Tufting Machine Operator — Precision Carpet Production

Mohawk Industries; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries in Dalton, GA is seeking a Tufting Machine Operator to run and set up tufting equipment on a busy production floor. You will thread needles, replace blades, verify backing, and perform quality checks to ensure the carpet meets standards.

You should have a high school diploma or GED and prior tufting-machine experience. The role requires reading and writing English, basic math, and adherence to safety procedures in a noisy, non-climate-controlled environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience operating tufting machines.
• Ability to read/write English and perform basic math.
• Completion of health and environmental safety training.

Responsibilities

• Operate tufting machine and perform set-up checks.
• Inspect quality during production and mend voids.
• Change backing and manage rolls.
• Follow safety guidelines and report issues to supervisor.
• Attend training and perform housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Tufting machine operation

English literacy

Basic math

Safety training

Equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PC/database systems

Job description

Mohawk Industries in Dalton, GA is seeking a Tufting Machine Operator to run and set up tufting equipment on a busy production floor. You will thread needles, replace blades, verify backing, and perform quality checks to ensure the carpet meets standards.

You should have a high school diploma or GED and prior tufting-machine experience. The role requires reading and writing English, basic math, and adherence to safety procedures in a noisy, non-climate-controlled environment.