Lead Machine Operator

Dal-Tile; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dal-Tile is seeking a Technical Operator I to monitor and adjust industrial machinery to stay within product parameters for the B shift (night). The role includes quality checks, cleaning, and basic maintenance of equipment, with training duties and collaboration with technicians.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent (Technical Certificate preferred) and 1+ year of manufacturing experience. Opportunities to contribute to safe, efficient production exist within the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Technical Certificate preferred.
• 1+ years manufacturing/production experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates and adjusts industrial machinery to meet product parameters.
• Insures all product is processed within the department assigned.
• Performs quality checks and documents results.
• Cleans machinery and work area; maintains equipment.
• Maintains and fixes production equipment; assists in operator training.
• Collaborates with technicians and contractors on maintenance procedures.

Skills

Oral communication

Listening

English (basic)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical Certificate

Tools

Label machine

System adjustments

Flaw master functions

Techno speeds adjustments

Job description

About the Job:

Dal-Tile is currently seeking a Technical Operator I to join our TEAM! As the Technical Operator I we need someone who can adjusts industrial machinery and equipment to be within the parameter of the product.

B Shift – Night Shift:

• Sunday–Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM.
• Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM.

Primary Objective:

Monitors operation of all machines within the department to ensure optimal production efficiencies.

Major Function and Scope:

• Operates, adjusts industrial machinery and equipment to be within the parameters of the product.
• Insures all product is processed within the department assigned.
• Performs quality checks of work and documents on appropriate paperwork.
• Cleans machinery, equipment and work area with provided supplies and utensils.
• Maintains and fixes production equipment of assigned department.
• Assists on training operators within the department.
• Works with technicians and contractors within the department on training procedures and maintenance of machinery.
• Maintains a clean work area including the proper care and storage of tools and equipment
• Communicate quality issues and problems to supervisor/manager.
• Monitor product volume, quality, and record data.
• Comply and support Environment Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Sorting Specific Duties:

• Fine tune sorting line to adhere to pieces per minutes requirements.
• Knowledge of flaw master functions.
• Knowledge of label machine, system and adjustments.
• Adjustments of techno speeds and parameters.
• Basic tool list supplied by department of minor adjustments, if needed.
• Experience and Knowledge Required.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience. Technical Certificate preferred.
• 1+ years previous manufacturing/production experience.

Competencies:

• Routinely working at a height that requires fall protection.
• Good oral communications skills.
• Good listening skills.
• 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 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.