Machine Operator

Dal-Tile•Muskogee, OK

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Dal-Tile is seeking a Manufacturing Machine Operator to join its Muskogee manufacturing team. The operator runs production equipment, monitors production parameters, inspects or tests products against specifications, records data, and determines when to adjust a process or contact supervision for guidance. The role may involve working as a sorter, box assembler, or relief operator for kiln or automatic sorting equipment. Operators follow standard operating procedures, ISO procedures, and specified quality checks, and may stop equipment when safety, quality, or mechanical issues prevent safe operation or product conformance. Available schedules are B Shift (night shift): Sunday–Tuesday, 6:00 PM–6:00 AM, and Wednesday, 6:00 PM–12:00 AM; or D Shift (night shift): Wednesday, 12:00 AM–6:00 AM, and Thursday–Saturday, 6:00 PM–6:00 AM. The posting lists additional night-shift differentials of $0.30 per hour for B Shift and $1.00 per hour for D Shift. The position requires routinely working at a height requiring fall protection. Work involves standing, using and reaching with the hands and arms, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; occasional sitting, climbing, or balancing may be required. The associate may lift or move up to 50 pounds. The work environment includes moving mechanical parts, occasional fumes or airborne particles, a wide range of temperatures, and usually loud noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Ability to understand and speak basic English.
Good oral communication skills.
Good listening skills.
Ability to routinely work at a height requiring fall protection.
Ability to perform the described physical duties, including lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate production equipment according to standard operating procedures.
Monitor production parameters and make process adjustments or contact supervision for guidance as needed.
Inspect or test products for conformance to specifications and record data.
Conduct tests or inspections as required by the control plan and test methods.
Perform duties as a sorter, box assembler, or relief operator for kiln or automatic sorting equipment as needed.
Perform additional tasks documented in the job task check sheet.
Stop production equipment when safety, quality, or mechanical problems prevent equipment use or product conformance.
Follow ISO operating procedures and maintain specified quality checks.
Monitor equipment or processes and report problems to the supervisor.
Keep the work area safe, clean, and organized.
Perform other related duties as required.