Evening Manufacturing Operator — Space & Defense Tech

FMI Composites LLC; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 days PTO

10 paid holidays + Veterans Day

Job summary

FMI Composites LLC in Winston-Salem, NC is hiring an Evening Shift Manufacturing Operator to join the Silica Carbon Team. You will safely operate production equipment, monitor product quality, maintain logs, and support efficient manufacturing processes.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic math and strong attention to detail, plus the ability to follow complex instructions and work both independently and with a team in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Must have safety-focused mindset and ability to follow procedures
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn equipment operation and troubleshooting
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and logs

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work instructions, procedures and specifications
• Process glass yarns, fibers, and cloth through chemical and thermal operations
• Handle chemicals used in manufacturing processes, including acids, coatings, and treatment solutions, while following safety procedures
• Operate and monitor leach lines, tank farms, and related support systems
• Perform high-temperature oven treatments and carbonization processes
• Set up, start up, and shut down production equipment safely and efficiently
• Monitor material flow and move products between production and warehouse areas
• Conduct quality inspections, including measuring, grading, and visual defect checks
• Prepare production reports, quality documentation, and maintain logs
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and report mechanical issues
• Operate textile machinery, including skeining, spooling, and winding equipment, and package finished goods
• Participate in team problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

FMI Composites LLC in Winston-Salem, NC is hiring an Evening Shift Manufacturing Operator to join the Silica Carbon Team. You will safely operate production equipment, monitor product quality, maintain logs, and support efficient manufacturing processes.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic math and strong attention to detail, plus the ability to follow complex instructions and work both independently and with a team in a fast-paced setting.