Coating Wing Operator

Engineered Floors, LLC; Dalton, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineered Floors, LLC is seeking a Coating Wing Operator in Dalton, GA. The role involves positioning carpet onto pins, ensuring correct width, and maintaining line components for efficient production.

You will support coating processes and uphold safety standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic math skills, and the ability to read and write effectively to document quality and safety checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Read and write effectively.
• Basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Position the carpet onto pins to set correct width.
• Assist in thread-up of coater during start-up or changes.
• Clean rollers and tenter wings; wrap rollers with plastic; clean pans as required.
• Maintain and operate the topical applicator for the line.
• Continuously monitor carpet pinning to ensure proper pinning.

Skills

Reading/writing

Basic math

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 Wing Operator is to be responsible for positioning the carpet onto the pins using controls located at the tenter wings to give the carpet the correct width.

• Secondary backing applications – Ensure backing is at the proper width, wrinkle‑free, and pinned properly.
• Assist in thread-up of coater at start‑up or change‑overs.
• Clean rollers, wrap rollers with plastic, clean tenter wings, and clean pans as required.
• Maintain and operate the topical applicator for the line.
• Continuously monitor the pinning of the carpet to ensure proper pinning is achieved.
• Keep the work area clean.

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Lifting is required of tools and buckets with weights up to 25 lbs. 2 to 10 times per shift.
• Standing is required for 1 to 4 hours per shift.
• Reaching is required for tools and buckets 15 to 30 times per shift.
• Stooping is required 15 to 30 times per shift for intervals of 2 to 5 minutes.
• Bending is required for tools and buckets 15 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.

Other Requirements:

• Overtime is required on occasion.
• 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 must be followed in all areas.
• Report any safety, quality, or production issues to management while performing the job.
• Responsible for safety, quality, and productivity of outp

“EEO is the Law” Applicants to and employees of this company are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the“EEO is the law” link to find out more.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources at 706.270.JOBS for assistance. You may also apply in person at 3510 Corporate Drive, Dalton, GA.