Shift Leader III — Production & Leadership Coach

Mohawk Industries, Inc.; Chatsworth (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries, Inc. in Chatsworth, GA, is seeking a Shift Leader III to support daily manufacturing operations under department management, providing leadership, training, and operational expertise.

This role backs supervisors, maintains safety, quality, production, and employee development, and prepares for future supervisory opportunities. You will lead across shifts, coach teammates, participate in leadership development, onboard and train team members, and help meet production goals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• One year of related manufacturing, production, or operations experience.
• Experience in Twisting and/or Heatset operations preferred; experience in both is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and a willingness to participate in supervisory development and succession planning programs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster a positive, collaborative, and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary backup to department supervisors, providing leadership coverage and ensuring operational continuity during absences, training, vacations, and other business needs.
• Support employee performance and development by providing day-to-day guidance, coaching, training, and accountability while promoting adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Participate in leadership development opportunities and build the skills necessary for future supervisory roles within the organization.
• Demonstrate flexibility by providing leadership support across shifts, departments, and operational areas as business needs require.
• Assist with onboarding, training, qualification, and skill development of team members, serving as a Production Trainer when needed.
• Perform production, quality, and operational support responsibilities, including operating equipment, supporting quality initiatives, and helping achieve production goals.
• Identify and communicate safety, quality, production, and maintenance concerns, partnering with leadership and support teams to resolve issues and minimize downtime.
• Promote a safe and productive work environment by following and reinforcing safety standards, standard operating procedures, housekeeping expectations, and other assigned duties or special projects.

Skills

Leadership potential

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mohawk Industries, Inc. in Chatsworth, GA, is seeking a Shift Leader III to support daily manufacturing operations under department management, providing leadership, training, and operational expertise.

This role backs supervisors, maintains safety, quality, production, and employee development, and prepares for future supervisory opportunities. You will lead across shifts, coach teammates, participate in leadership development, onboard and train team members, and help meet production goals