ASSISTANT OPERATOR II

About the Role

Mohawk Industries is seeking an Assistant Operator to support the Sanding department. This position performs multiple duties in a fast-paced environment, assisting in the continuous operation of the Sanding Line while ensuring quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sanding Operator in the operation of the sanding line.
• Accurately and efficiently perform the job duties of the 120 and 550 forklift operators in Sanding.
• Coordinate the activities of forklift operators to ensure material is processed correctly.
• Coordinate product changeovers.
• Identify material leaving the machinery and label it accordingly.
• Perform quality checks in accordance with customer specifications.
• Package finished pallets of material for shipment.
• Assist with cleaning the finishing areas.
• Assist the Sanding Operator and other personnel in repairing or maintaining machinery.
• Communicate problems or ideas to the Sanding Team Leader.
• Observe safe work practices in compliance with Company safety policy.
• Attend job-related training as required by supervision.
• Follow all established standard operating procedures.
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Perform other tasks assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency required.
• Forklift experience preferred or the ability to get Forklift Certified.
• Ability to read and write in standard English and perform basic math calculations (addition and subtraction).
• Successful completion of all required on-the-job training.
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training.

Skills

• Effective team member.
• Ability to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and steel toe shoes.
• Ability to sit and drive a forklift.
• Good oral and written communication skills to interact with others in the work unit and related areas.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.