Heatset Yarn Operator – Precision in Fast-Paced Plant

Mohawk Industries; Georgia; On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer seeking a production associate to safely operate heatset machinery and lead finish application in yarn conversion, delivering quality and efficiency in a fast-paced, industrial setting. The role involves routine machine adjustments, daily production tracking, adherence to safety procedures, and supporting winding operations.

Prior experience with creeling/winding and quality checks is preferred; training is provided, and Mohawk is an

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Successful completion of all required on the job training.
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training.
• Previous Yarn or Manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heatset machinery to meet and exceed quality, production, and efficiency goals.
• Function as a primary source of finish application in yarn conversion, ensuring resistance to wear and dimensional stability.
• Threads and repairs breakouts to maintain efficiency and meet production standards.
• Proactively identifies yarn quality during production runs.
• Selects and stages tubes for winder operation.
• Doffs off finished yarn packages as required.
• Maintains daily production records.
• Run both creeling and winding side when needed.
• Uses black light to check there are no mixes.
• Attend job-related training deemed necessary by supervision.
• Follow all established SOPs and safety procedures and company policies.
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Perform other tasks assigned by management.

Skills

Team-based environment

Basic math

Attention to details

Problem solving in standardized cases

Multi-tasking

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

On-the-job training

Health and safety training

Yarn/manufacturing experience preferred

Job description

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer seeking a production associate to safely operate heatset machinery and lead finish application in yarn conversion, delivering quality and efficiency in a fast-paced, industrial setting. The role involves routine machine adjustments, daily production tracking, adherence to safety procedures, and supporting winding operations.

Prior experience with creeling/winding and quality checks is preferred; training is provided, and Mohawk is an