Composite Operator I - Hi Temp

FMI; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 10 days

Paid holidays

Veterans Day

Job summary

FMI Composites in Winston-Salem, NC is hiring a Composite Operator I – Hi-Temp to safely operate high-temperature furnaces, ovens, and related equipment, load/unload materials, and support production.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of manufacturing experience, a strong safety focus, and the ability to work with precision measuring tools. Shift assignments include B, C, and D with 4p–4a or 4a–4p schedules; PTO and holidays are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year manufacturing experience preferred.
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain security clearance and export-control access.

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions, procedures, safety requirements, diagrams, and schedules.
• Fabricate, process, inspect, and package composite materials with safety and quality focus.
• Operate furnaces, ovens, and presses; load, unload, startup, and shutdown activities.
• Monitor equipment and processes; troubleshoot and participate in continuous improvement.
• Inspect materials and perform quality checks using scales, calipers, gauges, and other tools.
• Record inspection results and enter production records and safety/quality docs.
• Move materials safely with hoists and pallet jacks; use PPE and respirator as required.
• Perform routine light equipment maintenance and keep a clean work area.
• Work safely around moving equipment, fumes, noise, and electrical hazards.
• Cross-train and assist teammates in a fast-paced production environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety minded

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Composite Operator I - Hi Temp

Full Time 572 Cassell St., Winston-Salem, NC, US

FMI has been a leading solutions provider of high-temperature materials and composites for more than 55 years, serving the Department of Defense and NASA.

Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for U.S. military ground vehicles.

FMI Composites is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Job Summary

FMI is seeking a Composite Operator I – Hi-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.

Job 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.

What We Need From You

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of manufacturing or related experience preferred; composites, textiles, or similar manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for this position. This position also requires access to export-controlled information for which U.S. Person status is required under applicable U.S. export control laws and regulations.
• 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.

Available Shifts

B shift

Week 1 – 4p to 4a - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday Week 2 – 4p to 4a - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

C shift

Week 1 - 4a to 4p – Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Week 2 - 4a to 4p – Thursday, Friday, Saturday

D shift

Week 1 – 4p to 4a – Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Week 2 – 4p to 4a – Thursday, Friday, Saturday

What You’ll Get From Us

• 10 days PTO
• 10 paid holidays + Veterans Day (for eligible employees)