Primary Objective: Supervises the activities of hourly maintenance technicians and equipment to ensure continual operation for the Press area.

Major Functions and Scope:

1. Leadership & Personnel Management

Supervise hourly maintenance personnel involved in maintenance, repair, programming, and service of plant facilities and equipment.

Interview and train new employees as needed.

Maintain employee performance records; provide regular coaching and feedback to improve skills and productivity.

Evaluate and manage employee performance in accordance with company policy.

Manage team scheduling, attendance, vacation planning, and daily work assignments to ensure proper coverage.

Conduct safety meetings, shift handoff meetings, and team development sessions.

Develop and implement training procedures to improve technical skills and support learning of new processes and equipment.

Ensure all required technical training is provided to maintain competency across the team.

2. Equipment & Facilities Maintenance

Ensure all press department equipment is operating safely, reliably, and efficiently.

Oversee proper functioning of environmental equipment such as dust collectors.

Maintain an organized press department, Powder Delivery, Enea Pad and Die shop to support safe and efficient operations.

Inspect dies to ensure they are in proper working condition and verify die inventory adequacy to meet production planning requirements.

Coordinate die rebuilds with external vendors and ensure timely return and quality.

Ensure Preventive Maintenance Program execution and identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.

3. Troubleshooting & Technical Support

Troubleshoot press equipment, dies, and related process issues to ensure tile quality and maximize press throughput.

Analyze equipment problems and determine corrective actions that minimize downtime, lower costs, and improve yield.

Recommend improvements to systems, processes, or equipment; implement approved changes.

4. Operations & CrossFunctional Support

Support Operations Department as needed to maintain production flow and meet performance targets.

Collaborate with other departments (Safety, Quality, Operations, Corporate) to resolve issues and coordinate activities.

Assist with spare parts management to ensure availability of critical components.

5. Safety & Environmental Compliance

Ensure all safety and environmental regulations, policies, and standards are followed.

Perform or support safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.

Promote safe work practices and reinforce compliance with procedures such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and PPE use.

6. Planning, Documentation & Reporting Collect and record data including requisitions, labor hours, work tags, PM documentation, and machine records. Ensure the completion and accuracy of preventive maintenance work orders and documentation. Provide input to improve maintenance planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.

7. Department Presence & Support Maintain a consistent and visible presence in the press department and related areas to support maintenance and operational activities. Be readily available on the floor to respond to equipment issues, assist technicians, and coordinate Maintenance team in real time. Ensure strong communication and alignment between Maintenance and Operation teams throughout the shift. 8. Other Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned to support department and plant objectives.

Education and Knowledge:

knowledge that are required. College or Technical degree in Engineering, Electronics or related field highly preferred. High school diploma and five plus years of maintenance leadership experience may substitute for a degree. Three or more years of technical leadership experience required. Knowledge of electrical, PLC, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and/or electronic equipment and systems required.

Experience:

• Requires 35 years of industrial maintenance experience and prior leadership experience. Tile manufacturing equipment knowledge is a plus.

Competencies:

• Core competencies include good communication and problem solving skills, mathematical aptitude, data analysis and interpretation, and ability to prioritize. Computer skills in word processing and spreadsheets. Strong/Proven interpersonal skills a must. Effective and persuasive communications skills both written and verbal required.

Associates Supervised:

• Hourly 10 Technicians

Other Pertinent Job Information:

• This employee will be responsible for direct reports.

• Occasional exposure to hazardous conditions caused by noise, moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and other conditions associated with a high-traffic production floor.

• Must be able to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time.

• Bending, crouching, and stooping may be required.

• Must be able to work in non-climate-controlled facilities.

• The work environment may be a noisy, high traffic manufacturing production floor.

• May be required to work a flexible schedule to include evening and night shifts, weekends, and holidays.

• The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day.

• The ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.

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 Dont Work participant.

Job Type Manufacturing

Req ID 90884