Assistant Operator Ii

ASSISTANT OPERATOR II

Mt. Gilead, North Carolina, United States, 27306

Mohawk is looking for an Assistant Operator who will support the Sanding department. The Assistant Operator performs multiple duties and must be able to work at a fast pace. This position will assist in the continuous operation of the Sanding Line, which includes inspecting the material and ensuring the quality is within company specifications, while observing machine operations to report any abnormalities.

• Assist the Sanding Operator in the operation of the sanding line
• Must be able to accurately and efficiently perform the job duties of the 120 and 550 forklift operators in Sanding
• Coordinate the activities of forklift operators and assist them to ensure that material is being 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 the machinery
• Communicate any problems or ideas that you have to the Sanding Team Leader
• Observes safe work practices in compliance with Company safety policy
• Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision
• Follow all established standard operating procedures
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary
• Perform other tasks assigned by management

• High school diploma or GED equivalency required.
• Forklift experience, preferred or the ability to get Forklift Certified.
• Reads and writes in standard English and proficient in performing basic math calculations such as addition and subtraction.
• Successful completion of all required on the job training.
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training.

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

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.