Tufting Machine Operator

Tarkett; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Career growth

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Tarkett, a global flooring leader, is seeking a Tufting Operator for the Hospitality manufacturing team. You will operate cut pile tufting machines, monitor quality, and maintain a safe, efficient work environment on a 7:00 PM–7:00 AM night shift (Sunday–Wednesday).

This hands-on role supports precision, offering a long-term manufacturing career with Tarkett’s sustainable flooring division and competitive benefits including health insurance, a 401(k), PTO, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and write in standard English.
• Proficiency in basic math, including addition and subtraction.
• Ability to read and interpret graphic patterns.
• Ability to bend, pull, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Able to stand for a 12-hour shift in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience operating cut pile tufting machines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate cut pile tufting machines, threading needles, replacing blades, aligning the blade block.
• Repair yarn breaks in creels and beams using an air splicer.
• Complete machine setup checks, including production checklist and backing verification.
• Perform quality inspections and coordinate with the mender to repair voids in carpet.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety and environmental guidelines, including PPE use.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Math basics

Pattern reading

Physical stamina

Tufting machine operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Air splicer

Job description

Tufting Operator — Hospitality Shift: Night Shift, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Sunday – Wednesday

Tarkett is seeking a Tufting Operator, to join our Hospitality manufacturing team. In this role, you will operate cut pile tufting machines, monitor product quality throughout production runs, and help maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment. This is a hands‑on position well suited to candidates who take pride in precision work and want to build a long‑term career in manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate cut pile tufting machines, including threading and replacing needles, replacing cutting blades, aligning the cutting blade block, hook replacement, backing changes, roll tickets, and doffing.
• Repair yarn breaks in creels and beams using an air splicer.
• Complete machine setup checks, including the production checklist, deck board, and backing verification.
• Perform quality inspections during production runs and coordinate with the mender to repair voids in carpet as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well‑ordered work area.
• Follow all company and regulatory safety and environmental guidelines, including wearing required personal protective equipment, using approved tools and equipment, and applying safe work practices for each task.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and write in standard English.
• Proficiency in basic math, including addition and subtraction.
• Ability to read and interpret graphic patterns.
• Ability to bend, pull, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to remain on your feet for the duration of a 12‑hour shift in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience operating cut pile tufting machines preferred.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process. We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption. We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‑Conscious Design® approach.

www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer.

We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.

As a worldwide leader of the flooring industry, we design, manufacture and provide our customers the most innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions.

At Tarkett, we cultivate a culture of entrepreneurship with respect and trust. We make conscious choices, for people and for the planet and we commit to be next to your every step of the way.

At Tarkett we help create great spaces. We believe in taking care of our people, our customers and our planet. We believe in being agile and performance-driven in everything that we do in order to find the best flooring and sports surface solutions.

https://www.tarkett.com/