Tile Laminating Operator — Coating & Packaging

Forbo Group; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero premium health insurance

Family friendly Health Insurance

Zero premium Vision Insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off – Vacation & PTO

Job summary

Forbo Group is seeking a Laminating Line Operator for Tile Manufacturing. You will oversee coating line operations, ensure continuous production flow, and manage packing and boxing tasks while maintaining product quality and accurate documentation.

You will train new team members, follow strict safety procedures, and support ongoing improvements in a fast-paced flooring production environment. This on-site role offers stable hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment (preferably continuous-flow or flooring/tiles).
• Competence in operating industrial machinery, control panels, and HMIs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for low-level fault finding and equipment adjustments.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures, work instructions, and safety procedures.
• FLT or pallet truck certification (or willingness to train).
• Experience with PEC systems or similar digital production recording tools.
• Knowledge of OEE and continuous improvement principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate the coating line control panel during start-ups, product changes, and line stoppages, performing pre-start checks.
• Manage packing and boxing operations, enter product data, and ensure accurate PEC documentation.
• Train new starters on equipment, processes, and safety; uphold COSHH and site procedures.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Control panels

HMIs

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Team training

Manual handling

Tools

PEC system

Job description

Forbo Group is seeking a Laminating Line Operator for Tile Manufacturing. You will oversee coating line operations, ensure continuous production flow, and manage packing and boxing tasks while maintaining product quality and accurate documentation.

You will train new team members, follow strict safety procedures, and support ongoing improvements in a fast-paced flooring production environment. This on-site role offers stable hours and a comprehensive benefits package.