Laminating Line Operator

Qualifications & Experience

Job description

Laminating Line Operator

Role Summary

The Laminating Line Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and consistent operation of manufacturing equipment across both the coating line and packing/boxing areas. The role ensures product quality, maintains continuous production flow, and supports operational excellence through accurate documentation, equipment checks, and effective communication with upstream and downstream teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coating Line Operation

Operate the control room control panel during start‑ups, product changes, and line stoppages.

Conduct pre‑start checks and move material chariots.

Sew tile top joints and fleece joints to maintain product integrity.

Load printed material rolls, including manual insertion of mandrels into roll cores.

Load fleece rolls and input roll information into the PEC iPad system.

Operate the backing printer and update product information; replace printer ink as required.

Monitor joints throughout the line, including under coating heads.

Change PVC pots on coating heads

Perform visual inspections of the line and materials during operation, including pre‑checks.

Communicate effectively with the bottom end (packing/tile graders) regarding product and roll changes.

Operate the press area during shutdown procedures.

Carry out periodic cleaning of the local environment, machinery, and equipment.

2. Packing & Boxing Operations

Operate pallet trucks, including pre‑start checks and moving pallets of scrap, boxes, and materials.

Manually cut old material using a hook blade.

Operate the press, including pre‑start checks, infeed nip rollers, and infeed/outfeed belts.

Check and enter product information into the boxing machine (PEC documentation).

Complete OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) entries accurately.

Inspect, fault‑find, and scrape tiles and planks to maintain quality.

Conduct periodic cleaning of the packing environment, machinery, and equipment.

Communicate with tile graders, input operators, and team leaders to ensure quality and production targets are met.

3. Training & Safety

Train new starters on equipment, processes, and safe working practices.

Handle ink and cleaning fluids safely in accordance with COSHH and site procedures.

Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies, including PPE requirements and safe‑system‑of‑work procedures.

Report hazards, near misses, and equipment issues promptly.

Skills & Experience Required

Experience in a manufacturing or production environment (preferably continuous‑flow or flooring/tiles).

Competence in operating industrial machinery, control panels, and HMIs.

Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects.

Basic mechanical aptitude for low‑level fault finding and equipment adjustments.

Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures, work instructions, and safety procedures.

Comfortable with manual handling tasks and repetitive physical activity.

Effective communication skills across multiple production areas.

Ability to train and support new team members.

Desirable Qualifications

FLT or pallet truck certification (or willingness to train).

Experience with PEC systems or similar digital production recording tools.

Knowledge of OEE and continuous improvement principles.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Production throughput and line efficiency.

Product quality and defect rates.

Accuracy of PEC and OEE data entry.

Compliance with safety procedures and housekeeping standards.

Successful onboarding and development of new starters.

Downtime reduction through effective machine operation and communication

We offer a competitive salary and a very comprehensive benefits package including 401k, paid holidays, PTO and vacation time.

Job Type: Full-time, on-site (Required) Hazle Township, PA 18202

Benefits:

• Company Paid Healthcare benefits – individual and family
• Company Paid Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401k Matching
• 401k Employer Contribution – even if you don’t participate
• Employee assistance program
• Generous Paid time off (Vacation and PTO)
• Company Paid Holidays

Forbo Flooring Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing a drug-free work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the assigned employees. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Please provide the minimum salary you require to accept this position. Must be a dollar $ figure.

Ability to Commute:

• Hazle Township, PA 18202 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hazle Township, PA 18202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person