Immediately Hiring: Composite Fabricator
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
Company: Dayton-Granger, Inc.
Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Shift: 1st Shift, Monday-Friday, 6am - 2:30 pm
Direct Hire, Competitive Pay, Great Benefits, Work-Life Balance
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Position Overview:
Dayton Granger, Inc. (DG) is immediately hiring a Composite Fabricator to join our production team in Fort Lauderdale, FL. DG is a third-generation, family-owned aerospace manufacturer with over 82 years of success designing and producing antennas, lightning protection products, and static dischargers for aircraft used around the world.
In this role, you’ll work with your hands to help build high-quality composite parts that support some of the most trusted names in aviation. You’ll join a team that values reliability, teamwork, and craftsmanship — where the average employee tenure is eight years, and people truly enjoy what they do.
If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to learn a rewarding trade in a stable, family-oriented environment just a few miles from Fort Lauderdale’s beaches, DG is the place to build your future.
Responsibilities
Perform composite layup and cut materials for layup according to work instructions.
Maintain, label, and prepare materials for production log tickets.
Assemble a variety of simple and complex Dayton Granger parts.
Deflash, sand, and trim smaller composite parts as needed.
Prep, load, and unload molds from ovens, presses, and autoclaves.
Maintain tools, molds, fixtures, and equipment in the Composite Assembly area.
Follow all company workmanship and quality standards.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Adhere to all DG safety procedures and policies as directed by the Facility Engineer/Safety Director.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing, composites, or mechanical assembly (preferred).
Basic knowledge of composite materials (fiberglass, carbon fiber, resins) and bonding processes.
Ability to read and follow blueprints and written work instructions.
Comfortable using hand and pneumatic tools.
Strong hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs, stand for long periods, and use required PPE (respirator, gloves, goggles, etc.).
Clear communication skills in English (verbal and written).
Pre-Employment Requirements:
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and applicable law.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
We are a multi-generational team with members representing a diversity of cultures, educational backgrounds, experience levels and ideas all 'making it happen' from one location in beautiful, coastal South Florida. We are a long-standing supplier providing cutting edge products in support of long term aerospace programs, while at the same time developing new products to meet the needs of new customers, programs and up and coming markets.
Additionally, DG loves its employees! The average employee tenure is around 8 years. Length of service milestones are celebrated company-wide and employees may make selections of anniversary gifts.
Benefits
- Affordable comprehensive insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
- 401(k) match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- Mental health benefits.
- Complimentary life insurance with the option for supplemental coverage.
- Paid parental leave
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Excellent work-life balance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
- On-site gym.
- Access to advanced technology and resources.
- Length of service/milestone anniversary gifts.
- Team-building activities.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This position requires use of or access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR') or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR'). Accordingly, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of these regulations. Under ITAR, a U.S. person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 1 year experience in manufacturing, composites, or mechanical assembly
- Basic knowledge of composite materials (fiberglass, carbon fiber, resins) and bonding processes
- Ability to read and follow blueprints and written work instructions
- Comfortable using hand and pneumatic tools
- Ability to prep, load, and unload molds from ovens, presses, and autoclaves
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs, stand for long periods, and use required PPE (respirator, gloves, goggles)
- Strong hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and commitment to quality
- Clear verbal and written communication skills in English
- Successful completion of background check and drug screen
- Must be a U.S. person under ITAR (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or protected individual)
What We Do
DAYTON-GRANGER, INC. (DG), a leader in the design, testing, and manufacture of antennas, electrostatics and lightning protection products ranks among the most experienced suppliers of avionics products worldwide. With more than 70 years of experience, DG has an unmatched reputation for supplying high quality, competitive products that satisfy military and commercial avionic industry standards. Our ongoing research and development efforts enable us to offer new and improved products that keep pace with technological advances and address business objectives of the programs we serve.
