Manufacturing Operator/Tech at W.L. Gore & Associates in Elkton, MD

Job Description

Manufacturing Operator/Tech

Req Id: 2235

State/Province: Maryland

Business: Gore Fabrics

Category: Manufacturing

Sub-Category: Production/Manufacturing

Work Arrangement: On-site

Posting Start Date: 9/15/26

Posting End Date: 9/30/26

About the Role

We are looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join our Flexible High Performing Manufacturing team and work the Day Shift at our Elk Mills 5 facility. This role ensures that operational objectives and business needs are met by cross-training and providing support across multiple manufacturing areas and equipment as required. Standard hours will be 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

This position will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits:

• $19 - $37 per hour
• This role is eligible for an additional $2/hour shift differential pay for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at https://www.gore.com/careers/benefits

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment (including troubleshooting, accurate record keeping and data entry, and preventative maintenance).
• Utilize quality systems, work instructions, and SOPs to consistently deliver products that meet customer requirements, both internal & external.
• Identify and actively participate in continuous improvement efforts and lean manufacturing practices.
• Follow and advocate all safety practices, including the use of personal protective equipment, and complete 100% of monthly and yearly safety training and complete and ensure all area training documents are complete and up to date.
• Work independently and within a diverse team and contribute to a high performing manufacturing environment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating manufacturing equipment.
• Demonstrated basic computer skills and ability to learn more advanced computer applications (i.e. manufacturing execution systems, enterprise resource planning systems) as well as good documentation and record keeping skills.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrate the ability to be motivated and a positive influence on team and teammates. Work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Be willing to adapt to changing business needs, with a willingness to work overtime, weekends, and alternate between shifts and areas if business needs.
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds as necessary, operate a powered industrial vehicle, and stand for long periods of time.
• Demonstrate excellent timekeeping and attendance abilities.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Desired Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience
• High school education.
• Mechanical aptitude.

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 US citizens, 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.

This role requires pre-hire medical clearance by Gore which may include testing to assess visual acuity and/or the ability to wear specific safety equipment as required during the performance of the role.

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

Information at a Glance

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About Gore

For over 65 years, Gore has improved lives through discovery, product innovation and rewarding careers for Associates. We push the boundaries of what's possible — not just through our products and technologies but also through individual growth and development.

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. Our Associates build on a rich history of innovation, upholding Gore’s values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

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