Tufting Machine Operator - Flexible Shifts & Growth

Mohawk Industries, Inc.; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is seeking a Tufting Machine Operator for our Dalton, GA area production line. You will operate a tufting machine (level loop, patterned loop, cut pile or enhanced graphics) and perform related setup, maintenance, and quality checks on a fast-paced carpet manufacturing floor.

The role requires prior tufting experience, ability to read and follow instructions, and strong safety awareness. You may be required to work varied shifts and overtime based on production needs.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior tufting machine experience required.
• Proficient English literacy and basic math.
• Health and environmental safety training completed.
• Ability to read and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operates tufting machine and performs thread/needle changes, blade replacements, and adjustments.
• Conducts machine setup checks and backing verification.
• Performs quality inspection and mends carpet defects as needed.
• Changes backing as required and handles carpet rolls (doffs).
• Follows safety guidelines, reports issues to supervisor/crew lead.
• Attends job-related training and adheres to SOPs.
• Performs general housekeeping and other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attendance

Basic math

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

PC & databases

Job description

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is seeking a Tufting Machine Operator for our Dalton, GA area production line. You will operate a tufting machine (level loop, patterned loop, cut pile or enhanced graphics) and perform related setup, maintenance, and quality checks on a fast-paced carpet manufacturing floor.

The role requires prior tufting experience, ability to read and follow instructions, and strong safety awareness. You may be required to work varied shifts and overtime based on production needs.