Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician

Location: Newark, DE

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $20.50-$23.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: 2:15 PM - 10:45 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.

Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks. Normally receives detailed instructions on all work. Works under close supervision. Works on assignments that are routine in nature, requiring limited independent judgment. Has little in decision making responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• The incumbent may be asked to perform other function-related activities in addition to the below mentioned responsibilities as reasonably required by business needs.
• 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 basic working knowledge of test equipment required within Operations area.
• Report all non-conformances to Team Lead or Supervisor and complete NCEs as appropriate.
• Ensure that processes are executed in a manner which supports all quality standards.
• Participate in root cause investigations with Operations team utilizing basic troubleshooting tools.
• Able to work independently with little supervision on routine tasks within scope of training.
• Able to make limited process decisions within area of training. Partner with senior level technician or Team Lead in decision making process.
• Active participant in managed daily improvement process.
• 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.
• Regular and punctual attendance. Ability to adhere to standardized production schedule for position and ability to work overtime to support production needs as necessary.
• Test, calibrate and repair production machines and related subassemblies to written and/or oral specifications in a timely fashion.
• Responsible for meeting or exceeding quality and efficiency standards.
• Ensures quality and operation of work.
• Reads and interprets schematics and blueprints required to ensure proper calibration of machines.
• Timely and accurate testing and calibration of all electronic subassemblies and must clearly document results.
• Ensure that design, implementation, test and maintenance methods and/or processes are developed as well as executed in a manner which supports all quality standards.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Skills

• Basic 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 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.

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

• High School diploma (H.S./GED) or Associate Degree preferred minimum.

Required Experience

• 0-1 years of experience preferred minimum.

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 blood.
• Exposure to high voltage electronics and radiation.
• Ability to work in a clean room, controlled environment, and/or dark room.

Benefits

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

About the Client

This client is a leading medical device manufacturer operating in a regulated production environment, with facilities in Newark, DE focused on women's health and diagnostic and treatment technologies. Employing thousands of professionals across its manufacturing and quality operations, the organization maintains rigorous FDA compliance, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and GDP (Good Documentation Practices) standards across its sites. Typical roles include manufacturing technicians, receiving inspectors, and quality assurance professionals who collaborate across production, engineering, and quality teams to deliver high-impact healthcare products.

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: 26-16476

Industry: Manufacturing & Operations

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