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 Kiln Operator to join our MFG TEAM! As the Kiln Operator we need someone to monitor movement of tile through the kiln firing process for the production of the ceramic tile manufacturing process.

 

Primary Objective

Monitors movement of tile through the kiln firing process.

 

Major Function and Scope

Monitors tile entering and exiting the kiln to ensure process is operating efficiently. Inspects tile for defects. Records temperature of kiln every hour during shift. Collects tile samples for lab. Monitors equipment or processes and reports problems to supervisor. Follows ISO operating procedures and control plan. Helps maintain a team environment by cooperating and communicating with team. Ability to maintain a clean work station, conform to all safety and health requirements, and must be able to be at work station at shift change. Keeps area safe, clean and organized. Complete all required training, including ergonomic, safety, health and environmental. Identify and adjust workstation arrangement, work practices, and workflow to reduce risk factors Report issues to supervisor/manager when unable to control risk factor/s. Report symptoms of injury/illness and concerns when first noted. Participate in incident investigation. Other duties as required.

 

Experience and Knowledge Required

High school diploma or equivalent experience.

 

Competencies

Good oral and written communication skills. Good record-keeping skills. Good listening skills. Accurate measurement capability. Ability to understand and speak basic English.

 

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 include close vision, peripheral vision, and the 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.