Job Description

Tarkett has a great opportunity for a Quality Control Technician in our Chagrin Falls, Ohio Manufacturing Plant.

Tarkett is seeking a hands-on Quality Control Technician to support the Quality Department by providing product and quality support to ensure manufacturing standards are being met throughout the production process. The role will directly provide front-line assistance to production employee, team leaders, and other team members with raw material testing, quality issues, finished product dispositions, and problem solving on production shifts at the facility. The position will also support the Quality Management System (ISO9001) and Continuous Improvement activities in the facility. This role will be an afternoon shift position with the core hours of 11pm-7am, Monday to Friday.

What this role will be responsible for:

• Working directly with production team members, team leaders, and other team members in resolving operating concerns real-time utilizing lean problem solving methodologies
• Reading and interpreting work instructions (routers) and ensures that they are performed completed correctly during the manufacturing process. Providing guidance to team leaders and production associates on their correct usage
• Performing quality inspections on in-process production using quality/color measuring equipment and providing final quality disposition
• Completing inspection processes on incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual observations, completing laboratory tests, and providing final disposition of inspected material
• Performing final product inspections and audits as required to ensure defects are identified and correctly categorized
• Providing guidance and training to production associates and team leaders on completing quality/color inspections and recording inspection data
• Providing assistance to validate corrective actions subsequent effectiveness
• Identify opportunities for improvements throughout the facility including creating standard operating procedures

Experience & Education Desired:

• 3+ years in a in a manufacturing environment. Quality experience is preferred, but not required including a basic understanding of manufacturing production process. An extrusion background is preferred
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and must be able to pass a color blindness test to discern variations in color
• Currently possess or be able to quickly learn basic problem-solving capabilities in a manufacturing environment
• Basic math, good technical aptitude, and can learn new manufacturing processes quickly
• Basic computer experience and the ability to learn and operate quality/color measurement software, SAP or ERP experience is an asset
• Self-driven and possess the ability to work independently in a fast paced environment without supervision including excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be flexible on work schedule and able to work variable hours. This may include temporary coverage of different work times with adequate notice
• Ability to lift or move product or material weighing up to 50 lbs

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1

• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!

• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.

• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.

• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle® principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach.

Tarkett is listed on Euronext (Compartment B, ISIN FR0004188670, ticker: TKTT). www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.