Senior Machine Operator — Quality & Safety

Mohawk Industries; Johnstown (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries is seeking a machine operator to support material movement and machinery operations to safely produce quality products in our Ohio facility. You will perform quality inspections, adjust production lines, and follow SOPs to maintain standards.

The role requires forklift experience, high school diploma, and strong computer literacy (Excel). You will work 12-hour shifts with a fixed rotation and must lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Prior forklift experience required, 1+ year preferred.
• Experience in production processes involving paper or chemical handling preferred.
• Computer literacy, including Excel skills, required.
• Good oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with all employees within the unit and related support roles.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating or maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for quality inspections and testing throughout shift, with attention to identifying quality and manufacturing defects.
• Gains understanding of correct parameters specific to Department processes to minimize defect opportunities and increase production output.
• Trains to perform necessary adjustments to production line, via feedback from automated systems monitoring, manual testing, and product specifications.
• Adheres to Company and Department standards regarding documentation, set up procedures, production procedures, and quality guidelines.
• Abides by documentation standards and catalogues adherence to production procedures, including shift reports and varying checklists.
• Understands and follows all Company and Department safety policies, including PPE and alternate work procedures.
• Responsible for material flow of raw and finished goods as needed, including operation of pallet jacks, forklifts, and other tools as needed.
• 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.

Skills

Forklift operation

Quality inspections

Excel

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jacks

Safety procedures

Job description

Mohawk Industries is seeking a machine operator to support material movement and machinery operations to safely produce quality products in our Ohio facility. You will perform quality inspections, adjust production lines, and follow SOPs to maintain standards.

The role requires forklift experience, high school diploma, and strong computer literacy (Excel). You will work 12-hour shifts with a fixed rotation and must lift up to 50 lbs.