COLOR CHANGE OPERATOR (GLAZE PREP) - C SHIFT (DAYS) at Mohawk Industries in Muskogee, Oklahoma

Job Description:

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 an exceptional Changeover Tech to join our TEAM! As the Changeover Tech, we need someone who is ready to provide a variety of support such as manage color changes, collaborate with planning and shift manager, and conducts reporting on color change status.




Primary Objective:


Inspects and sorts finished tile.



Shift: C-Shift Wednesday-Saturday


Wednesday: Noon-6pm


Thursday-Saturday: 6am-6pm



Major Function and Scope:


Responsible to execute, participate and drive Color Changes.


Works with Planning Manager and Shift Manager to prioritize color changes.


Reports and exchanges accurate information between shifts on color changes status.


Tracks accurate time when CC started, between tests and when production started.


Verifies, confirm and/or adjust line setup before running a test and before production starts.


Achieves any of the three Target Shades.


Evaluates every test of color changes to determine if color is OK.


Uses technical skills to propose changes on setup, application or formulas to achieve Target.


Records all changes made on every test.


Works with GL Lead and Supervisor to have resources needed to pull tests.


Once production started, provides Technical Assistance if needed to keep consistent application or Shade.

Escalade Technical Assistance as needed according to Time frame.


Works with R+D transferring New Products.


Performs other duties as required.



Experience and Knowledge Required:


High school diploma.

No previous manufacturing/production experience required.



Competencies:


Good oral and written communications skills. Good record keeping skills. Good listening skills. Accurate measurement capability. Ability to understand and speak basic English. Computer skills (Windows environment), basic Photoshop knowledge, Color matching experience.



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 may be exposed to the risk of electrical shock or vibration. 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.