Operator/ 2nd Shift; Deco Dept.

Ahf Products - Crossville, TN

Full-time

Crossville, TN

1,001-5,000 employees

Wood Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Deco Line Operator position at AHF Products involves operating large press machinery and performing various mechanical tasks to ensure the production of high-quality flooring products. The role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety guidelines, and effective communication with team members to maintain production efficiency and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Check weight and density on glaze and paste every two hours.
• Check glue and powder weights and mix; refill material; and match new runs.
• Demonstrate an understanding and the use of verticals, laser rollers, washing booths, air power pumps, powder machines, emergency cords, disc booth and brush off.
• Clean heads in digital rooms, load digital files on all set ups; and purge digital manually.
• Monitor continuously for good tile.
• Check samples for color, texture, and deco three times per shift.
• Keep up with cars of finished tile throughout the shift.
• Changeover lines, including change of material, screens, rollers and cleaning.
• Complete 5S and TPMs and all other necessary paperwork.
• Dig ditches as necessary to ensure drains are free of debris.
• Set tile height, install top and bottom guts, change blades.
• Sign off on all samples that are run during shift.
• Assist and run other lines as needed and directed.
• Operate a forklift.
• Use Gemba board to effectively communicate issues.
• Report any issues to the next shift.
• Ability to recognize issues with production and correct or notify appropriate employees.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, Supervisors, and other Departments.
• Work on Kaizen for continuous improvement.
• Follow safety guidelines and company standards, utilizing PPE as required.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Good interpersonal skills in dealing with employees.
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary and other shifts as necessary.
• Must pass a mandatory pre-employment drug test, physical, and criminal background check.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K