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Florida Tile is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Press Operator to join our manufacturing team. The Press Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining press department equipment to ensure efficient production of high-quality tile products. This role monitors product quality, performs routine equipment inspections, assists with preventive maintenance activities, and supports the training of new operators.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor, and maintain automatic presses and dryers to meet production and quality standards.
- Follow all department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety requirements.
- Monitor press operations to ensure tile products are manufactured according to specifications.
- Inspect press equipment and related machinery before each shift and report any issues.
- Adjust and regulate cycle speeds as needed to optimize production efficiency.
- Measure and verify tile thickness and body moisture levels to ensure product quality.
- Maintain cleanliness of dies, die cases, riser blocks, and associated equipment.
- Perform routine blow-off adjustments to ensure proper die case cleaning.
- Audit lug dimensions regularly to verify compliance with required specifications.
- Produce sufficient ware to support production line requirements and schedules.
- Conduct regular quality inspections, identify defects, make corrective adjustments when possible, and immediately report issues that cannot be corrected.
- Assist in training and mentoring new Press Operators.
- Support preventive maintenance (PM) programs and general equipment maintenance activities.
- Complete required production and quality documentation accurately and timely.
- Notify supervisors of equipment repairs, maintenance needs, or operational concerns.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Experience operating industrial press equipment in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Working knowledge of press operation, maintenance practices, and production processes.
- Understanding of workplace safety procedures and equipment operating standards.
- Ability to identify quality issues and take appropriate corrective action.
- Ability to train, guide, and support team members.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift and move materials as required.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, dust, noise, and moving machinery.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Benefits
Florida Tile offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Wellness Program
- Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Supplemental Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Equal Employment Opportunity
Florida Tile is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and performance without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace built on respect, inclusion, and opportunity for all.