Ops Trainee

Description:

Launch Your Aerospace Career: PDS Tech Commercial is Hiring an Operations Trainee for a Leading Aviation Company!
Start strong. Grow fast. Build the future of flight with PDS Tech Commercial.
 
Location: Savannah, GA | Pay Rate: $19.29/hour | Schedule: Full-Time, 2nd Shift (4pm - 2:30am)
 
Your Opportunity to Build What Flies
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Operations Trainees to join our team in the aerospace industry. In this hands-on role, you'll play a vital part in manufacturing advanced composite parts for aircraft—helping build the components that take flight every day.  This is more than a job. It’s a launchpad into the world of aerospace manufacturing, where precision and craftsmanship meet innovation and impact.
 
What You’ll Do – Day-to-Day Responsibilities
As an Operations Trainee, you’ll train to become an Advanced Composite Technician, learning to:

  • Manufacture high-precision composite aircraft parts using advanced materials and techniques.

  • Work with composite resins and materials, shaping and laying them into tools—much like wrapping a car, requiring precision, patience, and craftsmanship.

  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and operation sheets to understand manufacturing requirements.

  • Use measuring tools like a 6" scale to ensure quality standards are met.

  • Cut, bag, trim, and cure composite parts using autoclaves in a structured production environment.

  • Check your work thoroughly to ensure it is defect-free before inspection.

  • Maintain logs and records as required.

  • Keep your work area neat and organized in compliance with FOD (Foreign Object Debris) and 5S standards.

  • Contribute to Lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

 
What You’ll Need – Qualifications
Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED.

  • Basic computer skills.

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and precision measurement tools.

  • Strong manual dexterity and ability to work with hands—similar to skills used in sewing, pottery, or other fine manual crafts.

  • Must meet physical requirements of the role.

  • Willingness to work any shift.

Preferred:

  • Experience working with composite materials or in a manufacturing environment.

  • Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing standards.

 
Why Join Us
At PDS Tech Commercial, you’re not just starting a job—you’re stepping into a career with momentum. We’re proud to partner with some of the world’s most advanced aerospace companies, offering opportunities for growth, skills development, and long-term success.

  • Help create the next generation of aircraft parts with innovative composite materials.

  • Join a team that values precision, learning, and pride in craftsmanship.

  • Begin as a trainee, grow into an Advanced Composite Technician. We invest in your development.

  • Contribute to building aircraft that connect people and power global innovation.

 
Take the First Step Toward a Career in Aerospace
Ready to work with your hands, grow your skills, and build the future of flight?  Apply now to join PDS Tech Commercial as an Operations Trainee. Let’s build something extraordinary—together.
 



Pay Details: $19.29 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



 
Job Number: US_EN_33_020023_2426217
Job Location: Savannah, GA
Rate: 19.29
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Duration: indef
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 08/18/2025
Last Updated: 08/19/2025
Firm Name: PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention:
Address: 545 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 950
City, State: IRVING, TX 75062
Phone: 214/647-9600
800 Phone: 800/270-4737
Email: Client.Services@pdstech.com
Website: Go To PDS Tech Commercial Website
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