2nd shift Product Development Technician- (Commercial)

Tarkett; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety is #1

Competitive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Sustainable manufacturing practices

Job summary

Tarkett is seeking a tufting machine operator to run equipment, load styles from the computer system, and ensure first-quality output with no defects. The role emphasizes safety, paperwork accuracy, and routine checks to verify backing and machine data.

We value strong attendance, color-accuracy, and basic math skills, with opportunities for career growth within a global flooring leader. The position is on-site and offers competitive benefits and a stable environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Experience operating tufting machines is strongly preferred.
• Ability to distinguish yarn color shades by sight.
• Basic math skills are required (addition/subtraction).
• Ability to bend, pull and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for entire 8-hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate tufting machine and load styles from computer.
• Verify information on paperwork matches the computer records.
• Conduct machine setup checks including motors and backing verification.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure defect-free product.
• Maintain clean and safe work area and follow safety guidelines.
• Assist with yarn handling tasks such as pulling cones and winding yarn as needed.

Skills

Tufting machine operation

Attendance and punctuality

Color shade recognition

Basic math skills

English literacy

Lifting 25 pounds

8-hour stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job description

Operates tufting machine including threading needles and backing changes. Responsible for running first quality product with no defects such as mends, high or low lines, or crossed ends. Must be able to load styles on the computer and verify the information matches the paperwork. Must be able to effectively use air splicer Conducts machine set up checks (checking scroll motors, backing verification, and all items on the paperwork and computer). Performs quality inspection during production runs ensuring there are no defects Housekeeping of area throughout the shift. Ensures compliance to all company and regulatory safety and environmental guidelines and practices to include wearing the appropriate safety PPE, using the appropriate tools and equipment, and exercising the required safety behaviors for the task at hand. Performs other duties as required At times other tasks besides operating the machine will be required such as pulling cones of yarns from shelves, winding yarn, checking yarn colors, using compressed air to blow yarn into a cradle by reading a diagram for yarn placement

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent required.
• Strong attendance and punctuality required.
• Prior experience operating tufting machines strongly preferred.
• Ability to see off shade of color yarns
• Read and write in Standard English and proficient performing basic math calculations such as addition and subtraction.
• Ability to bend, pull and lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to stand or be on feet four 8 hours

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. www.tarkett-group.com

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.

As a worldwide leader of the flooring industry, we design, manufacture and provide our customers the most innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions.

At Tarkett, we cultivate a culture of entrepreneurship with respect and trust.

We make conscious choices, for people and for the planet and we commit to be next to your every step of the way.

At Tarkett we help create great spaces.

We believe in taking care of our people, our customers and our planet.

We believe in being agile and performance-driven in everything that we do in order to find the best flooring and sports surface solutions.

https://www.tarkett.com/