What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator position at FMI?
Fiber Materials Inc. | engineered textile products for aerospace and defense
FMI's Rhode Island facility is focused on textile engineering and manufacturing of 2D woven fabrics, 3D woven preforms, braided materials and resin transfer molded composites. We work with the stiffest, strongest, and lightest fiber in the world including carbon, glass, aramid (kevlar) and ceramic.
Our products are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as NASA's Mars Sample Return mission, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for US military ground vehicles.
Your role: FMI's Rhode Island Facility is interested in hiring an Operator to work in our growing Woonsocket, RI facility. Operators supports multiple aspects of our composite manufacturing operation including winding, twisting, spinning, gilling and the stretch breaking operation. Participate in projects developing process improvement methods, solutions required to enhance program quality, cost and scheduling. Perform other duties as assigned and may be required to cross train to additional work centers and skill sets.
Job Responsibilities
FMI's Rhode Island facility is focused on textile engineering and manufacturing of 2D woven fabrics, 3D woven preforms, braided materials and resin transfer molded composites. We work with the stiffest, strongest, and lightest fiber in the world including carbon, glass, aramid (kevlar) and ceramic.
Our products are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as NASA's Mars Sample Return mission, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for US military ground vehicles.
Your role: FMI's Rhode Island Facility is interested in hiring an Operator to work in our growing Woonsocket, RI facility. Operators supports multiple aspects of our composite manufacturing operation including winding, twisting, spinning, gilling and the stretch breaking operation. Participate in projects developing process improvement methods, solutions required to enhance program quality, cost and scheduling. Perform other duties as assigned and may be required to cross train to additional work centers and skill sets.
Job Responsibilities
- Wind spools
- Creeling and lacing equipment such as spinning frames and looms
- Creel and lace a twisting machine
- Operate the various equipment associated with stretch breaking (operating various pieces of equipment)
- Maintain defect logs
- Measure and record critical parameters using various calibrated instruments
- Inspect and document parts for compliance against work instructions
- Prepare completed units for the next phase of production or shipment
- Ability to read, write and follow written work instructions
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort level with tools and mechanical troubleshooting
- Strong math skills
- Prior experience working with high end fibers including carbon, glass and ceramic
- 16 ETO days
- Paid Holidays
- Medical / Dental / Vision
- 401k Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- $1000 Sign-On Bonus