Mosaic Assembly Operator

SUMMARY: Collects cut mosaic pieces after the cutting and dryer stages, assembles them on template plates before gluing, and manually packs finished mosaic sheets. Rotates between assembly and end of line packing stations and supports material replenishment and general production activities under the direction of the Coordinator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect cut mosaic pieces after cutting and drying and transfer them to the assembly station without damaging edges.
• Arrange mosaic pieces on template plates according to the specified pattern, orientation, spacing, product, and shade.
• Check for chipped, broken, missing, or incorrectly positioned pieces and correct the assembly before it enters the gluing machine.
• Feed prepared template plates to the gluing machine according to the established operating sequence.
• Rotate with end of line operators to collect finished mosaic sheets, check visible quality and sheet completeness, and manually place sheets into cartons.
• Use the required carton, sheet count, protective materials, and product identification; report or segregate defective sheets according to department procedures.
• Support general production activities and rotate through assigned line stations, including finished sheet collection and manual packing, after appropriate training.
• Keep the gluing machine supplied with the specified adhesive and mosaic mesh; replenish materials and perform routine cleaning according to operating instructions.
• Check product identity and visible quality, keep different products and shades separated, and report defects or equipment problems to the supervisor.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas, remove empty cartons and scrap, and follow required PPE and safe work procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• No mechanical maintenance experience required; ability to learn the assigned production tasks through on the job training.
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail for repetitive placement and packing tasks.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, count pieces and sheets accurately, and recognize visible defects and shade differences.
• Ability to work cooperatively, maintain the required production pace, and rotate between assigned stations.
• Ability to coordinate with other operators and complete assigned tasks reliably.
• Ability to lift 50 plus pounds on regular basis
• Warehouse experience is a plus.
• Ability to perform and understand basic written procedures.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Florida Tile provides an array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit program includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off

Florida Tile is committed to treating people fairly and respectfully, we are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity in the people we hire, the manner in which they are trained, their selections for promotions and transfer, and in all other aspects of employment. Your ability and performance are the keys to your success here at Florida Tile, regardless of your age, race, color, marital status, sexual orientation, sex, religion, creed national origin, political ideology, veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability unrelated to the ability to perform the job, in accordance with applicable law.