Karl Hughes
Pontiac,MI
Summary
Experienced Composite Lead Technician adept at maximizing productivity and completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include advanced composite repairs, fabrication techniques, and quality control processes. Strong leadership abilities combined with effective communication and problem-solving skills to excel in team environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Composite Lead Technician
Visioneering Composite Technologies
Auburn Hills, Michigan
10.2020 - Current
- Oversaw composite fabrication processes to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on best practices and safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented workflow improvements for efficiency in production.
- Operate autoclave and heated press
- Cut and kit materials using a Gerber cutting table.
- Produced up to 3/4" prepreg composite aerospace tooling.
- Produced flight parts for drones.
- Tool building and plumbing for vacuum.
- Directed management of raw material and supply inventory for composite production needs.
- Coordinated with project managers to align production schedules with project timelines.
- Provided technical guidance in planning and executing complex composite repairs.
- Monitored the quality control process to ensure that all parts were built according to specifications.
- Identified potential problems during fabrication or repair stages by performing visual inspections.
- Reviewed engineering drawings for accuracy before beginning any fabrication or repair work.
- Researched new technologies related to composites processing techniques.
- Prepared reports detailing project progress as well as any issues encountered during fabrication or repair stages.
- Supervised the construction of various types of composites such as fiberglass, carbon fiber and Kevlar.
- Trained personnel on proper techniques for working with composites, including use of appropriate tools, equipment and safety procedures.
- Monitored material inventories for supervisor.
Composite Technician
Roush Industries
Livonia, Michigan
02.2007 - 03.2020
- Prepreg composites
- Wet-lay composites
- Wet-lay tooling
- Trim and assembly
- Material cutting and kitting
- Autoclave and press operation
Education
General Equivalent Diploma
Livonia , MISkills
- Composite fabrication
- Aircraft tooling
- Flight parts
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Composite repair
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Advanced composites knowledge
- Vacuum bagging techniques
- Resin infusion processes
- Quality control proficiency
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Composite repair techniques
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Composite parts assembly
- Trimming and finishing
- Operating hand tools
- Autoclave operation
- Rework and repair
- Surface preparation
- Resin infusion process
- Tooling fabrication
- Health and safety compliance
- Hand tools
- Cure cycle development
- Assembling composite parts
- Composite lamination
- Blueprint reading
- Ply orientations
- Adhesive bonding techniques
- Material handling procedures
- Maintenance
- Surface preparation methods
- Continuous improvement initiatives
Timeline
Composite Lead Technician
Visioneering Composite Technologies
10.2020 - Current
Composite Technician
Roush Industries
02.2007 - 03.2020
General Equivalent Diploma