Lamination Technician - Night Shift

Lamination Technician - 12 Hour Night Shift

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

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.

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.

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.