1st Shift Looper Assistant

FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation serving Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. With headquarters, R&D, and multiple North American manufacturing sites, FXI delivers finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials to OEMs, fabricators, and retailers.

About the role

The Looper Assistant works with large foam “buns” or blocks that are cut, slit, rolled, and prepared for downstream production. The Looper is a large industrial cutting/rolling machine used to convert foam blocks into sheets or rolls. The assistant’s job focuses on machine operation, material preparation, quality control, and safety at our High Point, NC facility—a non-union plant with approximately 55 employees specializing in polyurethane foam products.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Looper following all safety procedures.
• Perform daily equipment checks before beginning the shift.
• Prepare foam “buns” for cutting (trimming, gluing).
• Verify foam type, run number, dimensions, and specifications before cutting.
• Ensure materials are not on hold (Q/S hold).
• Slit buns according to work order instructions.
• Measure length, width, gauge, and thickness to ensure accuracy.
• Complete required documentation (batch info, roll measurement forms—sometimes electronically).
• Generate and apply roll labels.
• Record and report waste daily.
• Operate conveyor systems to move rolls to other machines (convoluter, laminator, roll compressor).
• May operate a forklift.
• Keep workstation clean; remove scrap material from the floor.
• Report equipment problems to supervisors or maintenance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift materials (often up to 50 lbs with assistance).
• Attention to detail for measuring and documenting foam output.
• Ability to stand, lift, bend, twist for the full shift; strong physical stamina.
• Safety-focused mindset and proper use of PPE.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic and optional life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance.
• Flexible spending accounts.