Job Information
Aerotek Machine Operator in Bloomfield, Connecticut
Job Title: Layup Worker
Job Description
As a Layup Worker, you will be responsible for preparing and applying composite materials to molds, ensuring high-quality finishes and adherence to specifications. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and a solid understanding of composite materials and processes.
Responsibilities
Clean the mold surface and apply a mold release agent to prevent composite adhesion.
Apply an initial gel coat for surface protection, if required.
Cut fiberglass, carbon fiber, or other fabric sheets to specified shapes and sizes.
Place fabric sheets on molds and apply resin using brushes, rollers, or other tools.
Ensure resin is thoroughly worked into fibers, removing air pockets and bubbles.
Add additional layers of fabric and resin as needed for reinforcement.
Allow composites to cure at room temperature or with applied heat.
Carefully remove finished parts from molds and trim excess material.
Essential Skills
Experience in assembly or clean room environments.
Proficiency with hand tools and working off of work instructions.
Mechanical aptitude with understanding of molds, vacuum bagging, epoxy, and composite layup processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in layup or composite work.
in the aerospace industry.
Why Work Here?
We offer comprehensive benefits, including 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance. Our robust training programs and opportunities for growth make this an ideal place to develop your career. You will gain exposure to top-tier aerospace components.
Work Environment
This role operates within a clean room environment requiring the use of personal protective equipment, such as hair nets, beard nets, and smocks. No medical or certifications are necessary. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bloomfield, CT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Bloomfield,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.