MACHINE OPERATOR I (Garner, North Carolina, United States, 27529)

About the role

Mohawk Industries is seeking a MACHINE OPERATOR I to assist in the manufacturing of laminate flooring by operating various automated industrial machinery components on Press production lines.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all company safety policies, rules, and procedures.
• Monitor products and processes to ensure compliance with documented quality standards and take corrective action to minimize nonconforming products.
• Monitor and adjust machine parameters as needed to maintain proper product alignment, including embossed-in-register (EIR) requirements and core-to-décor alignment.
• Perform routine quality inspections, tests, and measurements using approved procedures, gauges, and testing equipment.
• Monitor Press line performance to ensure efficiency and utilization targets are achieved or exceeded.
• Identify issues affecting line performance and escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Support maintenance activities to ensure timely resolution of equipment issues and minimize downtime.
• Understand equipment operation and product setup requirements to perform job duties efficiently and effectively.
• Clock in and out at scheduled times, coordinate and execute production activities in accordance with the published production schedule.
• Troubleshoot and resolve Press line stoppages to maximize equipment uptime and productivity.
• Perform required preventive maintenance (PM) activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned work areas in accordance with housekeeping standards.
• Attend all job-related training as required by the supervisor.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in a fast-paced work environment
• 1+ years of experience with automated machines preferred

Qualifications

• Proficient computer literacy necessary to navigate operation of digital equipment and order management systems
• Ability to troubleshoot independently through use of problem-solving skills and critical thinking
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and within a team setting, including communication with various other Departments via radio, phone, and in-person conversations

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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Disclaimer

The information on this description was prepared by Compensation and department management and is designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.