Composite Operator I - Hi Temp

FMI Composites LLC•Winston-Salem, NC

6d•$0 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

FMI Composites is seeking a Composite Operator I – High Temp to join our manufacturing team. This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of high-temperature furnaces, ovens, and related equipment, including loading and unloading materials, monitoring equipment during operation, and supporting the overall production process. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and experience working with industrial or manufacturing equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and attention to detail.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn equipment operation, troubleshooting, and production processes.
Ability to understand and follow written, verbal, diagram, and schedule-based instructions.
Basic math, measurement, computer, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to regularly stand, walk, reach, use hands, and lift or move up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds and climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to perform tasks requiring close and color vision and wear required PPE, including a respirator.

Nice To Haves

1+ year of manufacturing or related experience preferred; composites, textiles, or similar manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Follow work instructions, production procedures, specifications, safety requirements, diagrams, and schedules.
Fabricate, process, inspect, and package composite materials while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
Operate production equipment, including furnaces, ovens, and presses; perform loading, unloading, startup, and shutdown activities.
Monitor equipment and processes, respond to issues, and participate in troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
Inspect materials and perform quality checks using scales, calipers, gauges, and other measuring tools.
Record inspection results and complete required computer entries, production records, equipment logs, and safety and quality documentation.
Safely move materials using hoists, electric pallet jacks, and other approved material-handling equipment.
Perform routine light equipment maintenance and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Work safely in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving equipment, fumes, airborne particles, loud noise, heights, chemicals, electrical hazards, and vibration.
Cross-train and assist coworkers to support a flexible, team-oriented production environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.