Operator III Mt Gilead NC D Shift

 

 

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At Mohawk Industries, we’re committed to more – more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.

As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what’s important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.

 

 

Operator III

 

 

     Find your more with Mohawk!

 

What we need:

 

Mohawk is looking for an Operator III that would be responsible for operating the wood yard, refining, gluing and drying processes.

 

What you’ll do:

 

• Monitors the continuous production of product through the wood yard, refiner, gluing system and dryer.
• Maintains constant control of the Refiner and Dryer system.
• Must constantly be aware of operating conditions.
• Required to make recipe changes for every type of product and monitor resin flow.
• Monitor temperatures, steam volume, pressures, water levels, and speed.
• Required to monitor the hoppers and all conveyors for chip supply.
• Monitor metal detects and track, plus respond to ensure production is not stopped.
• Identifies process variation, determines the source, and works to eliminate it.
• Performs root cause analysis on problems and offers assistance in solutions.
• Communicates with other control room Operators to maintain stable and consistent production.
• Assists in planning and executing production line shutdowns to minimize downtime.
• Monitors fiber quality, moisture and takes immediate action to eliminate problems negatively impacting it.
• Performs basic maintenance related tasks.
• Directs refiner area housekeeping activities during outages.
• Assists maintenance personnel in performing technical work.
• Report any abnormalities to Supervisor or Lead and assist with recording information properly.
• Performs other related duties as required.

 

What you have:

 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 2 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment

 

What you’re good at:

 

• Core competencies include strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good listening skills
• Good data analysis and interpretation skills
• Communicating clearly and effectively while solving problems with strong organizational skills.
• Managing multiple priorities with ease and staying focused under pressure.
• Adapting quickly to change with a flexible, team-oriented mindset.
• Navigating Microsoft Office Suite tools with confidence and efficiency.
• Approaching challenges with maturity, resourcefulness and a proactive attitude.

 

 

What else?

 

• Demonstrates flexibility in accommodating schedule modifications based on business needs.
• Must be able to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time on concrete.
• Must be able to work in varying temperatures up to 110 degrees and dusty environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 80 lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to climb vertical ladders, multiple flights of stairs and work off elevated surfaces.
• Must not have any limitations in regards to working in confined spaces or wearing a respirator for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and steel toe shoes.
• Must be able to make repetitive motions involving twisting and t