Tufting Team Leader 3rd shift (RCA)

Interface; West Point (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader seeking a Team Leader RCA Tufting to oversee tufting operations at RCA. You will coordinate production flow, manage raw material delivery, and ensure accurate reporting while guiding the tufting team toward quality targets.

The role requires tufting experience and prior leadership, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safety and sustainability. This on-site position is based in West Point, GA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college or vocational school preferred.
• Experience in tufting and prior leadership roles are expected.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate personnel activities for the RCA Tufting operation and assign duties.
• Plan and schedule the flow of products for each Tufter and ensure orders meet deadlines.
• Coordinate delivery of raw materials to the tufting department and monitor quality.
• Supervise RCA associates and perform 6S audits to maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Maintain ISO procedures compliance and report machine activities accurately.

Skills

Tufting experience

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Multitasking

Color vision

Safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Lotus Notes

AS/400

Education

High school diploma or GED

College or vocational school

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lotus Notes

AS/400

Job description

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader dedicated to rethinking how spaces work for people and the planet. Our portfolio includes Interface® carpet tile and LVT, nora® rubber flooring, and FLOR® premium area rugs. Across every brand, we innovate in a way that combines design, performance, and sustainability—without compromise.

Trusted by architects, designers, and building professionals worldwide, we help bring bold visions to life with solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. Building on more than 30 years of sustainability progress and industry‑first innovation, we remain ‘all in’ on our goal of becoming carbon negative by 2040, without the use of offsets.

Position summary

The Team Leader RCA Tufting is responsible for the overall operations of the Tufting process at RCA. He/she will coordinate the flow of activities to meet production and quality objectives for the Tufting department, oversee the delivery of all raw materials to the Tufting department, and ensure correct reporting and documentation of machine activities. This position is responsible for the direction of the associates assigned to the tufting process.

Educational requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• College or vocational school preferred

Skills and experience

• Tufting experience required
• Previous leadership experience required
• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Demonstrated ability to multitask
• Must have normal color vision or average to above average shade discernment
• Interface White Belt and 6S Training preferred
• Good interpersonal skills
• Basic Computer skills; familiar with Microsoft Office, Lotus notes and AS/400
• Plan and coordinate personnel activities for the RCA Tufting operation and assign duties
• Plan and schedule the flow of products for each Tufter.
• Partner with the RCA and Kyle Planning/Scheduling department to plan the flow of orders through the RCA facility
• Schedule the logistics of all raw materials including the yarn delivery to and from RCAWork with other department Supervisors and /or Leaders to coordinate orders by promise datesWork with and follow management direction to achieve departmental goal and objectivesContinuously monitor quality of carpet and approve quality for all ordersEnsure carpet meets specification requirements
• Ensure raw materials are supplied to machines as needed
• Deposit all carpet scrap and other recycled materials in its proper place
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Give direction to RCA associates
• Perform and understand all yarn thread ups and yarn creel arrangements
• Operate all Tufting machine types, including set up and weight checks
• Fully understand and perform Supervisors’ duties
• Perform 6S audits and assignments
• Perform Critical Risk surveys
• Comply with safety rules
• Comply with environmental regulations
• Be aware of departmental Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• Willingness to learn and understand Interface's commitment to sustainability
• Ensure ISO procedures are followed.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Occasional overtime will be required
• Considerable walking up and down stairsConsiderable standingOccasional pushing and pulling of a cart withup to 360 lbs. loadOccasional lifting of up to 25lbs.Occasional 12 hour shiftsOccasionalchanging of primary backing rolls

Work environment

• Non-climate controlled manufacturing environment.

We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We desire priority referrals of Protected Veterans for job openings at all locations within the State of Georgia. An Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Disabled.

Interface

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader, rethinking how spaces work for people and the planet.

Interface is a global leader in modular flooring, offering innovative solutions that enhance interior spaces while promoting sustainability and environmental harmony.

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Company Interface

Location West Point, Georgia, United States