Composite Technician

Fillauer is a global leader in orthotic and prosthetic innovation that empowers clinicians and patients to achieve their best functional outcomes. With manufacturing and R&D locations in Tennessee, Utah, and Sweden, Fillauer supports a strong upper limb product line, a robust offering of prosthetic feet, a variety of orthotic devices, and a collection of tools, equipment, components, and materials. Founded over a century ago, Fillauer is dedicated to helping individuals with limb loss and limited mobility return to daily activities and achieve new heights.

About the role

The Composite Technician is accountable for the beginning stages of creating prosthetics using a "lay-up" method with carbon fiber sheets. This position plays a critical role in providing components that meet quality standards and support our overall business goals.

Responsibilities

• Apply multiple layers of material/fiber to surfaces, ensuring adhesion and repeating the process until the desired thickness, contour, and strength is achieved.
• Fit and smooth successive layers of materials in the proper orientation to secure build-up free from wrinkles, air pockets, contaminations, and voids.
• Work from work orders, specifications, and written instructions to lay-up composites.
• Use basic composite bagging procedures to complete the lay-up process.
• Load and cure composite components in the press load or autoclave, if required.
• Monitor and verify the quality of the finished product.
• Document work according to the manufacturing order process.
• Promote a safe work area and general shop safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Less than 1 year of related experience (no experience necessary; training provided).
• Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a valid driver's license and driving record within company standards.
• Comfortable using power tools and standard shop equipment.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions and prints.
• Capable of lifting loads up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Self-motivation and inclination to take ownership of job duties.
• Adherence to company policies and safety procedures.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication).
• Basic computer skills; ability to open and find data in simple applications.
• English/Spanish bilingual skills a plus.

Skills

• Act with integrity, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful in all relationships.
• Keep the patient at the center of everything, building lifelong trust.
• Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue.
• Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change.
• Focus on superior outcomes and calibrate work processes for outstanding results.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages.
• 8 paid national holidays and 4 additional floating holidays.
• PTO that includes vacation and sick time.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401k savings and retirement plan.
• Paid parental bonding leave for new parents.
• Flexible work schedules and part-time opportunities.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.