Manufacturing Technician

About Us:

Superior Glove is a family-owned company with over 100 years in designing and manufacturing innovative hand protection for every major hazard. With locations in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Honduras, we're committed to improving occupational hand protection through innovation.

Does this sound like you?

If you are a skilled technician with superior problem-solving skills and a passion for optimizing production efficiency, we'd love to meet you If you consider yourself innovative, process-improvement driven, safety-focused, and enjoy building strong relationships, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are currently recruiting for a Manufacturing Technician to join our team at our High Point, North Carolina facility. We are hiring for two (2) positions, one on day shift and one on afternoon shift.

About the role:

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Manufacturing Technician ensures that production machinery operates efficiently and at peak capacity. This includes performing calibration, testing, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting production issues. The Manufacturing Technician will also prepare and batch chemicals, maintain supplies, and document all processes in alignment with Superior Glove's standards.

This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to problem-solve in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Location:

This role is based out of our High Point, North Carolina USA location.

Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and monitor production line machinery, ensuring output meets quality standards.
• Troubleshoot technical issues on production equipment, applying lockout/tagout procedures as needed.
• Perform calibrations, tests, and preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Create and maintain batch sheets, process control sheets, and ERP production updates.
• Inspect and test raw materials and finished goods to ensure quality compliance.
• Support chemical preparation, wastewater treatment, and post-dip operations as required.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and SOPs following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Assist with training new employees and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Post secondary education in the manufacturing, mechanical or chemical fields is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience operating and troubleshooting production equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Ability to read blueprints/CAD drawings and use diagnostic and measurement tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic assembly, modification, and maintenance work.
• Certification or experience in 5S, Lean, Kaizen, or Value Stream Mapping would be considered an asset
• Experience with production tracking platforms (e.g., NetSuite).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and textiles manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and initiative to execute accurately and on time.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and manage multiple priorities.

Why join Superior Glove?

Superior Glove is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive work culture to ensure every voice is heard and valued.

When you work at Superior Glove, you are part of the family

Some of the benefits/perks include:

• Yearly contenders and recipients of multiple prestigious awards including Canada's Best Managed for over 10 years, Canada's Safest Manufacturer, Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces, Canada's Excellence Business Award and more
• Enjoy our Recognition Program to gain access to fantastic rewards
• Access to our on-site fitness lessons, equipment, "Grab and Go" bikes and more
• Take part in community and company events, staff lunch adventures and annual barbeques
• And much more

Superior Glove strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the company will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates with disabilities.