Fiber Materials Inc. | solutions for the most extreme places in the universe

FMI's manufacturing facility has been a leading solutions provider of high temperature materials and composites for more than 50 years, serving the Department of Defense and NASA. The focus in Maine is on multidirectional reinforced Carbon/Carbon (C/C) and Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) that enable high-temperature components such as: thermal protection systems, re-entry vehicle nose tips as well as rocket motor throats and nozzles. 

Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and the heat shield for NASA's Mars 2020 mission, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for U.S. military ground vehicles. 

Your Role: FMI is looking for a Production Operator for our Densification team who are safety and goal orientated team players that help support our manufacturing team. The Schedule for the Production Operator is Tuesday-Friday, 6:00am-6:00pm.

Job responsibilities:

• Load/unload large items from industrial equipment
• Operate and monitor high temperature and high pressure equipment
• Inspect products to ensure specifications are met to internal and customer standards 
• Record data readings and calculations accurately and timely, adhering to ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards
• Troubleshoot and perform mechanical maintenance of equipment
• Record manufacturing records for processes, parts and materials
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Opportunity to learn and apply Lean principles as part Continuous Improvement activities

Requirements:

• Previous manufacturing experience 
• Ability to read, write and understand job specifications and work instructions
• Basic math comprehension
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Familiarity with hand tools

What you'll get from us:

• 16 ETO days
• 12 paid holidays (including Winter Closure!)
• Medical / Dental / Vision Benefits
• 401k Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement