Foam Wind-Up Operator — Hands-On Production & Quality

fxiexternalsite; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

FXI, a leading foam innovations manufacturer, seeks a production operator for the Santa Teresa, NM facility. You will support lamination line operations, ensure materials are ready, and prepare tags while following safety and quality protocols.

Role requires basic mechanical skills, ability to read product specifications, and arithmetic. Expect to work in hot conditions, keep the area 5S compliant, and mentor new hires as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or production is a plus but not required.
• Experience with laminators or similar equipment is an advantage.
• Basic mechanical skills to assist threading the laminator and adjusting motors.
• Ability to read and understand product specifications and ensure compliance.
• Proficiency in arithmetic including decimals and fractions.
• Physical: lift and move rolls over 6 lbs; stand and perform repetitive tasks; 5S standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensures required raw materials are available and prepares them for usage.
• Assists in threading the laminator and adjusts motors to required speeds.
• Prepares finished good tags and seals finished goods with labels.
• Keeps area clean, organized, and operational; monitors process and product specs.
• Reads and complies with SOPs/SEPs; communicates with supervisor about non-conforming product.
• Stops production to correct quality problems and participates in corrective actions.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Read and understand product specs

Arithmetic (decimals & fractions)

Attention to detail

Team mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Laminator

Job description

FXI, a leading foam innovations manufacturer, seeks a production operator for the Santa Teresa, NM facility. You will support lamination line operations, ensure materials are ready, and prepare tags while following safety and quality protocols.

Role requires basic mechanical skills, ability to read product specifications, and arithmetic. Expect to work in hot conditions, keep the area 5S compliant, and mentor new hires as needed.