Laminator

Job Opportunity: Composite Laminator (Permanent)
Location: Christchurch, Dorset

A highly regarded aerospace manufacturer based in Christchurch is looking for an experienced Composite Laminator to join its growing production team. This role is ideal for someone with a background in aerospace, motorsport, or F1 composite manufacturing, who takes pride in delivering work to the highest standards.

🧭 About the Role

As a Composite Laminator, you’ll be responsible for the precise hand lay-up of a variety of composite materials, working to engineering drawings and laminate manuals. You’ll play a key role in producing high-performance parts for critical aerospace applications, where quality and consistency are paramount.

🛠 Key Responsibilities

* Perform detailed composite lay-up using carbon fibre, glass fibre, and other advanced materials

* Work to tight tolerances and strict aerospace or motorsport specifications

* Interpret technical drawings and laminate manuals to ensure correct ply orientation, sequence, and material selection

* Follow set work instructions and production procedures to ensure repeatability and traceability

* Apply vacuum bagging techniques and prepare components for curing as required

* Maintain a clean, organised work environment in line with safety and quality standards

* Contribute to high-quality standards through careful handling, attention to detail, and accurate record-keeping

✅ What We’re Looking For

* Proven experience laminating a broad range of composite materials in aerospace or motorsport/F1 environments

* Sound understanding of composite laminating processes and curing cycles

* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and laminate manuals accurately

* Strong focus on attention to detail, quality, and consistency

* Ability to follow procedures and work instructions precisely

* Comfortable working in a cleanroom or controlled environment

* Relevant qualification or time-served experience in composites manufacturing

* Awareness of Health & Safety regulations in a manufacturing setting

🕐 Working Hours

* Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 3:30pm

* Friday: 7:00am – 12:00 noon (Early Finish!)

🎯 Benefits

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays

* 4% employer pension contribution

* Employee wellbeing plan

* Early finish every Friday

* Supportive and skilled team environment