About The Position

Shaw Industries is looking to hire and train associates who will play an important role in the manufacture of carpet tiles for a wide variety of commercial customers. In this role, associates will gain diverse work experiences and exposure to multiple areas of manufacturing. We’re looking for individuals who are ambitious, interested in learning various skills, and who are excellent problem solvers. We are currently looking to fill 2nd and 3rd shift openings. Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, and is a global leader in delivering carpet, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. We are committed to creating a better future for our customers, our people, our company, and our communities. Below are the positions that you will be considered for when you apply to this job posting. Creeler – This production associate places spools onto holders (creels) to feed yarn into carpet manufacturing (tufting) machines. No experience is required. Creeler Operator – This production associate helps to relieve the carpet manufacturing (tufting) operator, mends yarn and replaces empty spools of yarn. Some experience is helpful. Tufting Operator – This production associate runs the carpet manufacturing machines (tufting), ensures high quality carpet production, and ensures a safe work environment. No experience is required. Material Handler – This production and distribution associate will learn to operate various forklifts, lift trucks, and other material handling vehicles to move raw materials, carpet waste, yarn bales, boxes, and other products across the facility. No experience is required. Lift Truck Operator – Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods safely. Tile Cutting/Cut Order Associate – This production associate is responsible for overseeing the final inspection of carpet tiles before they are delivered to the customers. No experience is required.

Requirements

  • Ability to bend, stoop, reach, pull, and push repetitively.
  • May need to climb ladders and stairs depending on the position.
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 15lbs.

Nice To Haves

  • Some experience is helpful for the Creeler Operator role.

Responsibilities

  • Place spools onto holders (creels) to feed yarn into carpet manufacturing (tufting) machines.
  • Relieve the carpet manufacturing (tufting) operator, mend yarn and replace empty spools of yarn.
  • Run the carpet manufacturing machines (tufting), ensure high quality carpet production, and ensure a safe work environment.
  • Operate various forklifts, lift trucks, and other material handling vehicles to move raw materials, carpet waste, yarn bales, boxes, and other products across the facility.
  • Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods safely.
  • Oversee the final inspection of carpet tiles before they are delivered to the customers.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health savings account
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • 401K and Retirement Plans
  • Product discounts for employees
  • Adoption assistance
  • Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA, and Cartersville, GA, locations)
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