Supervisor Maintenance; Presses
Listed on 2026-03-07
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance
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.
Primary ObjectiveSupervises the activities of hourly maintenance technicians and equipment to ensure continual operation for the Press area.
Major Functions and Scope- 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 hand‑off 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Operations & Cross‑Functional 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Other Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as assigned to support department and plant objectives.
Knowledge that are required. College or Technical degree in Engineering, Electronics or…
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