Manufacturing Operator​/Tech

Manufacturing Operator/Tech at W. L. Gore & Associates

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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.

• $19 - $32 per hour
• Eligible for an additional $2/hr shift differential pay for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Factors considered include education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package. More details at

• 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.

• 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%.

• 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 defined in 8 USC 1324b(a)(3) (includes resident aliens, green‑card holders, certain refugees, asylum‑holders, and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC 1255a).

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Manufacturing

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