Manufacturing/Set Up Technician
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About the Role: We are looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join our Flexible High Performing Manufacturing team who will help to ensure that we are meeting our operations objectives and business needs. You will be required to cross-train and support multiple manufacturing areas and equipment as business needs. This role will be Monday - Friday 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM.

This role will be located in Elkton, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits:

• $19.00 - $31.00 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:

• Clean and set up production equipment for the 3rd shift to run production, perform preventative maintenance on the equipment; troubleshooting, inspection, accurate record keeping and good communications skills; learn and run production equipment to help the flexibility of the production needs
• 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, and completing 100% of monthly and yearly safety trainings and completing and ensuring all area training documents are complete and up to date
• Work independently and within a diverse team and contribute to a high performing manufacturing environment

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment
• Demonstrated basic computer skills and ability to learn more advanced computer applications (i.e., MRP, MES, SAP.) as well as good documentation keeping skills
• Demonstrate the ability to be a motivated and positive influence
• Be willing to adapt to changing business needs, with a willingness to work overtime, weekends, and alternate between shifts and areas if business needs
• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Must be able to wear an air hood (forced air) and pass PS1 test (Medical Surveillance Program) also wear a headset throughout the shift and lift 35 pounds as necessary and be able to operate a powered industrial vehicle and stand for long periods

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with complex production equipment and systems
• High mechanical aptitude

This role requires pre-hire medical clearance by Gore which may include testing to assess visual acuity and/or the ability to wear specific safety equipment as required during the performance of the role.

What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for profit-sharing . Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact