping, and finishing composite materials, usually supported by a high school diploma and on-the-job training or trade certification. Familiarity with hand and power tools, measuring instruments, and sometimes CNC machinery is essential. Attention to detail, manual dexterity, and strong problem-solving abilities are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure the production of high-quality, defect-free components critical to industries like aerospace and automotive manufacturing.

What is the difference between Composite Trimmer vs Fiberglass Trimmer?

AspectComposite TrimmerFiberglass Trimmer
Materials UsedComposite materials (carbon fiber, fiberglass-reinforced plastics)Fiberglass
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, assembly, and repair of composite componentsManufacturing, construction, and maintenance involving fiberglass products
CertificationsTypically requires safety and handling certifications for compositesRequires safety training for fiberglass handling
Industry UsageAerospace, automotive, sports equipmentConstruction, boat building, insulation

Composite Trimmers specialize in working with composite materials like carbon fiber and fiberglass-reinforced plastics, often in aerospace and automotive industries. Fiberglass Trimmers focus on handling and finishing fiberglass products used in construction and manufacturing. While both roles involve working with fiberglass, their materials, environments, and industry applications differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Composite Trimmer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,384 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

Composite Technician

ExpressPros - Waterford, MI

Rochester, MI

$22 - $30/hr

Full-time

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Summary of Position

A Composite Laminator performs skilled hands‑on work in the fabrication, layup, curing, trimming, bonding, and repair of composite components. The role ensures parts are produced to engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements through precise material handling, adherence to ply books, and strict process control.

Essential Functions

  • Lay-up fiberglass/carbon fiber/Kevlar and similar materials
  • Ply cutting and orientation layup
  • De-bulking and vacuum bagging of tooling and parts
  • Potting and bonding of materials
  • Mix resins and hardeners to manufacturers specifications
  • Understand and work to all QMS procedures and work instructions
  • Use and understand work order travelers and manufacturing plans
  • Achieve quality and production goals
  • Follow OSHA safety guidelines, and ITAR compliance
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

  • 1+ years' experience laying up and or working with one or all of the following materials: epoxy, fiberglass, carbon fiber, BMI, graphite, Kevlar. preferred but not required
  • 1+ years' experience with vacuum bagging of tools or parts, running industrial size ovens, running autoclave preferred but not required
  • General understanding of ply orientation preferred but not required
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
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