Liberty Windup Operator

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

Company Overview:

FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in the Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers. Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI's foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI's innovations lead the way! Won't you join us?

Responsibilities:

• Ensures required raw materials are available as needed and prepares them for usage.
• Assists in threading the laminator.
• Prepares finished good tags.
• Adjust motors to required speeds.
• Tucks foam under platform, turns wind-up unit on until required yardage is achieved. Stops unit, cuts foam & removes rolls repetitively.
• Seals finished goods in plastic with hot iron and applies labels, when required.
• Keeps area clean, organized and operational.
• Monitors and ensures correctness of process & product specifications.
• Must be able to read, understand and comply with plant and company policies and procedures, such as S.O.P., S.E.P., ETC. which are all written in English.
• Able to perform basic arithmetic, including decimals and fractions.
• Keep your area clean and organized throughout the shift in accordance with 5s standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Communication with supervisor when non-conforming product.
• Stops production to correct quality problems.
• The indoor temperature is extreme hot on Summer months due the process itself.
• Environmental aspect and impact awareness.
• Over 6 lb. lifting rolls.
• Pull and Push Rolls using body weight (No lifting Rolls).
• Mentor new employees.
• Report any inconsistency or nonconformance on the product and participate in the corrective/preventive actions process.

Qualifiations:

• Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• Experience:
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with laminators or similar equipment is an advantage.
• Technical Skills:
• Basic mechanical skills to assist in threading the laminator and adjusting motors.
• Ability to read and understand product specifications and ensure compliance.
• Proficiency in basic arithmetic, including decimals and fractions.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and move rolls over 6 lbs, using body weight to push and pull rolls as needed.
• Ability to work in extreme hot conditions, especially during summer months.
• Capability to stand, move, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Attention to Detail:
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in preparing raw materials, finished good tags, and sealing finished goods.
• Vigilance in monitoring and correcting quality issues during production.
• Communication Skills:
• Ability to read, understand, and comply with plant and company policies, procedures, and documentation, all written in English.
• Effective communication skills to report non-conforming products and participate in corrective/preventive actions.
• Organizational Skills:Maintain a clean, organized, and operational work area, adhering to 5S standards throughout the shift.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Teamwork and Leadership:
• Willingness to mentor new employees and share knowledge to ensure consistent quality and process adherence.
• Collaborative attitude to work effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Problem-Solving:
• Ability to stop production to correct quality problems and ensure products meet specifications.
• Awareness of environmental aspects and impacts related to the process, and ability to act accordingly.
• Work Ethic:
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned, with a proactive approach to improving processes and outcomes.