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Classification:

Hourly

Shift:

First Shift - 8 (United States of America)

Job Description:

Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty?

At LATICRETE International, we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. We’ve been in business for over 65 years , family-owned for three generations , and can be found in over 100 countries . The Hartford Business Journal even named us one of Connecticut’s top family-owned companies in 2017!

We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate .

We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities , our industry, and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family and expand your horizons!

Just some of our benefits:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ 401k

+ Tuition reimbursement

+ 1 3 paid holidays , that includes 1 week of paid plant shutdown between the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays

+ P aid vacation and sick time

+ Flexible spending

+ Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

POSITION SUMMARY

The Product Sample Maker is responsible for making and preparing product sample boards for LATICRETE building materials across all business segments, including but not limited to floor coatings, tile and stone installation systems with adhesive and grout, waterproofing membranes, self-leveling or any other samples requested/required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as necessary.

1. Sample Making/Creation (50%):

+ Work with Marketing and/or Sales Representatives to create product/system samples per work order requirements

+ Assist in design and overall sample plan based on requests

+ Adhere to schedule and priorities as determined by supervisor

+ Build product/system samples according to design and quality standards as documented in the Sample Making Procedures

+ Performs other directly related appropriate duties and assumes accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed upon objectives

+ Implement special technical projects as assigned by supervisor

Inventory/Department Management (20%):

+ Maintain sample inventory count on internal ordering site

+ Maintain inventory for shipping material (i.e. boxes, bubble wrap, etc)

+ Maintain a clean and efficiently operating work space

+ Properly maintain and clean all equipment and keep in safe working condition

+ Accountable for all materials in sample/system production area

+ Maintain inventory of required materials for sample production – product, supplies equipment etc.

+ Compliance with all safety procedures of chemicals and equipment including personal protection equipment

Order Management/Fulfillment (15%):

+ Print and attach lables to samples, pack and coordinate shipment of product/system samples as outlined on the order form

+ Order required products/materials for sample/system production

+ Track and document all outbound shipments for reporting and analysis

Analysis and Improvements (15%):

+ Analyze usage rates, inventory turns, processes, and techniques for continual procedure improvement

+ Provide innovative suggestions for improving designs and streamlining manufacturing processes

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ Minimum 3 years with hands-on building/fabricating experience

+ Strong familiarity with flooring/building materials, installation and safety processes

+ Skilled with power tools

+ Must have strong communications skills through phone, email and video conferencing platforms

+ Must be a well-organized self-starter with a very strong attention to detail with consistent quality output

+ Must be able to handle standard power tools safely and as needed to build the samples

+ Team Cooperation - maintain positive, cooperative, professional attitude with all LATICRETE employees and all customers

+ Computer skills: knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel Outlook, Office 365 including Teams)

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED Equivalent

Specialized Skills and Experience:

+ Experience with flooring/building product installation - resinous flooring and/or tile & stone installation preferred

+ Knowledge of JD Edwards or other ERP software a plus

+ Hands-on craftsman with sample making experience preferred

Travel Requirement: up to 10%

Physical Requirements:

Bending and reaching - frequent ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds