Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician

Location: Newark, DE

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 18 months
• Pay Rate: $25.00$30.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: 2nd Shift, 3:00 PM 11:30 PM
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot complex equipment and activities in order to ensure production meets all requirements of the area. Works with engineers on set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. Responsible for following all operating procedures to the highest standard.

Works collaboratively with manufacturing associates, engineering, quality, and leadership to execute on production requirements. Supports engineering experimentation and operational improvement initiatives as requested. Participates on teams to identify opportunities for improvements within production area. May assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.

Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks. Normally follows established procedures on routine work and can work independently with little to no supervision on these routine and moderately difficult tasks within scope of training. Able to make process decisions within area of training, requiring instructions only on new assignments. Recognizes the need for adaptation and flexibility partners with senior level technician or Team Lead in decision making process.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and promote a safe work environment at all times. Identify, address, and react to any unsafe or hazardous situation.
• Responsible for meeting quality, efficiency and safety requirements and standards.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot complex equipment and activities in order to ensure production meets all requirements of the area.
• Consistently able to meet standard cycle time for production.
• Read and interpret schematics and blueprints required to ensure proper calibration of equipment.
• Able to apply working knowledge of test equipment required within Operations area independently.
• Report all non-conformances to Team Lead or Supervisor and complete NCEs as appropriate. Review non-conforming materials for accuracy.
• Ensure that processes are developed and executed in a manner which supports all quality standards.
• Perform root cause investigations with Operations team utilizing intermediate troubleshooting tools.
• Perform process validations as required and suggest process improvements to Team Lead or engineering team.
• Able to complete simple redlines to documentation in alignment with engineering direction.
• Active participant in managed daily improvement process and contributes to MDI discussions within areas of expertise.
• Maintain and execute 5S within work area.
• Complete all training requirements in a timely manner and maintain accurate training records.
• Conduct inventory transactions to maintain integrity of inventory system.
• Timely and complete processing of work order transactions utilizing Oracle system.
• Utilize Oracle and Agile to retrieve necessary documentation and ensure accurate information.
• Maintains data entry tools and completes material orders independently.
• Regular and punctual attendance. Ability to adhere to standardized production schedule for position and ability to work overtime to support production needs as necessary.

Required Skills

• Proficient working understanding of Microsoft Office platform including Excel, Word, SharePoint, and OneDrive required.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow all written procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
• Ability to work both independently with little supervision and as a member of a team.
• High-level of attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Detail oriented and accurate.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Trained to execute 34 roles within the Operations team.
• Certified as a Subject Matter Expert for 1 role within the Operations team.
• Must follow all applicable FDA regulations and ISO requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Oracle ERP system or Agile Product Lifecycle Management system is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) handling best practices is beneficial.

Education Requirements

• Preferred Minimum Non-Technical Degree: High School (H.S./GED) or Associate Degree

Required Experience

• 12 years of relevant experience preferred.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lifting/moving and carrying products weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration and/or moderate noise levels.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals or other materials.
• Safety Shoes with Impact and Compression Protection must be worn in designated areas.
• Exposure to high voltage electronics and radiation. Ability to work in clean room, controlled environment, and/or dark room.
• Opportunity for extension/conversion.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client operates in the medical device manufacturing industry, designing and producing diagnostic and treatment technology with a focus on women's health. The organization maintains a regulated manufacturing facility in Newark, DE, operating under strict FDA, GMP, and GDP compliance requirements. The team employs manufacturing technicians, quality assurance specialists, receiving inspectors, and related production professionals who work on-site to uphold rigorous quality and safety standards.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-02411

Industry: Manufacturing & Operations