Console Operator OLC4 2nd shift (Kyle 1)

interface; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite work

Job summary

Interface is a global flooring company leading sustainability and design. The console operator role involves running the knife control panel, ensuring correct alignment and quality of carpet cuts, and partnering with maintenance to resolve line issues in a non-climate controlled manufacturing environment.

This onsite position emphasizes safety, ISO compliance, and timely production reporting. High school diploma or GED is required, with preference for prior carpet manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in carpet manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal, are essential.
• Some leadership experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate control panel for the knife.
• Keep carpet lined up and running squarely into press.
• Maintain quality of cuts.
• Send tiles to quality lab to ensure tile sizes are within specifications.
• Call out all color changes to alert inspectors and boxers that a new run is starting.
• Complete production paperwork for the shift.
• Be aware of and support ISO procedures and environmental regulations.

Skills

Carpet manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Basic math

Leadership experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader dedicated to rethinking how spaces work for people and the planet. Our portfolio includes Interface® carpet tile and LVT, nora® rubber flooring, and FLOR® premium area rugs. Across every brand, we innovate in a way that combines design, performance, and sustainability‑without compromise.

Trusted by architects, designers, and building professionals worldwide, we help bring bold visions to life with solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. Building on more than 30 years of sustainability progress and industry‑first innovation, we remain 'all in' on our goal of becoming carbon negative by 2040, without the use of offsets.

Position summary:

It is the responsibility of the console operator to operate control panels for the knife at cutting lines. The operator is responsible for productivity, cutting quality, and minimizing knife waste.

Educational requirements:

High school diploma or GED

Skills and experience:

• Previous experience in carpet manufacturing preferred
• Good communication skills, written and verbal
• Basic math skills required
• Some leadership experience.

Essential duties:

• Operate control panel for the knife
• Keep carpet lined up and running squarely into press.
• Maintain quality of cuts
• Send tiles to quality lab to ensure that tile sizes are within specifications
• Call out all color changes to alert inspectors and boxers that a new run is starting
• Complete production paperwork for the shift
• Must have detailed knowledge of all jobs on the cutting line.
• Assume leadership role during critical times or when Supervisor is away from the line
• Work with maintenance staff to change knife or resolve quality issues related to cutting line
• Maintain housekeeping
• Comply with safety rules
• Comply with environmental regulations
• Be aware of departmental Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• Ensure ISO procedures are followed.
• Understand and support Interface commitment to sustainability.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical demands:

• Standing thoughout 8-10 hour shift
• Lifting 50-60 pounds
• Corrected 20/20 vision

Work environment:

Non-climate controlled manufacturing environment.

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