PRODUCTION TRAINER

Join the largest manufacturer of tile and natural stone in the United States and watch your career stand out with Dal-Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries.

Our close-knit team of dedicated professionals has made us the success we are today. In exchange for their hard work, we support our people with a family-friendly work environment, a commitment to promoting from within, unique benefits that go beyond just medical and dental, and a belief that every employee deserves a productive life outside of work. If this sounds outstanding to you, take the first step forward and explore a career with Dal-Tile.

Recruiting Profile

Dal-Tile is currently seeking an exceptional Production Trainer to join our TEAM!  As the Production Trainer, we need someone who is ready to provide a variety of support such as creating training materials, coaching, and training new hires and tenured employees on general processes, SOP Procedures, and new products. 

Primary Objective

Primarily responsible for providing on job training (OJT) to new hires and tenured employees. Must be committed to learning and becoming a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on all operational and procedures within the organization. The trainer will dedicate a significant portion of their time to the production floor, where they will observe, coach, and evaluate employees. Additionally, the trainer will conduct new hire training and assess candidates on equipment to ensure proficiency.  Responsibilities also include maintaining and updating the SOP binder for the entire operation, as well as creating and documenting new SOP’s as necessary. 

Major Function and Scope

• Tailors training materials and provides direction to trainees.

• Ability to assess, coach, train on various operational and procedural material. 

• Works closely with Team Leads, Supervisors, Management, and HR to understand the individual training needs of each employee.

• Implements and develops teaching aids based on the needs of the workforce.

• Oversees and facilitates testing and evaluation procedures to be used for completion of training.

• Conducts training sessions covering specified areas such as new employee orientation. Will provide OJT training , refresher training, and retraining team members as needed.

• Reports on progress of employees under their direction during training periods.

• Provide and respond with clear communication to management team (e-mail, verbal, etc.) .

• Perform other duties as assigned .

Experience and Knowledge Required

High school diploma or equivalent experience.

3+ years’ previous experience as a trainer, training facilitator or other relevant position , preferably in a manufacturing environment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.  

Competencies

Good oral and written communications skills. Good record keeping skills. Good listening skills. Accurate measurement capability. Ability to understand and speak basic English. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work in a safe and conscientious manner. 

Other Pertinent Job Information

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate may be required to sometimes sit, climb, or balance. The associate may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures. The noise level is usually loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, career opportunities, and an environment of creativity and growth.  Examples include:  Company Match on 401k, Employee Purchase Discount, and Tuition Reimbursement.

Dal-Tile is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans and their families - Thank You for Your Service!
Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.