Manufacturing Operator/Tech

We are looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join our Fibers, Gaskets, and Fluid Filtration Team at our Appleton South Facility and work the 3rd Shift. This associate will understand and apply the best-in-class manufacturing principles in a High Technology and High-Quality Culture. Standard hours will be 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM Sunday through Friday. 

This position will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland. 

Pay and Benefits:

• $21 - $30 per hour
• This role is eligible for an additional $2/hr shift differential pay for evening, night, and weekend shifts. 
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits

• →Learning, practicing, supporting, and teaching the Gore culture
• →Setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex process equipment
• →Inspecting, testing, and troubleshooting product both on and offline
• →Performing detailed and accurate record keeping in a timely manner
• →Following work instructions, SOP guidelines, and other modules of the quality system
• →Interacting and communicating with a cross-functional group, including shop associates, process engineers, and new-product-development associates
• →Multi-tasking and operating several pieces of equipment simultaneously in a safe manner
• →Practicing and advocating safety policies
• →Working independently as well as in a team

• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating complex manufacturing equipment
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and adapt to changing production demands in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience with basic statistical analysis, including using Microsoft Excel to calculate averages and create clear, presentable charts and graphs
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, for example updating and maintaining SOP documentation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while positively contributing to and influencing in a team environment
• Physically capable of lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 35 lbs on a routine basis
• Willingness and availability to work overtime as business needs require, including weekends

• Experience identifying and driving continuous improvement efforts
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, including the ability to interpret basic mechanical drawings, use hand tools and measuring devices, and troubleshoot equipment issues
• Experience working in SAP S/4HANA software