Manufacturing Tech Lamination - 3rd Shift -EM5 Gore is a technology-driven global company built on entrepreneurial innovation, integrity, and teamwork. Our diverse portfolio includes everything from high-performance fabrics and implantable medical devices to industrial manufacturing components and aerospace electronics. Through our product leadership, we've been changing lives and changing industries for more than 50 years. What can you change by joining Gore? Visit gore.com/change-life to find out. Job Description Best-known as the manufacturer of GORE-TEX® fabrics for garments and footwear, Gore manufactures a wide range of high-performance fabrics engineered to protect wearers in demanding environmentsfrom explorers on the North Pole to firefighters, soldiers, and emergency workers. We are looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join our team in Elkton, Maryland. If you are searching for a company where you can make a difference, we're looking for you. In this role, you will help ensure that we are meeting our operations objectives and business needs. You will support multiple manufacturing equipment and be required to cross-train and work in other areas of the Fabrics manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will: * Be energized by cross-training and working in multiple manufacturing areas * Be passionate about manufacturing products that are the highest quality in their class * Be energized by working for a world-class manufacturer and collaborating on cross-functional teams * Recognize the importance of building and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships Responsibilities include: * Learning, supporting, practicing the Gore culture * Following and advocating safety practices, including the use of personal protective equipment * Setting up, operating, maintaining and troubleshooting complex manufacturing equipment with a focus on producing quality product and achieving team production goals * Actively cross-training and supporting multiple manufacturing areas * Interacting and communicating with a cross-functional group, including shop associates, process engineers, and new-product-development associates * Inspecting, testing and troubleshooting product on and off line * Making product quality decisions * Understanding and applying the teams fundamental technology as it applies to manufacturing and testing * Performing computer data entry * Understanding and adhering to basic work instructions and procedures, while providing suggestions for improvement * Performing detailed and accurate record keeping * Keeping manufacturing equipment and work area clean Required Job Qualifications: * Previous experience operating complex manufacturing equipment * Experience in prioritizing and performing multiple tasks * Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, including experience performing preventative maintenance on complex equipment * Demonstrated ability to read a ruler (understand difference between standard and metric) * Attentiveness to detail and organization * Excellent interpersonal skills * Willingness to identify issues and find resolutions * Safety oriented * Good documentation skills and record keeping * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Basic computer skills and ability to learn more advanced computer applications (i.e., MRP and MES) * Basic math skills * Ability to: * **Wear an air hood and pass PS1 test (Medical Surveillance Program) ** * Work overtime, weekends, and alternate between shifts as needed * Lift 35 pounds * Stand for the majority of the shift and climb steps as needed * Interact and communicate with a cross functional team including team leaders, process engineers, skilled trades, scheduling and quality assurance associates * Be patient and conscientious, as some line operations are very repetitious * Identify, conceptualize, and solve problems * Work independently as well as in a team environment * Positively influence teammates and associates * Adapt to change and shift to other manufacturing areas on short notice * Wear a headset throughout the shift Desired Job Qualifications: * Two years post-high school education * Minimum of 3 years prior experience operating complex manufacturing equipment * Experience operating powered industrial vehicles (fork trucks, pallet jacks, etc.) * Familiarity with MESA/LIMS * Familiar with quality control systems (ISO/GMP) Export Controlled Access Required: This position requires access to export-controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC §1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum-holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC §1255a. Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the US. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description. Gore is a M/F, Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer. (Applies to all positions in the U.S.)Keywords: Gore, job, Baltimore, Elkton, Philadelphia, Wilmington, Maryland, MD, Pennsylvania, PA, Newark, Delaware, DE, manufacturing, equipment, machine, tool, mechanical, product, production, process, technician, operator, operation, set up, maintain, clean, GMP **Primary Location: **North America-United States-Maryland-Elkton **Work Locations: ** **Job: **Manufacturing/Operations **Organization: **W. L. Gore & Associates Inc. **Shift: **Night (3rd shift) **Travel: **No