Silica & Refrasil Operator I — High-Temp Materials

FMI Composites LLC; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 days PTO

10 paid holidays

Veterans Day eligible

Job summary

FMI Composites LLC in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking a Refrasil / Silica Operator I to join our Silica Carbon Team. You will operate production equipment, monitor quality, and maintain records in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year of manufacturing experience, with a focus on safety, basic math, and the ability to follow procedures. Training on high-temperature ovens and textile machinery will be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of manufacturing or related experience preferred.
• U.S. Person due to export controls.
• Experience with composites or textiles is a plus.

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 following safety procedures.
• Operate 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.
• Monitor material flow and move products between production and warehouse areas.
• Conduct quality inspections, including measurements and visual checks.
• Prepare production reports, quality documentation, and logs.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and report issues.
• Operate textile machinery, including skeining, spooling, winding, and packaging.
• Participate in team problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

FMI Composites LLC in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking a Refrasil / Silica Operator I to join our Silica Carbon Team. You will operate production equipment, monitor quality, and maintain records in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1+ year of manufacturing experience, with a focus on safety, basic math, and the ability to follow procedures. Training on high-temperature ovens and textile machinery will be provided.