MACHINE OPERATOR I

Mohawk Industries; Fayette (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries is seeking an operator to run forming equipment in the manufacturing process and monitor its efficient operation. You will inspect tile for quality defects, perform minor equipment adjustments, and follow ISO procedures while keeping the work area safe, clean, and organized.

The role requires basic English, good communication, and the ability to stand and lift up to 50 pounds on 12‑hour shifts in a noisy environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• 0-1 year previous manufacturing/production experience.
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Good record keeping skills.
• Good listening skills.
• Ability to understand and speak 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

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Objective

position.

Operates forming equipment in the manufacturing process.

Primary Objective

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

Operates forming equipment in the manufacturing process.

Major Functions And Scope

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.

Education and Knowledge

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.

Associates Supervised

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

Salaried 0 0

Hourly 0 0

Total 0 0

Other Pertinent Position Information

(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.