Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician Location: HIgh Point Pay Rate: $24–$26 per hour (DOE) Shifts Available: 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM Position Overview The Manufacturing Technician role is a technical position just below a Maintenance Technician level. This individual will support production operations through equipment setup, chemical batching, troubleshooting, quality monitoring, and continuous improvement efforts. Experience with chemicals/dyes, blueprint reading, and a textile manufacturing background are highly preferred. Key Responsibilities Set up, operate, and monitor production lines and machinery while ensuring quality standards are met Prepare and batch chemicals; manage machine startups and post-dip operations Cover process operator absences as needed Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and improve efficiency Troubleshoot production equipment and perform calibrations, testing, and modifications Follow safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Perform preventative maintenance and routine equipment inspections Monitor product quality and adjust processes to maintain standards Maintain wastewater treatment systems and environmental records Update production process control documentation and provide productivity reports Assist with training new employees and support process improvements Collaborate with Engineering and Continuous Improvement teams Support new product validation and commissioning Maintain accurate documentation for audits and compliance Qualifications Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience High school diploma required Preference for candidates with a college diploma, trade certification, or degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Instrumentation, or Electronics Engineering Ability to read blueprints and CAD drawings Experience operating and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, GMP, and 5S/Kaizen environments Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, or similar) Textile industry experience strongly preferred ISO 9001 experience is a plus Welding and machining experience is an asset Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be willing and able to travel internationally; valid passport required #J-18808-Ljbffr