Mixing Operator

Tarkett; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety first

Competitive benefits

Career growth

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Tarkett is seeking an experienced weekend shift Mixing Team Member in Kentucky to operate various production equipment and follow customer specs for quality, color and consistency. This role covers a 36-hour weekend schedule with pay for 40 hours, from 10:48pm to 11:00am, with optional overtime opportunities.

You will work in the Mixing Department, ensuring accurate material preparation, labeling, and documentation while upholding safety and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Ability to comply with existing safety standards.
• Knowledge of, and ability to differentiate colors.
• Ability to become tow-motor certified.
• Proven problem solving skills and accountability.
• Strong team player with organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up/operate mixing equipment to produce material to specifications.
• Produce/prep the correct amount of raw material to fill workload.
• Monitor equipment and ensure production process runs smoothly.
• Inspect material for defects and identify contamination sources.
• Complete required paperwork and downtime logs.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and support sustainability goals.

Skills

Color differentiation

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Team player

Organizational skills

Tools

Tow-motor operation

Mixing equipment operation

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic weekend shift Mixing Team Member who wants to grow within Tarkett. In this position you will have the opportunity to operate various production equipment and perform multiple functions within the Mixing Department to meet our customers' quality, color, and consistency specifications. Weekend shift employees would be on a 36-hour work schedule but will get paid for 40 hours. The shift schedule will be 10:48pm to 11am. There will not be forced overtime for the weekend shift but will however have volunteer opportunities available to do so.

ESSESNTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Review 5s checklist with previous operator Communicate with previous operator about possible problems or special instructions Set up/operate mixing equipment to produce material to our customers' specifications Produce/prep the correct amount of raw material to fill workload Follow instructions on the computer schedule, ensuring all material is labeled/coded correctly Monitor equipment: Computer control system, scales, loaders, mills, vacuum hoist, K6A to ensure production process is in working order Operate variety of production equipment as business needs require Inspect material for defects, inconsistencies Identify sources of contamination, and removing contamination as required Ensure all batch tickets correspond correctly with order specifications Complete required documentation/paperwork as required Complete downtime sheets Pickup and sweep in front, between, and behind presses Maintain/continue green sustainability initiatives

REQUIREMENTS

Ability to comply with existing safety standards Knowledge of, and ability to differentiate colors Ability to become tow-motor certified Proven problem solving skills Strong team player with a drive for results and accountability Strong organizational skills and maintain a well-kept work area Ability to work in a fast paced environment with frequent distractions and interruptions along with multiple demands from other associates, managers and customers, which may lead to miscellaneous other duties.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Perform work within the Mixing department based on business needs. This includes performing duties on presses and equipment Ability to reach, bend, lift, and push objects weighing up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis for the duration of the shift. Standing: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday) Walking: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday) Bending and Twisting: Constantly (greater than 80% of workday) Temperature Extremes (percent of time working in non-climate controlled, production environment): Constantly (greater than 80% of workday) Noise (percent of time working in loud, production environment): Constantly (greater than 80% of workday)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous manufacturing experience Equipment operation experience

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1

• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!

• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing - Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.

• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.

• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of 3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build "The Way to Better Floors," the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett HumanConscious Design approach.

www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.