Tufting Machine Specialist II

Mohawk Industries; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries, a global flooring leader, seeks a tufting machine operator in Dalton, GA. You will run and monitor the tufting process, ensure yarn and backing align with orders, and keep work areas clean and safe.

Responsibilities include defect inspection, machine adjustments, and assisting with backing changes while maintaining production targets and following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Excellent attendance and reliability.
• 2) Adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• 3) Conform to safe work practices.
• 4) Maintain an orderly work environment.
• 5) Communicate effectively with teammates.
• 6) Basic computer skills.
• 7) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate tufting machine; check face for defects and correct them; thread needles and replace yarn as needed.
• Mark and doff all rolls; assist in changing primary backing.
• Inspect rugs and yarn to match orders.
• Maintain housekeeping and follow related procedures.
• Repair minor machine malfunctions and report hazards.
• Lift/move heavy objects and load/unload blade blocks.
• Meet production, quality and safety targets set by management.
• Follow all safety procedures for assigned duties.
• Sort recyclable materials into correct containers.

Skills

Excellent attendance

Safety rules

Safe practices

Communication

Computer skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Mohawk Industries, a global flooring leader, seeks a tufting machine operator in Dalton, GA. You will run and monitor the tufting process, ensure yarn and backing align with orders, and keep work areas clean and safe.

Responsibilities include defect inspection, machine adjustments, and assisting with backing changes while maintaining production targets and following safety procedures.