Manufacturing Operators and Associates - Evening Shift

Job Description

Micropore, Inc. is a small manufacturing facility in Elkton, MD that conducts extrusion, extraction, and final packaging of a unique material. We make a world‑class carbon dioxide adsorbent integrated in the U.S. military, 75% of the free world submarines, and the anesthesia market. We are hiring all levels of manufacturing personnel.

This position is for the evening shift, from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, located at our Elkton plant. Training is provided and will begin on the day shift (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM) until ready to transition to evenings.

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Manufacturing Operator uses equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps related to the production process.

• Become proficient at the following tasks:
  • Run equipment independently.
  • Check tolerances.
  • Package product.
  • Inline QC of manufactured parts.
  • Winding, punching, stamping, chopping of materials.
• Maintain clear and concise records.
• Recognize equipment malfunction and report to Supervisor.
• Conduct routine maintenance on the production equipment.
• Maintain ISO 9001 in‑house training tasks.
• Communicate with Production Manager regarding progress daily.
• Attend production, safety, and company wide meetings.
• Maintain neat and orderly work area and equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Supervisor.

• Be mechanically inclined.
• Use gauges and measurement instruments and perform a quality inspection of all parts and components.
• Available for shift work and overtime.
• Read, write, and comprehend simple work instructions and procedures.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Team player and able to build and maintain relationships.
• Flexible to change and open to constructive feedback.
• Prior experience in a LEAN Manufacturing environment/practiced principles knowledge preferred.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Learn new techniques quickly.
• Always represent the company in a professional manner.
• Able to bend, stand, squat, and lift up to 50 lbs. consistently.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

• Group Medical Insurance (Highmark BCBS of DE)
• Group Dental Insurance (Principal)
• Group Vision Insurance (Principal)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan – employer match of up to 4% after 60 days.
• LTD, STD, and Life Insurance
• Cafeteria 125 Plan
• Various supplemental insurance coverages
• 80 Hours Paid Time Off (accrued bi-weekly)
• Eight holidays

Uniform and safety shoe program for all manufacturing personnel.

Continuing educational opportunities to promote well-rounded employees.

Performance‑related bonuses.

Full‑time, no less than 40 hours per week. Pay: $18.00–$19.00 per hour.