Fiberglass Assembler

Piper Aircraft, Inc. is seeking a skilled Fiberglass Subassembler to join our team. As a Fiberglass Subassembler, you will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the fabrication and assembly of fiberglass parts.

• Mix and measure resin for proper curing and working time.
• Clean and prepare molds for wet fiberglass layup.
• Layup cloth by compacting, brushing, rolling the resin to ensure proper fit and the elimination of trapped air.
• Inspect molded parts for air bubbles, voids, pinholes, cracks, etc. Trim, grind, deburr, and repair as needed.
• Spray sealer on the molded part, look for any imperfections and rework as necessary.
• Build less complex parts such as baffles, ribs, glareshields, and duct liners.
• Patch and grind less complex parts such as fairing fin tips and shell assemblies.
• Assemble less complex parts such as panel assemblies, tube assemblies, wing tips, and duct assemblies.
• Maintain the department's compliance with Piper QAM/QIM and FAA requirements.
• Rework discrepancies as necessary.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve the team's performance including schedule delivery, reduction of late work, elimination of quality defects & scrap, increasing productivity, and generating cost reductions.
• Partner with senior teammates within the career path to receive and share practical knowledge for proper training to perform necessary job functions and requirements in order to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
• Adhere and maintain all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD, and Tool Control, 5S, and other assigned programs.
• Perform duties as assigned by supervision.

• High school diploma / GED; or completion of verifiable occupational readiness training program, or minimum of 5 years of directly related fiberglass experience in lieu of high school diploma / GED.
• Related fiberglass subassembler experience requirements:
  • Fiberglass Subassembler I: ≤ 1 year of experience
  • Fiberglass Subassembler II: ≥ 2 - 3 years of experience
  • Fiberglass Subassembler III: ≥ 3 - 4 years of experience
  • Senior Fiberglass Subassembler: ≥ 5 years of experience
• Ability to work scheduled shift and hours, including overtime.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Use of hand and power tools as required.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and PPE, including proper fit and use of respirators as required.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Adhere to Piper Drawings, Process Specifications (PPS), and other manufacturing instructions.

Piper Aircraft, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including:

• Core Health Benefits:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
• Piper Provided Benefits (Basic):
  • Basic Life
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • Short-Term Disability (STD)
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 16 days of PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • 11 company holidays
• Voluntary Benefits:
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & DCA)
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD Buy-Up)
  • Accident Plan
  • Critical Illness
  • Universal Life (Whole Life Policy)
  • Hospital StayPay
  • Preferred Legal Plan