Lamination Technician

Job Title

Lamination Technician

Position Overview

Summary:

The purpose of this position is to ensure that the Lamination process remains safely running and that the product remains free of quality defects.

Duties (Essential & Non-Essential)

Making machine/process adjustments on the line and on computer.

Visual inspections of products for defects and grading.

Following specific instructions on each order.

Maintaining operation of the equipment through associate maintenance tasks and housekeeping

Achieving set quality standards and raising the flag when outside of those standards

Overall visual control of the assigned section of the line.

Jumping seams

Flying rolls using a gantry crane

Driving lift trucks to move inventory to and from the line

Monitoring parameters such as speed, edge trim, unwinder change overs, material properties (too hot/cold)

Performing quality checks on finished product and entering that data into the computer

Issuing and confirming material in the inventory management system

Assist lead and supervisor with weekly inventory audits

Thread up the line as needed

Assist other departments as needed

Understand lockout tag out and green lock procedures for safe operation of the equipment

Feed new rolls of material such as the core, backing material and the wear layer.

Assist the Department Lead in the daily production of quality Resilient flooring in the safest, most efficient and productive manner, by utilizing established methods and procedures.

Lead by example as a positive, team-oriented employee.

Housekeeping in the department

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have the ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math.

Must have strong communication skills

Must be familiar with current computer systems and software.

Must be able to operate a lift truck once trained.

A high-school diploma or equivalent.

Passion and track record of achieving results

Proven ability to work collaboratively with all levels of associates.

Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions.

Experience with continuous manufacturing processes.

Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time in hot or cold environments

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Work Shift

12 Hr rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Act Calendar, shift starts PM, days change only

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.