Seamer/Transporter 3rd shift (Kyle 1)

Interface, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Full time

Job summary

Interface, Inc. is seeking a manufacturing associate to ensure continuous flow of carpet through the line by backing and sewing ends of rolls together. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and practical experience in a factory setting.

Candidates should have good verbal and written communication, be able to meet MHE license requirements, and have forklift experience preferred. The position involves standing for long shifts, safety compliance, and teamwork in a non-climate controlled

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Meet license requirements for powered material handling equipment (MHE).
• Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pull rolls of carpet from warehouse as per production schedule and stage at sew-on area.
• Verify that all roll tickets and run numbers match the production schedule and match rolls.
• Notify Line Specialist or Supervisor when rolls cannot be located.
• Help material handler unload production trailers if needed.
• Sew rolls of carpet together using sewing machine.
• Rolls should be run in numerical order by run number.
• Develop a working mechanical knowledge of sewing machine and make minor repairs and adjustments.
• Monitor carpet as it enters J pan to look for potential quality problems.
• Enter notes in AS/400 when quality problems occur.
• Record length and width on roll log.
• Maintain good housekeeping.
• Comply with safety rules and environmental regulations.
• Be aware of MSDS for the department.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

MHE license

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader dedicated to rethinking how spaces work for people and the planet. Our portfolio includes Interface® carpet tile and LVT, nora® rubber flooring, and FLOR® premium area rugs. Across every brand, we innovate in a way that combines design, performance, and sustainability - without compromise. Trusted by architects, designers, and building professionals worldwide, we help bring bold visions to life with solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. Building on more than 30 years of sustainability progress and industry-first innovation, we remain 'all in' on our goal of becoming carbon negative by 2040, without the use of offsets.

Position summary

Ensure a continuous flow of carpet through line by setting up carpet to be backed and sewing ends of rolls together.

Educational requirements

High school diploma or GED

Skills and experience

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Meet license requirements for powered material handling equipment
• Fork lift experience preferred

Essential duties

• Pull rolls of carpet from warehouse as per production schedule and stage at sew-on area
• Verify that all roll tickets and run numbers match the production schedule and match rolls
• Notify Line Specialist or Supervisor when rolls cannot be located
• Help material handler unload production trailers if needed
• Sew rolls of carpet together using sewing machine
• Rolls should be run in numerical order by run number
• Develop a working mechanical knowledge of sewing machine and make minor repairs and adjustments
• Monitor carpet as it enters J pan to look for potential quality problems
• Enter notes in AS/400 when quality problems occur
• Record length and width on roll log
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Comply with safety rules
• Comply with environmental regulations
• Be aware of departmental material safety data sheets (MSDS)
• Ensure ISO procedures are followed
• Understand and support Interface commitment to sustainability
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical demands

Standing for 8-10 hour shifts Lift up to 40 pounds repeatedly Work environment: Non-climate controlled factory environment #LI-AS1 #LI-Onsite

Learn more about Interface (NASDAQ: TILE) and our brands at interface.com and FLOR.com. Join us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Pinterest.

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We desire priority referrals of Protected Veterans for job openings at all locations within the State of Georgia. An Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabled.

At Interface, we believe that flooring is more than what you walk on. We help our customers create interior spaces that support well-being, productivity, and creativity, as well as the sustainability of the planet.

As a global leader in modular flooring, we design and manufacture an integrated collection of carpet tiles and resilient flooring, including luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and nora® rubber flooring.

We're designers, engineers, scientists, problem-solvers, dreamers, trailblazers and everything in between. Spread all over the world, we are one team with a shared vision and values.

Image © Christopher Payne / Esto For us, sustainability is a journey. We're constantly working to improve the quality of our products and lessen the impact they have on human health and the environment. Design leads everything we do. Our team of designers continuously explores trends, textures, colors, and materials to ensure every pattern and detail is thoughtfully crafted.