Join the largest manufacturer of tile and natural stone in the United States and watch your career stand out with Dal-Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries.
Our close-knit team of dedicated professionals has made us the success we are today. In exchange for their hard work, we support our people with a family-friendly work environment, a commitment to promoting from within, unique benefits that go beyond just medical and dental, and a belief that every employee deserves a productive life outside of work. If this sounds outstanding to you, take the first step forward and explore a career with Dal-Tile.
Dal-Tile is currently seeking a Specialized Technician to join our MFG TEAM! As the Specialized Technician we need someone to manages the technical operation for the production of the Quartz manufacturing process.
Primary Objective
Works with factory equipment and produce products. They monitor the quality of assembled products and create maintenance logs and reports on production results, according to company protocol.
Major Function and Scope
Develops process improvements and implements new equipment and technology.
Aids in the training of personnel to perform activities affecting quality and manufacturing processes.
Assists in writing and teaching process procedures to ensure corrective and preventative actions are taking place.
Documents operating procedures and checklists.
Accountable for problem solving in assigned priority areas utilizing corrective measures to maintain product quality standards.
Assists in new product start-ups in manufacturing.
Supports the implementation of new manufacturing equipment.
Works with glaze prep and glaze line personnel to resolve technical problems with regards to shade variations, glaze defects, application problems and other problems as needed.
Ensures operations are within specifications.
Ensures inventories, screens, silicon rollers, etc. are ordered, received and meet specifications before accepted into in production.
Performs other duties as required.
Experience and Knowledge Required
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with knowledge of ceramic industry
Strong technical background in the floor tile/ceramic industry
Competencies
Core competencies include strong communication skills, organization, data analysis and interpretation, and interpersonal skills. Strong problem-solving skills, ability to train and coach and to coordinate priorities. Foreign language (Spanish/Italian) a plus.
Other Pertinent Job Information
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate may be required to sometimes sit, climb or balance. The associate may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures. The noise level is usually loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, career opportunities, and an environment of creativity and growth. Examples include: Company Match on 401k, Employee Purchase Discount, and Tuition Reimbursement.
Dal-Tile is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans and their families - Thank You for Your Service!
Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don't Work participant.
