About The Role
The Composite Technician plays an important role within the organisation, responsible for the accurate and efficient laminating of high-quality pre-preg carbon fibre components and tooling to exacting specifications and tight tolerances. Working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, the role requires a high level of technical skill, precision, and attention to detail to ensure both structural and visual components consistently meet the required quality standards. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in composite laminating, ideally within Formula 1, motorsport, or high-end automotive manufacturing. They will be confident interpreting engineering drawings, ply books, and laminate specifications, while demonstrating the ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve production targets and deadlines. The role also requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement, and maintaining compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and Health & Safety requirements.
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent working knowledge of composite materials and laminating processes with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role within a disciplined manufacturing environment
- Experience within F1, motorsport, or high-end automotive manufacturing
- Experience laminating both structural and highly visual composite components
- Strong understanding of technical drawings, ply books, laminate manuals, and production plans
- Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity
- Computer literacy and familiarity with relevant production or planning software
- Self-motivation and the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
- Ability to work calmly and confidently under pressure to meet deadlines and deliver results
- Effective, positive, and respectful communication with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders
- Flexibility and teamwork in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Strong organisational and time management skills with a results-oriented mindset
- Enthusiasm, versatility, and commitment to building and maintaining good working relationships
- Clear understanding of and commitment to Health & Safety standards
- Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this role)
Key Responsibilities
- Laminate pre-preg carbon fibre components and tooling to tight tolerances and required quality standards
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, ply books, laminate manuals, and technical specifications
- Prepare moulds and tools for the laminating process
- Carry out vacuum bagging and debulking during the layup process
- De-mould, drill off, and prepare components for the next stage of production
- Complete QA documentation, work orders, and production paperwork accurately
- Monitor and suggest improvements to processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety
- Maintain open, professional communication with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders
- Attend and actively contribute to meetings and cross-departmental collaborations
- Lead by example and demonstrate a proactive approach to challenges
- Meet department goals during peak and busy periods while maintaining quality standards
- Uphold company reporting structures and work responsibly and professionally at all times
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
- Maintain and develop technical skills to industry standards
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About Us
At JOTA, we don't just work in motorsport and engineering - we live it. Driven by a passion for excellence and competing at the pinnacle of endurance racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship, JOTA has become one of the most successful teams of the modern era, earning accolades on the world's most demanding circuits. But our relentless pursuit of innovation and pushing boundaries extends far beyond the racetrack.
Our cutting-edge businesses, JOTA Advanced Engineering and JOTA Composites, tackle every challenge with precision and ingenuity. By embracing a collaborative approach with our customers and technical partners, we ensure that required standards are not only met but consistently achieved. From designing and manufacturing complex solutions to advancing technologies across the automotive, defence, marine, and motorsport industries, we are dedicated to delivering excellence in everything we do.
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Composite Technician in Oxford employer: JOTA Group
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