COLOR CHANGE MANAGER
Mohawk Industries

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.

Recruiting Profile

Dal-Tile is currently seeking an exceptional Color Change Manager to join our TEAM! As the Color Change Manager, we need someone who ensures quality control and process audit functions are met within the Quality Management system. Drives continuous improvement projects in the areas of green waste, recovery, shade control and application defects.

Primary Objective

Plans, organizes, and leads glaze line production operations.

Major Function and Scope

Maintains a safe and healthy working environment for all glaze line associates, particularly in reference to silica, housekeeping, and organization.

Responsible for leading and driving safety improvement projects in the glaze line area.

Ensures product specifications are met throughout the glaze line value stream.

Ensures quality control and process audit functions are met. Drives continuous improvement projects in the areas of green waste, recovery, shade control and application defects.

Leads continuous improvement projects that drive world class PR levels.

Responsible for working with technical team and R&D in all product qualification processes.

Works jointly with maintenance and operations teams in both the Mini-PM and 8-week planned/preventative maintenance programs.

Coordinates daily maintenance needs for department.

Works with planning department to meet all scheduling requirements while making effective use of labor, material, and equipment.

Leads group of Changeover Technicians to set record levels in tests completed and start-up efficiency.

Direct responsibility for resources assigned to deco and application equipment, especially roller inventory tracking.

Implements standard processes for all glaze line tasks, and audits work completed on all shifts for continuity and improvement.

Participates in the selection of new hires or transfers for open glaze line positions.

Lead in managing product classification by line, as well as key approval for all glaze line modifications and upgrades.

Performance appraisal responsibility for direct associates, as well as panel assistance for other glaze line personnel.

Conducts new hire or transfer training, as well as procedural updates throughout the glaze line organization.

Experience and Knowledge Required

Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience. Preferred area of Study: Ceramic, Chemical, Geology. Extensive knowledge of glaze lines, printing technologies, quality standards and overall ceramic manufacturing. Requires knowledge of safety policy and procedures. Ability to read/write English.

3 or more years operations experience with a minimum of 1 years supervisory experience.

Requires 10 plus years of experience in the ceramic tile industry with a strong background in glazes and glaze lines.

Competencies

Core competencies include strong communications skills with all levels, leadership organization and conflict resolution skills, data analysis and interpretation, and ability to prioritize. Ability to train, coach and problem solve. Good computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets and databases

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.