UTILITY I

Mohawk Industries, Inc.; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is seeking a general laborer for the Rome, GA facility. The role involves operating various machinery, handling materials, and performing custodial tasks to support production.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with lift truck certification and safety training preferred. The position requires adaptability, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Education/experience requirements include high school diploma or equivalent.
• Lift truck certification preferred and safety training completed.
• Must pass color-vision screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate different kinds of machinery.
• Perform custodial/janitorial tasks as needed.
• Handle raw materials and final products as needed.
• Fill in for other operators as needed.
• Inspect for quality, malfunctions, and defects.
• May perform inventory, clerical, or administrative tasks.
• Operate powered industrial trucks/equipment such as lift trucks.
• Attend job-related training and follow safety procedures.
• Perform general housekeeping duties.
• Perform other tasks assigned by management.

Skills

Team-based environment

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Basic mechanical skills

Self-motivated

Detail oriented

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Lift Truck Certification preferred

Color-vision screening

On-the-job safety training

Job description

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UTILITY I - B Shift

Date: Aug 20, 2026

Location: Rome, Georgia, United States, 30165

Are you looking for more?

As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what’s important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.

Primary Objective: In broad terms, briefly state the major purpose of primary objective of this position.

• Perform a wide variety of simple labor task in a safe and productive manner in accordance with established methods and frequencies.

Major Function and Scope: Using brief narrative statements, describe each major function of responsibility explaining the scope of the function as appropriate.

• Operate different kinds of machinery
• Perform custodial/janitorial tasks as needed
• Handle raw materials and final products as needed
• Fill in for other operators as needed
• Inspect for quality, malfunctions, and defects as needed
• May be required to perform inventory, clerical, and/or administrative tasks
• May be required to operate powered industrial trucks/equipment such as lift trucks, etc.
• Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision
• Follow all established standard operating and safety procedures as well as company policies
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary
• Perform other tasks assigned by management

Type of Experience and Knowledge:

Knowledge, Experience, Certifications: Describe the education, knowledge required, years of experience, specific skills and abilities required to do the job on a fully competent basis.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Lift Truck Certification preferred
• Successful completion of all required on the job training
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training
• May be required to use department specific database systems
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment and operating machinery preferred
• Must be able to pass a color-vision screening

Competencies: Describe the specific skills required for this position in terms of technical, managerial, interpersonal skills and unique abilities.

• Operate in a team-based environment
• Basic math skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic mechanical skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Detail oriented with the ability to see assignments through to completion
• Adaptability and learning different positions

Physical Requirements / Other Pertinent Job Information: (Such as: American with Disabilities Act- ADA requirements for certain hourly positions).

• May require bending, squatting, climbing, and other physical movement for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Working around moving equipment and in an industrial environment
• Working in an environment where there may be regular exposure to chemicals, noise from machinery, dust, fumes, and variable temperatures

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.