Press Operator - Rotating Day Shift

SUMMARY: The Press Operator runs the Press Dept.

production, checks the quality of the press material and assist in training new operators.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Operates and maintains automatic presses and dryers * Follows department Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). * Operates and monitors the press to insure tile is pressed to specifications.

* Inspects press and associated equipment prior to each shift.

* Checks and regulates cycle speed, as required.

* Checks thickness of tile and body moisture.

* Maintains and keeps dies, die cases and riser blocks clean.

* Routinely checks and adjusts blow-off to ensure proper case cleaning.

* Routinely audits lug dimensions to ensure proper size.

* Produces enough ware to enable the line to meet production requirements.

* Assists with the training of new Press Operators.

* Assists with PM program and general maintenance.

* Conducts regular quality checks, corrects defects, and reports uncorrectable defects to supervisor immediately to minimize controllable defec QUALIFICATIONS: * General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing press equipment, * general knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of the equipment; * ability to guide and train other personnel; ability to follow oral and written instructions; * ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

ts; * Cleans tools and equipment used to perform duties.

* Completes all necessary reports, accurately, completely and neatly.

* Advises the Supervisor of repairs and items that need to be scheduled and conducted.

* Maintains cleanliness of the area.

* Practices correct safety procedures.

* Performs related tasks as required.

Florida Tile provides an array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes: * Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans * Flexible Spending Accounts * Employee Wellness Program * Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability * Employer Paid Life Insurance * Supplemental Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness Coverage * 401(k) Retirement Plan and Employer Provided 401(k) Matching * Tuition Reimbursement * Paid Time Off Florida Tile is committed to treating people fairly and respectfully, we are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity in the people we hire, the manner in which they are trained, their selections for promotions and transfer, and in all other aspects of employment.

Your ability and performance are the keys to your success here at Florida Tile, regardless of your age, race, color, marital status, sexual orientation, sex, religion, creed national origin, political ideology, veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability unrelated to the ability to perform the job, in accordance with applicable law.