Grout Lines Associate- 1st Shift

Position Overview:

Wausau Tile is looking for a motivated, reliable, and detail-oriented individual to join the Grout Lines Team as a Grout Lines Associate. This role is responsible for grouting, patching, taping, and finishing concrete products while following specific product tags, grout color requirements, and production specifications. The Grout Lines Associate will prepare and mix grout and rock, inspect completed products for quality, and accurately record completed production pieces. This position may support other production areas based on workload and staffing needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and understand product tags to identify the correct grout color, finishing requirements, and production specifications.
• Apply water to concrete surfaces as required before grouting.
• Apply the correct grout color to products according to product specifications.
• Allow grout to set until nearly dry, then wipe excess grout with a clean rag.
• Ensure all holes are properly filled and finished flush with the surface.
• Finish surfaces using a Scotch-Brite pad as required.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality and production standards.
• Learn and properly mix different grout colors using established ratios and procedures.
• Sift and prepare rock used in the grout to achieve consistent color and texture.
• Mix grout with the required rock according to established procedures and material ratios.
• Monitor grout and rock supplies and communicate when additional materials are needed.
• Properly tape designated areas of products that will be blasted or acid washed.
• Identify areas that will not receive additional finishing and ensure they are properly protected.
• Remove tape when appropriate and inspect the finished product.
• Operate the computer production system to log completed production pieces.
• Enter and verify production information accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Communicate questions, discrepancies, material needs, or quality concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Properly use and care for tools and equipment.
• Assist in other production areas and cross-train as needed based on workload and staffing needs.

Tools & Equipment Used:

• Hand tools: scrapers, chisels, pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches
• Finishing tools: Scotch-Brite pads, clean rags, and related finishing equipment
• Grout and rock mixing tools and equipment
• Tape and application materials
• Computer and production tracking system
• Lifting equipment: pallet jacks, walk-behind lifts, cranes, suction pads
• Power and pneumatic tools as required
• Forklift (if certified or trained)

Wausau Tile is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Plan Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.