MATERIAL COORDINATOR

About the Role

The Material Coordinator at Mohawk Industries plays a crucial role in managing raw materials, operating supplies, and finished products. This position involves loading, unloading, storing, receiving, and issuing materials, as well as maintaining inventory levels and solving shipping/inventory issues. The role also includes doffing fabric rolls from looms, transporting materials, and preparing products for shipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks, following all safety rules and procedures.
• Doff fabric rolls from looms in a prioritized order (red lights, production floor rolls, doff list, white lights).
• Transport fabric rolls to the warehouse and prepare them for shipment.
• Unwind and strip defects from fabric rolls, calculating weight and yardage.
• Enter data into the computer system to create labels for fabric rolls.
• Load trailers according to orders and fix loading errors.
• Receive and issue raw materials and operating supplies.
• Stage fill yarn in the weave room and transport it to looms.
• Operate the baler and maintain inventory of supplies.
• Perform general duties such as emptying trash, participating in safety programs, and maintaining a clean work area.

Requirements

• Ability to read and write as indicated on the job application.
• Must be able to work assigned schedule and obtain a powered industrial equipment license.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and information lookup.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks without direct supervision.
• Physical requirements include standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and operating industrial equipment for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Previous experience operating a powered industrial truck in a production environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and correct ticketing and inventory mistakes.
• Must maintain high standards for work quality and safety.

Skills

• Basic computer knowledge for data entry and information lookup.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with co-workers, vendors, and management.
• Attention to detail for inventory management and quality control.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk continuously during a 12-hour shift.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds without mechanical assistance.
• Push and pull equipment and materials as required.
• Bend, stoop, squat, or kneel throughout the shift.
• Adequate vision and depth perception for job duties.

Location

Hillsville, VA

Reports To

Shift Supervisor

Department

Weaving

Authorized Training Period

Four weeks