Manufacturing Technicians

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.

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The INVISTA Seaford Operations team plays a critical role in producing high-quality nylon fibers used in products around the world. The team supports spinning, drawing, and finishing processes within the facility. Current operations include some equipment running continuously, with plans to expand consistency and throughput. Manufacturing Technicians work in a highly collaborative environment where safety, reliability, quality, and continuous improvement are essential to success.

Team members gain broad exposure to manufacturing processes while developing technical, mechanical, and operational skills.

Our Operations team members work a 12-hour rotating Dupont Schedule, supporting our 24/7 manufacturing operation. One of the benefits of this schedule is that employees are scheduled for 28 work days during each eight-week rotation while still maintaining full-time employment and benefits. Every cycle also includes 7 consecutive days off, providing opportunities for better work-life balance. The predictable rotation and longer stretches of time off are a key reason many employees enjoy this schedule.

• Starting Training Pay $22.00 / hour; increases after training program; shift differential and overtime eligible
• Immediate Vacation Available - 120-hours granted annually
• Automatic 401K company contribution, along with a competitive matching program
• Excellent Health benefit options

• 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 (SOP's)
• 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.

• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, industrial, mechanical, logistics, military, or other hands‑on operating environment
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift
• Experience following safety procedures and written work instructions
• This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

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

• Experience operating machines in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience troubleshooting, adjusting, or performing minor maintenance on…