Manufacturing Technician - Seaford, DE

VetJobs; Seaford (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking Manufacturing Technicians in Seaford, DE, to ensure the safe and efficient operation of its manufacturing processes. This role involves monitoring equipment, performing quality checks, and operating manufacturing machinery in a high-speed environment. Candidates will benefit from a solid starting rate, medical coverage options, and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Starting Rates up to $23.00 / hour

Immediate Vacation Available – 120-hour annual allotment

Automatic 401K company contribution with competitive matching

Excellent Health benefit options

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work a rotating shift.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate manufacturing equipment primarily in the production area.
• Perform quality checks on machines and equipment.
• Identify and segregate product according to quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Ability to work in a team

Problem Solving

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP)

Job description

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Job Description

Job Description

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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 75 years. These fibers can be found in consumer products such as, apparel, household, automotive, industry, and traveling sectors worldwide.

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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).

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 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 product 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 accomplishing area goals

Perform job related tasks in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Think critically and resolve problems

Demonstrate 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 will be expected to carry out all activities with integrity, compliance and in a safe and efficient manner.

Auto req ID

448556BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job Category

Technician

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to work a rotating shift (see shift schedules above)

Physical Requirements

Required to wear any or all of the following PPE: safety glasses, hearing protection, goggles, hard hats, FRC, gloves, 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.

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 not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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

City*

Seaford

State*

Delaware

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Company

Koch Industries

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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