MACHINE OPERATOR I - Molding Department

Mohawk Industries Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is seeking an operator in the Molding Department to safely produce products meeting quality standards. This role involves quality inspections, learning process parameters, and assisting with line adjustments.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and may require 12-hour shifts with a fixed rotation; 50 lbs lifting may be needed, and PPE is required. Training and safety are emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year manufacturing experience preferred.
• 1+ year familiarity with production mechanical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out quality inspections throughout the shift to spot defects.
• Learn process parameters to minimize defect opportunities and boost output.
• Train to adjust the production line based on testing and specs.
• Ensure proper material allocation and loading for the line.
• Adhere to SOPs, procedures, changeovers, and quality guidelines.
• Troubleshoot machinery with training and department procedures.
• Follow safety policies and wear required PPE; participate in training.
• Perform general housekeeping and other tasks as directed.

Skills

Quality inspections

Problem-solving

Team communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Order management systems

Digital equipment

Job description

At Mohawk Industries, we’re committed to more – more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.

As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what’s important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.

What We Need:

Trains in the operation of production equipment within the Molding Department to safely produce products that attain and exceed quality standards.

What You’ll Do:

• Responsible for quality inspections throughout shift, with attention to identifying quality and manufacturing defects.
• Gains understanding of correct parameters specific to Molding Department processes to minimize defect opportunities and apply knowledge to increase production output.
• Trains to perform necessary adjustments to production line via feedback from testing and product specifications.
• Ensures appropriate allocation and arrival of various materials via manual and machine loading for assigned production line.
• Adheres to Company and Department standards regarding documentation, set up procedures, production procedures, order changeovers, and quality guidelines.
• Learns to troubleshoot machinery and equipment concerns using training, reaction plans, and Department procedures.
• Understands and follows all Company and Department safety policies, including personal protective equipment and alternate work procedures.
• Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision.
• Follow all established standard operating procedures.
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Perform other tasks assigned by management.

What You Have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• 1+ year familiarity with production mechanical systems preferred.
• 1+ year training in quality processes or procedures preferred.

What You’re Good At:

• Proficient computer literacy necessary to navigate operation of digital equipment and order management systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot independently through use of problem-solving skills and critical thinking.
• Excellent attention to detail required.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team setting, including communication with various other Departments via radio, phone, and in-person conversations.

What Else?

• This position requires the team member to work with machinery in an environment where there may be fluctuating temperatures, and additional department-specific variables. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required, and may include hearing protection, safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, and eye protection.
• Other working conditions may include working 12-hour shifts and a fixed shift rotation, including holidays.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.; walking, bending, squatting, climbing ladders and stairs are required.

Disclaimer: The information on this description was prepared by Compensation and department management and is designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.