Tufting Operator | Monday - Friday

Job Title Tufting Operator | Monday - Friday Position Overview This position is Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm.

Position Objective:

To manage the complete operation of a tufting machine. Essential Duties (Considering job knowledge, job environment, effort, manipulative skill, judgment, safety knowledge, and responsibility): Lead the tufting machine team. Log downtime and other information into the TMS3. Fill out and maintain Production Records for each machine ran throughout shift. Doff completed buggies/rolls. Print tickets from TMS3 for each buggy completed. Check stitch count and pile height at startup of a machine and at least once per float. Check for crossed ends at startup of machine as well as throughout the shift and fix any that are found immediately. Operate tufting machines, i.e. cut pile, multiple thread-ups, and/or a pair machines. Inspect carpet for defects every 3 minutes or 50 feet. Properly mend defects as needed. Make minor machine repairs as needed, i.e. change hooks, blades and needles. Work with R D on XR runs as needed. Lead team with backing changes. Cut weight checks, dye headers and straight sews as needed. Check all inspection lights to ensure they are working. Remove all cones at the machine or work area that appears to be unusable. Responsible for the release of conforming products to the next operation. Responsible for properly identifying non-conforming greige goods. Responsible for properly identifying non-conforming yarn. Responsible for properly identifying any cuts made in the carpet, recording them on the production record and mark them with pink ribbon as well as any seams including factory seams. Responsible for ensuring that the carpet folds properly into the buggy. Blow out the tufting machine daily and sweep up all debris. Responsible for maintaining the tufter and work station in a clean and orderly fashion. Clean up any oil or grease that is found especially floors, machinery, step stools, and catwalks which could cause accidents or greige good contamination. Ensure that any backing that is taken off a machine can be identified. Responsible for executing the special instructions on the tufting shop orders. Properly identify yarn lots used for mending and for spider yarns

Other Requirements:

Must be able to recognize conformance or nonconformance requirements. Must be able to recognize letters and numbers to identify yarn lots. Must be able to distinguish colors. Must have adequate depth perception. Must be able to read, write, and have some basic math skills Work Shift 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. A history of success, a future of possibility Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success. Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same. Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business. Global Flooring Provider Shaw Industries Group Inc. supplies carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile and stone, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. Learn more Operational Excellence Our manufacturing operations and integrated supply chain deliver a broad array of products to meet diverse needs across residential and commercial markets throughout the world. Learn more Award Winning The success of our company and the success of our associates go hand-in-hand. We are consistently awarded as an employer of choice, community partner, and leader in design and innovation. Learn more We Sustain Human Ability At Shaw, sustainability means sustaining human ability in all of our products and processes. We ask ourselves "how can we minimize our impact on the environment and maximize human potential?" Learn More Community Partner From civic involvement and philanthropic giving to volunteerism and future workforce development, our company and associates leverage our combined passions and expertise in addressing community needs, collaboratively. Learn More In The News There is always something new and exciting happening at Shaw. Check out our news page to read our recent press releases, company blog posts, sustainability reports and more! Learn More