HPWS Felt Machine Operator

2261 DuPont Electronic Materials CMP, LLC; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity, Newark, NJ, is seeking an operator to join our fast-moving Operations team, supporting the production of advanced electronics. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and reliability while working in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You will operate equipment, participate in routine maintenance, log data, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Training is provided, and teamwork is essential for meeting daily targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of industrial work experience (manufacturing or warehouse).
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; vocational training encouraged.
• Willing to learn and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely to meet daily production targets.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Collect samples, inspect products, and document results.
• Support continuous improvement and housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with team during shift handovers to ensure quality and efficiency.

Skills

Agile

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Multi-tasking

Communication

MS Office

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Hand tools

Metrology devices

Job description

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics. At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics. At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries, we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Our Operations team is essential to deliver the innovative products we make for our customers. We depend on our team members to actively engage in continuously improving our operations while we provide the growth and development to help them build their skills and careers. Operational Excellence in our workplace unleashes the energy, creativity and collaboration, along with our tools, technology and training that enables our people to perform at their best. The High-Performance Work System (HPWS) at Qnity enables team members to take ownership of performance, actively participate in continuous improvement, and build valuable skills for long-term career growth. Through clear expectations, strong teamwork, and shop-floor-driven problem solving, HPWS creates an engaging, collaborative, and high-accountability work environment focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Shift: 12 rotating day and night shift. Every 4 weeks 7 consecutive days off.

Your key responsibilities

• Embrace Qnity’s Values of Customer, Innovation, Speed and People
• behave in accordance with Qnity’s Code of Conduct and all other Company and site policies
• Participate in promoting a positive work environment that is respectful and inclusive of all team members
• Complete training and administrative requirements timely and efficiently
• Monitor and operate complex processes, equipment and facilities
• Learn and perform both autonomous maintenance and shutdown maintenance activities
• Collect and analyze samples and verify that product meets requirements
• Safely manufacture, troubleshoot and make corrections to products following established procedures to ensure quality and production requirements are met
• Manage safety activities (work permitting), energy isolation, and write area operating procedures
• Operate machinery in the production of roll-good material (i.e. nips, rollers, lathes, etc.)
• Perform product quality inspections per specific procedures and criteria using testing equipment; elevate abnormalities
• Follow established team standards for housekeeping, preventative maintenance and production schedules
• Collaborate with team members to solve problems and drive continuous improvements that deliver business value
• Participate in Core Teams: (One of Safety, Operations, Quality Control, Maintenance and Personnel) with ability to prioritize resources and focus to meet area business objectives
• Participate in driving excellence in Area performance through active engagement in shift/turnover meetings, problem solving sessions and training events

Experience and Education

• Minimum 1 year prior work experience in an industrial environment required (manufacturing, warehousing or equiv trade)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Vocational school or Associate’s degree preferred

Skills and Competencies

• Agile, quick learner who builds skills through job rotations; accepts constructive feedback to improve performance
• Strong creative problem solver who demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities that enhance productivity
• High attention to detail in all aspects of work
• Manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude, numerical and analytical skills
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Effective communicator who speaks and writes in respectful, professional language
• Proficient computer skills (MS Office tools); can perform data entry accurately into various IT systems and databases
• Read and follow directions to complete assignments and tasks with minimal supervision within specific timelines
• Operate mobile equipment (i.e., fork truck), manufacturing machinery, basic hand tools and testing/metrology devices in a safe manner

Physical Requirements: Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to steel toe shoes, gloves, hard hat; Wear quality protective equipment (QPE) including but not limited to coveralls, hair/beard nets, shoe covers; Climb stairs and ladders, bend, squat, push, pull, stand for extended periods of time and perform overhead work; Lift > up to 10 lbs. frequently and lift > 11 to 50 lbs. occasionally; Perform work that requires manual dexterity and repetitive movements of the upper extremities; Work in an environment of varying degrees of temperature and humidity; Work in scissor/Aerial lifts. Handle chemicals and materials in a safe manner as per standard operating procedures.

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

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Join a global leader making tomorrow’s technologies possible, from AI to advanced computing and beyond. Here, your ideas spark innovation, your curiosity drives progress, and your journey powers the next leap in electronics.

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our