Production Operator

Tarkett; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Career growth

Job summary

Tarkett in Florence, Alabama is seeking a Production Team Member to support manufacturing operations. You will help ensure on-time, quality production while promoting a strong safety culture and using WCM tools to identify opportunities for improvement.

The role involves operating equipment, performing repetitive tasks, and collaborating with team members to sustain a clean, safe, efficient facility that delivers value to Tarkett’s customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Able to work in a non-temperature controlled environment.
• Pass fit-to-work physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and machines to support production.
• Maintain 5S and keep the facility clean.
• Promote safety culture and report near misses.
• Operate forklift.
• Move and label material and inspect quality.
• Package and label products.
• Support continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Dependable

Adaptable

Customer focused

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Production Team Member

LOCATION: Florence, Alabama

POSITION SUMMARY

Tarkett is seeking a new Production Team Member to join their manufacturing team in Florence, Alabama. Promoting a safety culture and utilizing WCM tools and methodology, in this position you will work with others to deliver a quality product on time to Tarkett’s customers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate equipment and machines that support production
• Maintain and support 5S initiatives throughout the facility
• Drive a safety culture by adhering to all safety rules, supporting safety initiatives, and communicating opportunities for improvement through near misses, and Kaizen
• Maintain cleanliness of operations, equipment and facility
• Operate forklift
• Correctly move and label material/product throughout the process
• Ensure a quality product is delivered to the customer by inspecting product throughout the process
• Package and label material/product accurately
• Perform repetitive tasks
• Notify supervisor of defective material, equipment, or tools that hinder the process
• Participate in projects and work with others to provide solutions to opportunities and drive improvement and efficient

REQUIREMENTS (including educational requirements)

• Understand the importance of working safely
• Pass a fit-to-work physical, drug screen, and background check
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able to work in a non-temperature controlled environment
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Able to work a flexible work schedule
• Have a strong attention to detail
• Results Orientated
• Dependable
• Customer Focused
• Adaptable and supportive of positive change
• Enjoy working collaboratively with others
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Must be able to make repetitive motions involving twisting and turning.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A commitment that Safety is #1
• Competitive benefits including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• 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 Human‑Conscious 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.

As a worldwide leader of the flooring industry, we design, manufacture and provide our customers the most innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions. At Tarkett, we cultivate a culture of entrepreneurship with respect and trust.

We make conscious choices, for people and for the planet and we commit to be next to your every step of the way. At Tarkett we help create great spaces. We believe in taking care of our people, our customers and our planet. We believe in being agile and performance-driven in everything that we do in order to find the best flooring and sports surface solutions.

https://www.tarkett.com/