Anatolia Tile & Stone is a leading importer and distributor of ceramic and stone tile and is a major supplier to some of the largest distributors throughout the United States and Canada. Based in Toronto, Anatolia Tile & Stone is a privately owned 100% Canadian corporation that is growing rapidly. Anatolia & Tile Stone is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies. Currently we are looking for an eager, motivated Saw Operator (Tile Cutter) to join our team.
Position Summary
The Saw Operator is responsible for safely and accurately using a wet tile saw to cut porcelain and natural stone tile according to the required specifications outlined in each project. Primary duties include, but are not limited to, cutting tiles and mosaics to specified sizes and shapes for installation on visual display sample boards for use in retail showrooms.
Duties & Responsibilities
Cuts and shapes tile to fit specified dimensions
Uses an electric wet saw for cutting tile, always adhering to safe operating procedures
Is capable of using other cutting tools, such as score/snap tile cutter, utility knives or other masonry materials as needed
Prioritizes and plans time appropriately to ensure cutting activities support the Assembly production schedule
Wears the appropriate PPE at all times for safe operation of the wet saw
Provides assistance and backup relief duties as required to others in the Visual Display Area
Performs pre-use inspections on the wet saw and cutting area and ensures that any deficiencies are reported to management and appropriately corrected prior to use
Assists with maintaining an organized, safe and productive work environment at all times
Carries out general housekeeping duties to ensure a tidy and clean workplace and workspace
Works in accordance with communicated standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols at all times
Able to prioritize effectively, multitask accurately, and execute successfully under pressure and within tight deadlines.
Demonstrates time management skills and attention to detail
Performs additional duties as required
Qualifications
High school diploma required at minimum; post-secondary education in applicable trade preferred
1 to 2 years’ experience of tile cutting with demonstrated capabilities in performing all duties accurately, efficiently, and safely.
Demonstrated experience and ability working with moderately complex information as related to analysis, problem solving, and reasoning to perform job duties with effectiveness
Demonstrated accountability for quality, accuracy and adherence to work instructions with some discretion required when exercising duties within pre-determined limits and procedures
Demonstrated ability to occasionally apply creative problem solving and idea generation to work tasks as required
Demonstrated ability to follow established standards and processes
Physically able to perform manual material handling of tile and stone products and operate high-powered equipment with precision and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively, multitask accurately, and execute successfully
Demonstrated time management skills and attention to detail to meet deadlines
Good communication skills required, both verbal and written
Ability to work effectively while making improvements to work more efficiently
We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Anatolia Tile & Stone is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process. Anatolia Tile & Stone will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known in advance. Interested applicants should submit their updated resume and application form on or before the posting deadline closes. We thank all applicants for their interest however only those meeting the minimum qualifications will be interviewed.Anatolia Tile Stone is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies. Anatolia Tile Stone is an owned subsidiary of Anatolia Group Inc., a global Canadian-owned and managed Corporation. Anatolia Group Inc., includes diverse holdings in building materials manufacturing and distribution, real estate and capital investments. Other subsidiaries include Anatolia Capital Corp., Anatolia Tile Stone (Turkey) A.S. and Anatolia Ceramics (Turkey) A.S.; with office, warehousing, international supply chain distribution and manufacturing in China, Turkey, the United States and Canada.