BALE PRESS OPERATOR I - B Shift

Mohawk Industries, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries, a leading global flooring manufacturer, seeks a forklift/operational associate at the Chatworth, Georgia facility. The role involves baler operation, packing finished and partial bales, and maintaining clean, organized work areas while following safety protocols.

You'll operate powered industrial trucks, keep accurate records, and adhere to safety standards to support Mohawk's manufacturing and distribution processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position
• Frequent walking
• Frequent pushing and pulling
• Frequent bending and stooping
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions
• Commitment to keep yourself and others safe
• Ability to maintain good attendance
• Positive attitude and flexibility to jump in where needed

Responsibilities

• Manage operation of baler equipment
• Package finished and partial bales
• Operate powered industrial truck (may be clamp truck, scissor truck, forklift, pole hyster or other PIT)
• Maintain records, reports and other documentation
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Remain safety-focused

Skills

Physical ability

Walking

Material handling

Team safety

Attendance

Positive attitude

Following instructions

Tools

PIT forklift

Clamp forklift

Job description

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Location: Chatworth, Georgia, United States, 30705

Are you looking for more?

At Mohawk Industries, we're committed to more – more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.

As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what's important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.

What you have:

Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position

Frequent walking

Frequent pushing and pulling

Frequent bending and stooping

Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions

Commitment to keep yourself and others safe

Ability to maintain good attendance

Positive attitude and flexibility to jump in where needed

What you'll do:

Manage operation of baler equipment

Package finished and partial bales

Operate powered industrial truck (may be clamp truck, scissor truck, forklift, pole hyster or other PIT)

Maintain records, reports and other documentation

Keep work area clean and organized

Remain safety-focused

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk's vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don't Work participant.