Coating Sew-On Operator

Engineered Floors, LLC; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineered Floors, LLC seeks a Coating Sew On Operator to sew greige rolls, ensuring continuous operation of the coater.Seams must be trimmed straight with minimal waste, patterns aligned, and seams tightly stitched, while inspecting carpet and recording any visible defects into the greige roll comments.

Responsibilities include matching rolls to the daily schedule, sewing in the correct order, attaching flags for upcoming changes, monitoring J-boxes for carpet level, keeping carpet aligned and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Read and write effectively.
• Basic math skills.
• Computer knowledge or data entry skills are a necessary part of the job.

Responsibilities

• Obtain schedule for the day and match each roll sewn into the schedule.
• Responsible for ensuring rolls are sewn on in the correct order.
• Attach flags to rolls as necessary to identify upcoming changes in the product.
• Monitor J-boxes for carpet level and maintain sufficient carpet to ensure continuous operation. Care should be taken to keep the carpet aligned properly and to keep tension adjusted.
• Keep the area around sew‑on clean. Assist in thread‑up of coater and start‑up and shut‑down or change‑overs.
• Communicate any issues to supervisor/lead immediately.

Skills

Read and write effectively

Basic math skills

Computer knowledge or data entry

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• State of the art manufacturing technology, equipment and processes
• Leader in innovation in product design and development
• Management committed to success and our people
• Concentrated footprint in Whitfield & Gordon counties to support teamwork, community and work-life balance
• Committed to our communities in philanthropic and community support
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Personalized, free and on-the-job health and wellness programs and services
• Opportunity to grow through an internal job bid and transfer process
• Employee-centric and modern communication system (EF Link)
• Hybrid, flex, and remote work schedules for certain jobs

I have been with Engineered Floors for 4 years now and it has been an amazing experience. I never dread coming to work — I truly enjoy my job and EF is like a family!

OD (4 years)

Engineered Floors has shown me that I am not just an employee but I am a part of a team where everyone plays an important role and matters. I have not only grown professionally at EF, but also personally!

The purpose of the Coating Sew On Operator is to sew greige rolls together, ensuring continuous operation of the coater. Seams must be trimmed straight with as little waste generated as possible, patterns aligned, and seams tightly stitched, all while inspecting carpet and recording any visible defects into the comments of the greige roll in the computer.

• Obtain schedule for the day and match each roll sewn into the schedule.
• Responsible for ensuring rolls are sewn on in the correct order.
• Attach flags to rolls as necessary to identify upcoming changes in the product.
• Monitor J-boxes for carpet level and maintain sufficient carpet to ensure continuous operation. Care should be taken to keep the carpet aligned properly and to keep tension adjusted.
• Keep the area around sew‑on clean. Assist in thread‑up of coater and start‑up and shut‑down or change‑overs.
• Communicate any issues to supervisor/lead immediately.

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Lifting is required of cores, and buckets weighing 30 lbs. approximately 80 times per shift.
• Standing is required 80% of the shift.
• Reaching is required for cores 40 to 100 times per shift.
• Stooping is required 15 to 30 times per shift for intervals of 1 to 2 minutes.
• Bending is required for cores 25 to 30 times per shift.
• Climbing of stairs and ladders is occasionally required.
• Must be able to use scissors.

Experience/Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Read and write effectively.
• Basic math skills.
• Computer knowledge or data entry skills are a necessary part of the job.

Other Requirements:

• Overtime is required on occasion.
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• All accidents/incidents must be reported immediately.
• Perform any other duties as required by management.
• Safety equipment must be worn when required and safety requirements followed in all areas.
• Report any safety, quality, or production issues while performing the job.
• Responsible for safety, quality and productivity of output.

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