Latex Operator I Monday - Friday

Shaw Industries; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave and Leave of Absence

Job summary

Shaw Industries is seeking a Latex Operator I to operate the coater line in Dalton, GA. The role runs Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm and requires monitoring the latex application, maintaining the latex pump and tank area, and ensuring quality control.

You will inspect backing, align rolls, manage roll changes, and coordinate with the Coater Operator to prevent defects. The position includes mandatory safety procedures, attendance discipline, and two weeks of on-the-job training

Qualifications

• Must adhere to the Corporate Attendance Policy
• Must work weekends
• Must work 12-hour shifts
• 2 weeks on-the-job training
• Shaw Lift Truck Certification Course
• Kronos badge
• Safety glasses
• Ear plugs
• Cut-resistant gloves

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous flow of secondary backing into Coater
• Inspect backing for holes, tears, and cuts
• Align roll in cradle with floor markings
• Trim backing from core using heat knife
• Sew ends of rolls with ultrasonic seamer and check for holes
• Record roll length on Backing Variance Sheet
• Monitor Tillotson machine: puddle volume, tension, day tank level
• Perform viscosity checks and record readings
• Maintain equipment like pumps, blenders, and driers
• Ensure proper application appearance and prevent puckering

Job description

Position Overview

This position is Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm.

Position Objective

To provide a continuous flow of secondary back into Coater and to monitor latex application on the secondary backing. Maintain latex pump and tank area.

Essential Duties

Maintaining continuous flow of secondary backing into Coater

Job Title

Latex Operator I Monday - Friday

Position Overview

This position is Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm.

Position Objective

To provide a continuous flow of secondary back into Coater and to monitor latex application on the secondary backing. Maintain latex pump and tank area.

Essential Duties

Maintaining continuous flow of secondary backing into Coater

Remove wrap and roll ticket from roll. Inspect backing for holes, tears, and cuts and make sure backing is not wet.

Align roll in cradle with yellow lines on the floor, making sure roll is turned in the right direction.

When the previous roll that is running on machine gets low (12-14” diameter), turn on J-box and run the rest of the roll into J-box. Call the Operator to let them know you are doing so. (This is called slack time)

When all of the roll is in the J-box, use the heat knife to trim the backing straight. This cuts the backing loose from the core.

Remove core inserts from both ends of the core and place in core buggy.

Use the ultrasonic seamer to sew the end of the new roll to the end of the old roll.

After seam is created, check to make sure the seam has no holes in it.

Move roll cradle forward and line up core inserts with core on both sides. Make sure to leave a space between core and insert. Push into core and lock down with T-handle locks on both sides. Raise roll.

Align and run enough backing into J-box to get the seam onto the main tenter.

Dispose of any scrap.

Record the length of previous roll from Trumeter on Backing Variance Sheet with roll number.

Occasionally inspect secondary backing as it goes into and out of the Tillotson applicator.

Monitoring Tillotson Machine

Ensure proper puddle volume.

Ensure backing is keeping tension while going through blade.

Maintain proper level in latex day tank.

Maintain proper level in thickener tote.

Change thickener tote as necessary.

Maintain adhesive pumps and blenders and repair if necessary.

Ensure proper application appearance.

Work with Coater Operator to prevent puckering, bagginess.

Manage Froth Machines

Make adjustments to the froth machine as needed.

Keep drainage ditches clean.

Perform Viscosity Checks on Adhesive

Make sure that the settings on the viscometer screen are as follows:

Power: On

Spindle Size: 07

Speed: 20 RPM

Ensure you are using spindle size 07 and that it is clean and dry.

On your froth viscosity chart, record the time, shift, line speed, injection ratio, and date.

With a 6-fluid ounce cup, retrieve a sample from the traverse filling the cup.

Place the cup of latex under the viscometer with the spindle attached.

Adjust the meter so that the ring on the spindle is even with the top layer of latex.

Turn meter on for 30 seconds then shut it off.

Record the reading displayed on the screen on the froth viscosity chart.

Clean the spindle.

Attendance Policy

Must adhere to the Corporate Attendance Policy

Must notify the previous shift supervisor of an imminent absence 1 to 2 hours before shift change

Must speak personally with supervisor detailing the reason for absence

Work Schedule

Must work all scheduled work hours for your shift

Must be able to work weekends

Must be able to work 12-hour shifts

Must be able to work holidays as necessary

Non-essential Duties

Daily Clean-Up

Maintain a clean work area at all times. All areas should be picked up, swept, or blown down at every opportunity.

All equipment should be properly stored when not in use.

Keep grease and oil off the floor.

Check recycling area.

Painting

Clean and paint all areas assigned during downtime.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to:

• Withstand temperatures of 100 degrees
• Stand for long periods of time
• Change out adhesive overflow pan.

Other Requirements

Must be able to:

• Read and write legibly
• Operate coater console
• Operate wing controls
• Keep downtime report
• LTO certification

Training Requirements

• 2 weeks on-the-job training
• Shaw Lift Truck Certification Course

Tool, Equipment, Material Requirements

• Utility knife
• Hot knife
• Ultrasonic seamer

Safety & Security Requirements

• Kronos badge
• Safety glasses
• Ear plugs
• Cut-resistant gloves
• Goggles (for blowing out)

Shaw Employee Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Shaw Family Health and Dental Centers (Dalton & Cartersville)
• Behavioral and Mental Health Support
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement and Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave and Leave of Absence Pay
• Employee Discounts
• Career Development & Education Assistance
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Financial and Retirement Planning
• Medical & Social Security Assistance
• And More!

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.