MACHINE OPERATOR I

Mohawk Industries, Inc.; Fayette (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries, Inc. in Fayette, Alabama is seeking a Machine Operator I to operate forming equipment in the manufacturing process and monitor for efficient operation.

You will inspect tile for defects, make minor adjustments, report problems, follow ISO procedures, and keep the area safe and organized. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, 0-1 year of manufacturing experience, and strong communication and record-keeping skills, plus basic English ability.

Qualifications

• Education and knowledge required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 0-1 year in manufacturing/production.
• Competencies: good communication, record keeping, listening, and basic English.

Responsibilities

• Monitors efficient operation of forming equipment.
• Inspects tile for quality defects.
• Performs minor adjustments to equipment as needed.
• Monitors equipment or processes and reports problems to supervisor.
• Follows ISO operating procedures.
• Keeps area safe, clean and organized.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Record keeping

Listening skills

Basic English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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MACHINE OPERATOR I

Date: Sep 18, 2026

Location: Fayette, Alabama, United States, 35555

Primary Objective:

In broad terms, briefly state the major purpose or primary objective of this position.

Operates forming equipment in the manufacturing process.

MajorFunctionsandScope:

Using brief narrative statements, describe each major function or responsibility explaining the scope of the function as appropriate.

• Monitors efficient operation of forming equipment.
• Inspects tile for quality defects.
• Performs minor adjustments to equipment as needed.
• Monitors equipment or processes and reports problems to supervisor.
• Follows ISO operating procedures.
• Keeps area safe, clean and organized.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Experience, Competencies and Supervision:

Describe the education, knowledge required, years of experience, specific skills and abilities required to do the position on a fully competent basis.

EducationandKnowledge: Describe the educational background and knowledge that are required.

High school diploma or equivalent experience.

Experience: Describe the work experience(s) that are required.

0 -1 year previous manufacturing/production experience.

Competencies: Describe the specific skills required for this position in terms of technical, managerial, interpersonal skills and unique abilities.

Good oral and written communications skills. Good record keeping skills. Good listening skills. Ability to understand and speak basic English.

AssociatesSupervised: Indicate the number of associates that report to this position (only complete for exempt supervisory/managerial positions).

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OtherPertinentPositionInformation: (Such as, American with Disabilities Act - ADA requirements for certain hourly positions).

While performing the duties of this position, the associate is regularly required to stand, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate may be required to sometimes sit, climb or balance. The associate may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures. The noise level is greater than 85 dBA on 12 hr. shifts. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.