Creeler Operator| Sunday - Thursday

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Career Development & Education Assistance

Job summary

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is seeking a Creeler Operator in Dalton, GA to perform various tasks including warping, tufting, and quality checks during the 11pm-7am shift. The ideal candidate will have physical stamina for repeated lifting and operational tasks within a team environment.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and career development opportunities. Interested applicants should have basic English communication skills and be able to comply with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Ability to withstand changes in temperature and humidity.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills are required.
• Experience in warping and tufting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform operator duties for warping, tufting, and back winding.
• Conduct quality checks including moisture tests and weight checks.
• Load and unload beams and operate machines as necessary.

Skills

Standing for long periods

Heavy lifting

Bending and stooping

Basic English communication

Color blindness test

Job description

**Job Title**Creeler Operator| Sunday - Thursday**Position Overview**This position is Sunday - Thursday 11pm-7am.Responsibilities: Perform operator duties for warping, tufting and back winding. Perform quality checks such as moisture tests, weight checks, etc Attend necessary training such as Mending class, Stop Mark training, etc. Change backing as needed for each shop order Troubleshoot and resolve issues when machines are not performing properly Operate TMS3 to process shop orders Load and unload beams Creel in both Warping and Tufting departments as assigned Utilizing creel diagram, creel racks and maintain them as necessary for each shop order. Creeling functions include stripping, doubling creels, creel inspections, etc. Ensure quality and accuracy that labels on boxes of yarn and in cones match the shop order for quality purposes Pack yarn into boxes, count number of cones in each box and prepare packing label when set is complete Verify beam thread up and number of ends on every beam Doff and label beam, as well as monitor beam quality Identify and correct different yarn defects while monitoring a running creel Dispose of recyclable and scrap materials properly Complete and distribute all associated paperwork Thread ends during normal operation without crossing ends or missing guides Change blades in air splices and dispose of blade properly Perform lift truck operator duties as scheduled Perform lift truck inspections and complete paperwork Operate floor sweeper as needed Operate a baler as needed Provide ‘breaks’ to Creelers II, Operators and LTOs as assigned Assist in keeping the entire facility clean. Maintain a neat and orderly work space. Serve as a member of a team, attend and actively participate in meetings (could be before or after shift) and work toward team goals. Participate in team building activities as planned. Provide respectful feedback to team members as necessary. Expected to ‘flow to work’ to service customers and business needs. Gain and maintain all necessary skills to perform jobs as assigned. Attend all training classes as scheduled for individual and team development. Safely complete other assigned duties as needed. Requirements: This position will require standing, heavy and/or repeated lifting, bending, stooping, reaching overhead or crawling for long periods of time Basic reading, writing, and math are required for this position Verbally communicate in English with team members about team needs and daily/weekly goals; participate in team meetings, provide feedback and contribute to team’s goals. Pass color blindness test. Use computer systems and software as needed for the position. Withstand changes in temperature and humidity. Expected to be able to lift up to 50 pounds Comply with all required OSHA, SAFE, and plant specific safety rules and regulations. Preferred: Warping and tufting experience preferred**Shaw Employee Benefits:**Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings AccountShaw Family Health and Dental Centers (Dalton & Cartersville)Behavioral and Mental Health SupportPaid Time OffBereavement and Holiday PayPaid Parental Leave and Leave of Absence PayEmployee DiscountsWellness Incentive ProgramCareer Development & Education AssistanceDisability & Life InsuranceFinancial and Retirement PlanningMedical & Social Security AssistanceAnd More!**Work Shift**8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to out-punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM