Soho Boards - Creator Sam Boards Tile

Founded in 2006, Soho Studio/TileBar is a young tile company built in the 21st century, with forward-thinking business practices, which utilize technology and the web to run the most streamlined and efficient company in order to create savings and pass them on to the customer.

Position Overview
A tile creator will routinely demonstrate the knowledge, skill, experience, time management abilities, and other traits needed to produce high-quality, long-lasting, successful installations using tile industry standards and methods along with time-tested proven best practices. They are a skilled tradesperson responsible for installing tiles on various surfaces, such as floors, walls, countertops, and backsplashes. At Soho, the tile installer plays a crucial role in creating aesthetically pleasing and functional tile displays for showrooms. This role helps guide a display-building team through the process, aiming for efficiency and quality.
Tile display boards created by the team will be inventoried and shipped to various showrooms for display. The tile displayed will include all material types: including ceramic, porcelain, glass, natural stone, mosaic, and LVT.

• Oversight and Training
• Monitor and audit team members' display board building proficiency.
• Train team members against blueprints/work instructions for tile laying, adhesive application, cutting, grouting, and cleaning.
• Maintain report cards for team member proficiency to management.
• Track Production Schedule
• Monitor and track production schedule and report to management progression
• Monitor and update time standards for the different types of display boards:

1. Small to large in overall size
2. Easy to hard in display complexity

• Track individual team member performance against time standards.
• Inventory Management
• Track and maintain inventory of raw materials and tools that are required to build tile display boards.
• Report inventory levels to management and communicate when replenishments are needed.
• Building Tile Display Boards
• Follow blueprints or work instructions that map out a tile display board.
• Verify all materials and tools are available to complete an order prior to start.
• Prepare tile layout and verify design (pattern, grout spacing, needed trimming)
• Cut various tile materials using manual and powered tile-cutting tools.
• Prepare tile display board with material, adhering tile, grouting and cleaning tile.
• Able to use various tile laying and grouting techniques.
• Verify quality of the final product complies with documented standards and matches order requirements.
• Safety
• Oversee that team members are following safety guidelines and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment safely.
• Follow safety guidelines and regulations to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Report to management any issues that could create an unsafe working environment, i.e., tool malfunction, PPE issues, etc.

Required skills/abilities

• Basic knowledge of Warehouse organization procedures.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and best practices in the trade.
• Ability to lead and drive a team, including ability to train.
• Able to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Flexible schedule, including ability to work on weekends, as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience as a tile setter or similar role.
• Knowledge of different types of tiles, adhesives, and grouting materials.
• Proficiency in using tile cutting and shaping tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and tile design plans.
• Attention to detail and proficient math skills are required.
• Precise in taking, reading measurements and orders.
• Have basic knowledge of using power tools such as a Dry cut tile saw, drills and nail guns.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification or apprenticeship in tile installing (CTI) is a plus but not always required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing, walking, bending, squatting most of the time.
• Repetitive motions including pushing & pulling with hands most of the time.
• Physical stamina and strength for lifting and carrying heavy materials.
• Frequently carrying up to 25 lbs.

At Soho Studio LLC/TileBar, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce not only enhances our ability to innovate and succeed but also creates a more enriching and supportive environment for our employees.

Soho Studio LLC/TileBar is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.