Prep Operator

Job Title

Prep Operator – Monday to Thursday Shift

Monday‑Thursday 3pm–1am shift in the Soft Surface (SS) Prep department. Work in one of four roles—stacking for cut tables, running a small or large beveler, or operating a back stamper, hole punch and labeling equipment—as required by the business or rotating schedule.

• Grab and stack swatches on pallets or frames as they come off cut tables.
• Scan barcodes on travelers of cut swatches or strips and apply pallet tags with a scan gun for tracking.
• Assist Cut Table Operator by completing required paperwork for processed material.
• Operate and set up the large beveling machine to clean edges of large swatches.
• Use the computer and backstamp printer on the large beveler to apply backstamps to MEZZ swatches.
• Operate the hand beveler to clean edges of swatches not routed through a large beveler.
• Set up and operate the small beveling machine to clean edges of small swatches.
• Check quality of all swatches during processing and notify the bevel technician of any issues.
• Apply labels to various swatch sizes and verify printed labels match paperwork.
• Operate automatic and manual hole punches for swatches requiring holes.
• Apply backstamps, grass tags or room scenes to small MEZZ swatches.

• Perform any additional tasks necessary to aid in a safe and efficient operation as directed by the Lead or Supervisor.
• Communicate with lead/supervisor on job assignments and any shift‑time issues.
• Complete paperwork such as shortage reports and record production logs on a computer.
• Empty lint system bags for both large and small beveling areas.
• Assist with department housekeeping.
• Work overtime as needed.

• Read and record information on paper and on a computer.
• Operate scan guns and computers.
• Possess effective communication skills.
• Complete lockout/tagout (LOTO) and fall‑protection training and demonstrate knowledge.
• Comply with all corporate policies.
• Adhere to standard schedule, start/stop times, and break times.
• Meet production standards.
• Perform basic math and use a counting device.
• Read and use a measuring device.

• Write legibly.
• Previous computer experience.
• Previous experience with measuring devices.

• Frequently bend, reach, kneel, and squat while moving material.
• Push a loaded buggy/pallet jack requiring up to 35lb of force.
• Stand or sit for up to 2 hours between breaks.
• Lift 10–30lb repeatedly; maximum up to 50lb.
• Apply a 17lb downward force on a pallet‑jack handle to lift a pallet.
• Continuous use of hands, arms, and legs throughout shift.
• Work in a manufacturing environment, tolerating temperature, humidity, and noise changes.

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Shaw Family Health and Dental Centers (Dalton & Cartersville)
• Behavioral and Mental Health Support
• Paid Time Off, Bereavement, and Holiday Pay
• Paid Parental Leave and Leave of Absence Pay
• Employee Discounts
• Career Development & Education Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Financial and Retirement Planning
• Medical & Social Security Assistance

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.