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INTRODUCTION

Tarkett has a great opportunity for a Maintenance Controls Technician in our Middlefield, Ohio Manufacturing Plant.

Tarkett is seeking an experienced and strategic Maintenance Controls Technician to join our successful team in Middlefield, Ohio. In this position you will be seen as a key technical resource for supporting our rubber flooring operations by troubleshooting with the team on mechanical, electrical, controls, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. This position requires a hands-on approach that helps with problem solving, training and teaching Maintenance personnel and apprentices.

Responsibilities:

• Assists on any issue that could arise on the shop floor including breakdowns, new process development, continuous improvement, tooling changes, etc. Includes issues related to hydraulics, pneumatics, programming, electrical, etc.
• Troubleshoot controls issues utilizing computers and supplier software
• Identify and implement projects to improve processes, training, operations, etc.
• Maintain and update drawings when changes are made to equipment or programming
• Assist in the development of our maintenance team members
• Must be responsible for observing all safety rules and regulations. Must work safely and always be responsible for the safety of others around you

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree in a related field preferred or equivalent experience and training
• 3-5 years of plant or related field experience
• Basic understanding of mechanics, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Strong knowledge of high and low voltage electrical
• Ability to read ladder logic and schematics for troubleshooting issues
• Ability to create and modify CAD drawings and schematics
• Allen-Bradley PLC experience preferred, VFD and motion experience is a plus
• Willingness to stay current on technology and challenge us to improve
• Ability to comply with existing safety standards, including Arc Flash and LOTO
• An understanding of safe operations and the drive to identify opportunities to improve each day
• Excellent people skills with a high emphasis on communication and is considered a strong collaborator
• Strong organizational skills and maintains a well-kept work area
• Drive for results and accountability
• Ability to work with little direct supervision
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

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 more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‐Conscious Design® approach.

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.