Yarn Twister Production Operator

Mohawk Industries, Inc.; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Industries in Alabama is seeking a skilled yarn processing operator to set up and tend to multiple machines that twist yarn together. You will creel and load yarn, monitor machine performance, and ensure safe, efficient production in a fast-paced textile environment.

The role emphasizes safety training, basic math, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and quality checks using standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• On-the-job training and health and environmental safety training completed.
• Previous Yarn or Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creel single or double ply yarn packages and load yarn into twister.
• Reposition buggies of yarn at the twisters and stage tubes for winder operation.
• Thread ends of single yarns, operate the spindle, and repair breakouts during production runs.
• Doff twisted yarn packages and transfer them from the conveyor to a buggy/container.
• Monitor production output and machine equipment for safe and efficient operation.
• Clean and dechoke spindles to maintain machine efficiency and meet production requirements.
• Perform quality checks using black lights to check yarn.
• 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Math skills

Problem solving

Read specs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mohawk Industries in Alabama is seeking a skilled yarn processing operator to set up and tend to multiple machines that twist yarn together. You will creel and load yarn, monitor machine performance, and ensure safe, efficient production in a fast-paced textile environment.

The role emphasizes safety training, basic math, and teamwork, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and quality checks using standard operating procedures.