Manufacturing Technician

Overview

The INVISTA Nylon team in Seaford, DE, is looking for Manufacturing Technicians to ensure the efficient and safe operation of our manufacturing processes. INVISTA's Seaford facility has been proudly producing Nylon fibers for over 85 years. These fibers can be found in consumer products such as apparel, household, automotive, industry, and travel sectors worldwide.

Our Team Spinning: This team is monitoring the spinning process to ensure it runs efficiently and safely, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime, and conducting quality checks to ensure the fibers meet specifications.

This team works a 12-hour rotating schedule commonly known as the Dupont Schedule. The schedule is designed to allow for 24/7 operations, while also providing employees with longer off days and a more predictable work pattern.
Finishing: These machine operators manage the finishing equipment (Drawing Machines, Balers, and Cutters) and possess the ability to continually develop the capability and knowledge of the associated processes in support of Finishing and Site operations. This team works a Mon‑Fri rotating 8‑hour shift (12a-8a, 8a-4p, 4p-12a), schedule is subject to change to 24/7 operations as needed for production needs. Our Benefits

• Starting Rates up to $23.00 / hour; increase after training program; shift differential and overtime
• Immediate Vacation Available - 120-hour annual allotment
• Automatic 401K company contribution, along with a competitive matching program
• Excellent Health benefit options

What You Will Do

• Read and properly apply procedures and perform quality checks on machines and other equipment.
• Safely operate manufacturing equipment primarily in the production area.
• Identify and segregate products according to quality standards.
• Data entry into multiple computer systems.
• Take corrective actions per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform general and detailed housekeeping.
• Work with minimal supervisory guidance and function in a team environment to accomplish area goals.
• Perform job-related tasks in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Think critically and resolve problems.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, adapt to change well, and be resourceful in problem-solving on a routine basis.
• Use Mechanical Aptitude for maintenance work.
• Help transform areas with Ownership-Based Work Systems.
• Above all, we will be expected to carry out all activities with integrity, compliance, and in a safe and efficient manner.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work a rotating shift (see shift schedules above).
• This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Required to wear PPE: safety glasses, hearing protection, goggles, hard hats, gloves, and safety boots.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, repetitively as required.
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to 12 hours a day, in a loud/noisy, industrial, non-temperature‑controlled, high-volume environment.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with computer applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and/or SAP.
• Previous experience with polymers, extrusion, or plastics.

This role is part of the collective bargaining agreement, and the starting pay range for this role is $22.00 - 23.00 per hour.

This role is subject to a pre-hire medical test.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.

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