John Sayer
Provo,UT
Summary
Successful Composite Technician with several years of expertise in delivering high-quality items by carefully following specifications. Practiced in performing work according to established methods and requirements by following engineering drawings, specifications sketches, and job orders. Focused on safety procedures while operating heavy-duty equipment and tools.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Composite Technician
robertson fuel systems
Bluffdale , Utah
2018.08 - 2024.07
- Performed composite layups and cured components with autoclave, ovens, and vacuum bagging techniques.
- Maintained equipment to ensure proper functioning of the composite shop.
- Fabricated molds and tooling for composites parts using a variety of materials.
- Inspected parts throughout production process to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained other technicians on proper handling of composite materials and tools used in fabrication process.
- Repaired damaged components by applying structural adhesive bonding techniques as well as mechanical fastening methods such as riveting, bolting, and screwing.
- Assisted in troubleshooting during development of new products or processes.
- Utilized hand tools such as grinders, drills, saws, routers, sanders to shape and cut composites materials.
- Documented test results from inspection activities conducted on finished products.
- Implemented safety protocols while working with hazardous chemicals involved in the composites manufacturing process.
- Followed specific instructions provided by engineering team regarding product design specifications.
- Attended periodic training sessions to stay current on new technologies being used in the industry.
- Analyzed failed samples from testing activities to determine root cause of failure.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop prototype designs for customer projects.
- Performed maintenance activities on machinery used in the composites shop.
- Conducted research into new composite fabrication techniques that could be implemented within the organization.
- Interpreted drawings and specification sketches to determine manufacturing instructions.
- Adhered to safety requirements while on-site.
- Produced durable composite parts for [Type] products by precisely combining separate materials.
- Created [Number] composite parts each shift, with strict adherence to quality standards.
- Added catalysts to resin and applied mixture to pre-cut fiberglass material.
- Inspected finished product by checking appearance, measurements and looking for defects such as dead spots or bubbles.
- Pressed layers of saturated fiberglass mat or cloth into molds, smoothed wrinkles and removed air bubbles to fabricate quality product.
- Managed lamination process by observing cure time and surface temperature to adjust for quality results.
- Operated and adjusted laminating equipment by controlling speed, pressure and temperature.
- Trimmed excess fiberglass from edges to remove unnecessary material.
- Set and checked dies and cut-out patterns for conformity with requested specifications, blueprints and dimensions.
Composite Technician
General Atomics
Spanish Fork , UT
2009.10 - 2015.02
- Performed composite layups and cured components with autoclave, ovens, and vacuum bagging techniques.
- Maintained equipment to ensure proper functioning of the composite shop.
- Fabricated molds and tooling for composites parts using a variety of materials.
- Inspected parts throughout production process to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained other technicians on proper handling of composite materials and tools used in fabrication process.
- Assisted in troubleshooting during development of new products or processes.
- Repaired damaged components by applying structural adhesive bonding techniques as well as mechanical fastening methods such as riveting, bolting, and screwing.
- Utilized hand tools such as grinders, drills, saws, routers, sanders to shape and cut composites materials.
- Created detailed documentation for all work performed in accordance with company policy and procedures.
- Documented test results from inspection activities conducted on finished products.
- Implemented safety protocols while working with hazardous chemicals involved in the composites manufacturing process.
- Followed specific instructions provided by engineering team regarding product design specifications.
- Attended periodic training sessions to stay current on new technologies being used in the industry.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop prototype designs for customer projects.
- Performed maintenance activities on machinery used in the composites shop.
- Interpreted drawings and specification sketches to determine manufacturing instructions.
- Adhered to safety requirements while on-site.
- Produced durable composite parts for [Type] products by precisely combining separate materials.
- Added catalysts to resin and applied mixture to pre-cut fiberglass material.
- Inspected finished product by checking appearance, measurements and looking for defects such as dead spots or bubbles.
- Pressed layers of saturated fiberglass mat or cloth into molds, smoothed wrinkles and removed air bubbles to fabricate quality product.
- Managed lamination process by observing cure time and surface temperature to adjust for quality results.
- Operated and adjusted laminating equipment by controlling speed, pressure and temperature.
- Trimmed excess fiberglass from edges to remove unnecessary material.
- Set and checked dies and cut-out patterns for conformity with requested specifications, blueprints and dimensions.
Composite Technician
Rocky Mountain Composites
Spanish Fork , Utah
2007.01 - 2009.11
- Performed composite layups and cured components with autoclave, ovens, and vacuum bagging techniques.
- Maintained equipment to ensure proper functioning of the composite shop.
- Fabricated molds and tooling for composites parts using a variety of materials.
- Inspected parts throughout production process to ensure quality standards were met.
- Trained other technicians on proper handling of composite materials and tools used in fabrication process.
- Assisted in troubleshooting during development of new products or processes.
- Repaired damaged components by applying structural adhesive bonding techniques as well as mechanical fastening methods such as riveting, bolting, and screwing.
- Utilized hand tools such as grinders, drills, saws, routers, sanders to shape and cut composites materials.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw material supplies needed for production runs.
- Implemented safety protocols while working with hazardous chemicals involved in the composites manufacturing process.
- Followed specific instructions provided by engineering team regarding product design specifications.
- Attended periodic training sessions to stay current on new technologies being used in the industry.
- Analyzed failed samples from testing activities to determine root cause of failure.
- Performed maintenance activities on machinery used in the composites shop.
- Interpreted drawings and specification sketches to determine manufacturing instructions.
- Reduced waste by [Number]% as result of carefully following specifications to manufacture precise composite parts.
- Adhered to safety requirements while on-site.
- Added catalysts to resin and applied mixture to pre-cut fiberglass material.
- Inspected finished product by checking appearance, measurements and looking for defects such as dead spots or bubbles.
- Pressed layers of saturated fiberglass mat or cloth into molds, smoothed wrinkles and removed air bubbles to fabricate quality product.
- Operated and adjusted laminating equipment by controlling speed, pressure and temperature.
- Trimmed excess fiberglass from edges to remove unnecessary material.
- Set and checked dies and cut-out patterns for conformity with requested specifications, blueprints and dimensions.
Golf Club Repair and Sales
utahgolf
Springville , Utah
2004.02 - 2007.08
- Developed and maintained customer relationships to ensure repeat business.
- Established key accounts, negotiated terms of sale, and closed sales deals.
- Resolved customer complaints by providing solutions that met their needs while maintaining company policies.
- Provided training and support to new sales representatives on product features and benefits.
- Processed orders from customers accurately and efficiently according to established procedures.
- Solicited feedback from customers regarding satisfaction with products and services offered.
- Maintained accurate records of all sales activities including contact information and follow-up details.
- Attended regular meetings with senior management team members to discuss progress towards achieving set targets.
- Negotiated terms of sales agreements and developed contracts to successfully close sales.
- Identified product or service improvements by remaining current on industry trends, market activities and competitors.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
- Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Springville High School
Springville, UT2001-05
Skills
- Safety Protocols
- Equipment Maintenance
- Testing equipment
- Technical knowledge
- Technical expertise
- Understanding drawings and blueprints
Certification
forklift operator, oven and autoclave operator, press operator, winding machine operator
Timeline
Composite Technician
robertson fuel systems
2018.08 - 2024.07
Composite Technician
General Atomics
2009.10 - 2015.02
Composite Technician
Rocky Mountain Composites
2007.01 - 2009.11
Golf Club Repair and Sales
utahgolf
2004.02 - 2007.08
forklift operator, oven and autoclave operator, press operator, winding machine operator
High School Diploma -
Springville High School
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