PLANT SUPERVISOR II

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.

Work Schedule:  Wed. 12pm - 6pm, Thurs. - Saturday 6am - 6pm

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for promoting a safe culture and awareness within their area of responsibility. 
• Directly supervise hourly Team Members to achieve expected levels of safety, quality, and productivity. 
• Responsible for all initial training of new hires and continuous training of the safety and ISO quality management systems.
• Keen understanding of scheduling requirements in a continuous flow operation.
• Responsible for line and equipment set-up for current and next run products.
• Incorporate, identify, and act on process improvements through Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Conducts process quality audits and develops a sustainment plan when audits reveal points outside of specification.
• Reviews samples and product steps continually for approval and product/process improvement.
• Coordinates operator based maintenance needs for area, as well as initiating work orders for PM and project needs.
• Resolves technical problems with regards to shade variations, glaze defects, application problems and other problems as needed.
• Understands and maintains standards and assists operations with process improvements with success measured by process reliability.
• Actively participate in the selection process of hiring new talent into the organization and performing subsequent evaluations.
• Establishes and maintains controls to keep costs at a minimum consistent with efficient operations.
• Able to work well with all departments in the value stream, as you will have daily interaction with all ‘suppliers and customers’ within the facility.
• Ensures employees complete required training, including safety, ergonomic and all other required training.
• Foster and maintain good employee relations through all the appropriate methods of communications and positive employee relations practices. 
• Lead injury/illness investigations and ensure accurate root cause is identified and addressed.  
• Other duties as required by Manager.

Education and Knowledge: 

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, ceramic engineering, material science or equivalent experience in the ceramic industry, preferred. 
• Knowledge of ceramic manufacturing and quality standards preferred.  

Experience: 

• 3 - 5 years of supervisory experience, experience in a manufacturing environment a plus. 

Core Competencies: 

• Core competencies include strong communication skills, organizational and problem-solving skills, conflict resolution skills, and ability to analyze, plan, and schedule resources.
• Basic computer skills in the use of email, and Microsoft Office Programs.
• Able to speak/write in English/Spanish. 

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.