About the Role

We are looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join our Flexible High Performing Manufacturing team and work the 2nd Shift. This role ensures that operational objectives and business needs are met by cross-training and providing support across multiple manufacturing areas and equipment as required. Standard hours will be 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, Monday through Friday. 

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

Pay and Benefits:

• $19 - $32 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

Responsibilities

• Operate Final Material Inspection manufacturing equipment to inspect finished product (including troubleshooting, accurate record keeping and data entry, and preventative maintenance)
• Utilize quality systems, work instructions, and SOPs to consistently deliver products that meet customer requirements, both internal & external.
• Identify and actively participate in continuous improvement efforts and lean manufacturing practices.
• Follow and advocate all safety practices, including the use of personal protective equipment.
• Complete 100% of monthly and yearly safety trainings.
• Ensure all training documents are accurate and up to date.
• Work independently and within a diverse team and contribute to a high performing manufacturing environment.
• Maintain excellent timekeeping skills.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience operating manufacturing equipment.
• Demonstrated basic computer skills and ability to learn more advanced computer applications (i.e. manufacturing execution systems, enterprise resource planning systems) as well as good documentation and record keeping skills.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrate the ability to be a motivated and positive influence on team and teammates while working both independently and in a team environment.
• Be willing to adapt to changing business needs, with a willingness to work overtime, weekends, and alternate between shifts and areas if business needs.
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds as necessary, operate a powered industrial vehicle, and stand for long periods of time. 
• Ability to travel up to 5%

Desired Qualifications

• High school education.
• Manufacturing Inspection experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with Microsoft 365.

This position requires access to export-controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC §1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum-holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC §1255a.