3rd Shift Tufting Modra Utility - (Commercial)

Tarkett•Dalton, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Modra Utility supports Modra operations by maintaining trolley flow, stripping and staging material, and preventing downtime through organized material movement and area management. This role ensures Modra cells and tufting machines remain continuously supplied, clear, and production ready.

Requirements

Ability to safely operate a pallet jack and maneuver trolleys in confined spaces.
Strong sense of urgency with solid situational and workflow awareness.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while meeting production demands.
Strong attendance record and demonstrated reliability.
Effective communication skills with operators, leads, and supervisors.
Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Flexibility to work any assigned shift, including overtime as needed.
Physically capable of pushing, pulling, bending, and standing for extended periods.
Team-oriented mindset focused on supporting overall plant performance.

Responsibilities

Strip completed trolleys, weigh waste yarn, and return them to designated staging areas.
Move trolleys using a pallet jack safely and efficiently.
Properly stage trolleys for tufting readiness according to established processes.
Monitor trolley levels and proactively communicate shortages or bottlenecks to the supervisor or lead.
Maintain proper staging layout to support safe and organized workflow.
Keep aisles, traffic lanes, and staging zones clear and compliant with safety standards.
Report damaged trolleys, quality concerns, or safety issues immediately.
Perform 5S activities in Modra areas to maintain cleanliness and organization.
Support Tufting operators during high-volume periods once stripping and movement tasks are complete.
Assist with changeovers and order transitions as directed.