About the Role

Our Elixir® Strings team in Elkton, Maryland is looking for a Machine Operator for 2nd shift who will be responsible for operating high speed automated machines and equipment that produce Elixir® Strings for musicians around the world. At times the candidate will partner with technical, skill trades, and Continuous Improvement teams to implement process improvements. Standard hours are Monday afternoon – Friday evening, 3 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Pay and Benefits:

• $25 - $33 per hour
• This role is eligible for an additional $2/hour shift differential pay for evening, night, and weekend shifts (in California, the shift differential pay is $2.40/hour).
• 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 

Responsibilities

• Perform set-up, inspection, and operation of multiple automated machines, along with recording process data.
• Utilize quality system and maintain understanding of relevant procedures and SOP’s. Read and follow all process SOPs to perform set-up, inspection, and operation of multiple automated and manual machines.
• Partner with the shop, engineering, and GBS/CI teams to help identify opportunities for improvement and participate in Lean Manufacturing System initiatives.
• Learn new processing technologies quickly to consistently increase production levels to meet demand.
• Follow and support all environmental, health, and safety requirements in the work area as well as actively reporting all near misses and unsafe conditions.
• Be a flexible, reliable teammate in a dynamic fast paced production environment.
• Achieve efficient throughput standards for automated and manual string assembly.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed and be flexible in work hours to meet business demand requirements.
• Actively support, practice, and teach the Gore Culture to positively influence others. Drive personal development to increase your knowledge and improve the role              .

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year demonstrated skills in a very fast-paced work environment
• Basic math and computer skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated work ethics that fosters Reliability and the ability to work overtime as identified by the business
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement
• Excellent interpersonal skills; be energized in a team environment where success is determined by the individual’s capability to work well with the rest of the team and individually
• Capable of receiving training on any shift
• Ability to prioritize workload and multitasking
• Ability to work in a standing position for prolonged periods of time during shift and occasionally lift 30 lbs.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated Skill as a high-performance Elixir® Strings machine operator
• Experience with MES computer systems
• Be passionate about manufacturing products that are the highest quality in their class