Production Operator

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• Quarterly Bonus Eligible

Shift

Shift: TBD

Pay

Pay: $26.9664 - $30.5964

Shift Differential

Shift Differential: $0.40 on 2nd shift / $0.45 on 3rd shift

Job Duties

Perform operator PM’s; utilization of the computer control systems; perform cold start-ups and shutdowns; assist with die changes; perform daily walk through.

Work the material control panel and related equipment

Input formulas for mixing the tile's raw materials

Maintain appropriate levels of raw materials so that work processing runs continuously

Add in defined levels/weights of pigments for controlling colors and pattern schedules

Understand and adhere to daily production schedules

Properly grind and store materials for the sizing and grinding operations

Acquire mastery of the sizing systems components, limitations, and use

Ensure that quality standards are achieved, and rework is minimized

Understand how to use the elevator loads and procedures for moving products

Safety

Always follow all safety guidelines: complete monthly safety training; know and use PPE equipment as required; locate, read, and understand MSDS’; follow job safety analysis procedures, follow LOTO rules, etc.

Agree to

Work with and support the work team as a unit.

Rotate through all the duties of the team unit.

Actively participate in troubleshooting processing problems.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening
• Positive and verifiable work history

Physical Demands

• Frequently will push, pull, carry, and lift 20 - 50lbs
• Occasionally walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping and repetitive movements
• Frequently talk, hear, read, write
• Frequently must be able to work in moderate noise, up to 83 decibels

Mental Demands

• Think analytically
• Make decisions
• Develop options and implement solutions
• Work with a team
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)
• Attention to detail
• Communicate effectively
• Multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Work with a Sense of Urgency

About the Role

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Production Operator to be in Kankakee, IL.

Reporting to the Operations Manager and on Shift Team Lead, the Production Operator will be responsible for mixing chemical compounds to form tiles, adding coloration, setting up various equipment that sizes, grinds, handles and transports tiles through forming, shaping, heating, drying, and packaging for warehousing or customer shipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Skills

Think analytically

Make decisions

Develop options and implement solutions

Work with a team

Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)

Attention to detail

Communicate effectively

Multitask in a fast-paced environment

Work with a Sense of Urgency

Benefits

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

AHF Products is a leading hard surface flooring manufacturer in the USA with a family of trusted brands serving the residential and commercial hardwood, tile, and vinyl flooring markets.

With decades of experience in award-winning flooring design, product development, manufacturing, and service, we create quality flooring to last for generations through inspiring designs, innovation, and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service.

Our residential flooring brands include Bruce®, Armstrong Flooring™, Hartco®, Robbins®, LM Flooring ®, Capella®, HomerWood®, Hearthwood®, Raintree®, Autograph®, Emily Morrow Home®, tmbr®, Crossville®, and Crossville Studios®.

Our commercial brands include Bruce Contract™, Hartco Contract™, AHF Contract®, Armstrong Flooring, Parterre®, Crossville® and Crossville Studios®.

Headquartered in Mountville, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing operations across the United States and in Cambodia, AHF Products employs over 3,000 dedicated team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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