Production Operator, Gaskets

Davlyn GroupDavlyn GroupIndependence, Virginia, United States
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8/20/2026

Employment

Full time

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Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Production Operator manufactures, inspects, and labels textile gasket products while performing preventive maintenance on equipment. They are also responsible for tracking production, troubleshooting machine issues, and maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Requirements overview

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED. Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment is considered a plus.

Key skills

ProductionManufacturingPreventive maintenanceEquipment operationQuality inspectionTroubleshootingVisual managementDocumentationSafety complianceMaterial handlingShrink-wrappingCross-trainingContinuous improvement

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Education requirements

high school

About Davlyn Group

Industry

Textile Manufacturing

Employees

82

Type

Privately Held

Size

201-500 employees

Davlyn Group is a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of technical textiles and composites for the industrial, commercial, and residential markets. With a history of innovation supported by numerous technology patents, Davlyn Manufacturing has become a thermal solutions leader across commercial and industrial markets since its founding in 1980. Today, Davlyn owns and operates a modern 125,000 sq. ft. facility in Spring City, PA, with high-volume knitting, braiding and specialty coating capabilities. In 2005, Darco Southern joined Davlyn Group, adding a 35,000 sq. ft. facility in Independence, VA. Darco provides unique solutions to complex thermal protection and industrial gasket challenges. In 2020, Davlyn Group acquired Norfab-Amatex, a leading provider of technical textiles and composites for the personal protective equipment (PPE) and industrial markets. This acquisition added three additional manufacturing facilities in North America. Our team of over 350 dedicated employees has repeatedly earned us a multitude of recognition awards from global industry leaders for our consistent excellence in innovation, product quality, value engineering and on-time performance. The Company’s affiliations include NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), NSC (National Safety Council), AHAM (Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers), and NAHAD (National Association of Hose and Accessory Distributors).

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Description

Description The Production Operator, Gaskets (Cleaver Brooks), manufactures textile gaskets used in industrial boiler products. This role performs all tasks involved in the production of the Company’s technical textile gasket products, including preventive maintenance and tending equipment, manufacture and inspecting products following standard operating procedures. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. Davlyn Group is a fast growing, privately owned technical textile company based in Spring City, PA, just outside of Philadelphia, with additional locations in Norristown, PA, Independence, VA and Juarez, Mexico. Through our Amatex, Darco Southern, Davlyn Manufacturing, and Norfab businesses, our products and engineering services are used by thousands of customers in over 50 countries to help keep heat in its place, improve safety, and increase productivity. DGH is a leading manufacturer of technical textiles, fabrics and yarns used in the appliance industry, industrial markets, and personal protective equipment (PPE). Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Perform all tasks as assigned by supervisor. Inspect and label product per quality requirements. Troubleshoot the equipment and minimize downtime. Track production utilizing the appropriate visual management or documentation tools. Escalate safety, quality concerns or machine malfunction to the supervisor. Move finished goods in the designated area. Rolling gaskets and shrink-wrapping gaskets. Retrieve gaskets from the punch press process. Cross-train in other areas when time permits. Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement efforts. Maintain a clean and safe work area. Requirements Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED. Previous production or manufacturing experience, a plus. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is an on-site, full-time position, and the standard work schedule is 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. Supervisory Experience: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Travel: This position does not travel. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. independently. Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of walking, standing, pushing, pulling, or bending Able to perform both gross and fine manipulation Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work facility may be hot and/or cold, based on the time of year. Many areas of the production floor have a very high noise level. Hearing protection is required in these areas. Regularly work near moving mechanical parts. Tolerate regular contact with fiberglass and fiberglass fibers. Davlyn Group believes that all people are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Davlyn Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Davlyn Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #DavlynManf

Requirements

  • •Production
  • •Manufacturing
  • •Preventive maintenance
  • •Equipment operation
  • •Quality inspection
  • •Troubleshooting
  • •Visual management
  • •Documentation
  • •Safety compliance
  • •Material handling
  • •Shrink-wrapping
  • •Cross-training
  • •Continuous improvement

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