Production Operator (Part-Time)

C850 Tarkett USA Inc.; Middlefield Center (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Career growth and flexible work

Job summary

Tarkett seeks a manufacturing operator in New York who will work in the molding/finishing departments, following safety standards and quality controls. You will load/unload presses, inspect materials for defects, and transport materials between stations within a fast-paced plant environment.

The role requires standing for long periods, handling up to 50 lbs, and working in variable temperatures. Tarkett offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities in a global flooring leader.

Qualifications

• Must comply with existing safety standards.
• Able to troubleshoot and complete 5S audit.
• Load/unload presses and support molding/finishing operations as needed.
• Inspect materials for defects and inconsistencies; transport materials to next station.

Responsibilities

• Stand for long hours during shift.
• Push objects up to 50 lbs.
• Adhere to strict safety and quality production standards.
• Reach, bend, lift, and push objects weighing 3–50 lbs continuously.
• Carry/transport material as part of the workflow.
• Support production in meeting weekly quotas.
• Demonstrate strong work ethic and adaptability to extreme temperatures.

Skills

Safety standards compliance

Troubleshooting 5S audit

Load/unload presses

Molding/Finishing operations awareness

Inspect materials for defects

Transport materials in plant

Production tickets & downtime sheets

Support green initiative

Adapt to fast-paced environment

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to comply with existing safety standards
• Ability to troubleshoot and complete 5s audit
• Ability to load/unload presses
• Ability to perform work within Molding/Finishing department based on business needs
• Ability to inspect materials for defects, inconsistencies
• Ability to transport materials to next station in the manufacturing process (using tow motor if required)
• Ability to complete production tickets, downtime sheets
• Ability to maintain/continue green initiative
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with frequent distractions

LOOOKING FOR EXCITED CANDIDATES WHO:

• Stand, walk for long hours during shift.
• Push objects up to 50lbs during a shift
• Adhere to strict safety and quality production standards
• Reach, bend, lift, and push objects weighing 3-50 lbs. on a continuous basis for the duration of the shift.
• Carry/transport material
• Support production with meeting weekly quotas
• Has great work ethics
• Comfortable working in extreme temperatures

WHAT IS IT LIKE WORKING WITH US?

Safety is very critical to us so we provide all PPEs. It can get really noisy at time. We provide all employees hearing protection Temperature can vary between 60°F and 90°F in some department at the plant This job requires standing in one location for an extended time

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/