Quartz - Slab Repair Operator

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.

• Accountable for problem solving in assigned priority areas utilizing corrective measures to maintain product quality standards.


• Assisting team members in moving and placing large slabs safely


• Performing precision chip repairs using epoxy and color techniques


• Ensuring top-tier finish quality from shop to job site


• Operating equipment safely (Forklift, Bridge Saw, Crane)


• Keeping your workspace clean, organized, and efficient


• Staying sharp by learning new techniques and stonework styles


• Develop and own the recovery techniques of the manufacturing process to achieve production set goals that meet high-quality standards.


• Support cross-functional activities for progress and continuous improvement of the entire plant.


• Ability to peruse, assess, and prepare work area for problem solving, quality inspection, and subsequent approval process.


• Willingness to learn and apply knowledge on real challenges, production expectations, and initiatives that promote manufacturing process.


• Support the daily efforts to ensure consistent product quality control compliance and improvement.


• Support the exploration, recognition, implementation, and categorization of product recovery/repair that exceeds customer satisfaction.


• Ensure operations are within specifications and perform other duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with knowledge of ceramic industry, (Preferred).


• 1+ year of fabrication experience (Preferred)


• Familiarity with tools, machines, and safety protocols


• Detail-oriented and takes pride in their craftsmanship


• Physically capable and safety-minded


• Willingness to learn, grow, and be a reliable part of the team


• Strong technical background in the floor tile/ceramic industry

Competency

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.