Setup Technician (2nd shift)

Interface•West Point, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Setup Technician is responsible for changeovers of creels and tufting machines, including loading and unloading creels to service creels and tufting machines. The work must be performed efficiently and according to specification sheets to minimize downtime. The position also operates tufting machines, supports operators during breaks, maintains production records and housekeeping, and follows safety, environmental, and ISO procedures. The role supports Interface’s commitment to sustainability by maximizing recycling and minimizing waste.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Intermediate math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Normal color vision or average-to-above-average shade discernment.
Ability to walk up and down stairs.
Ability to stand for considerable periods.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds continuously and up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Previous tufting experience.
Previous textile experience.
Interface White Belt and 6S training.

Responsibilities

Locate paperwork and the master for the next run and place them at the machine.
Check the next creel set for correct thread-up and stage it at tufting machines.
Cut out creel sets and burn in new sets.
Run burns through needles and check for misdraws.
Record changeover time on the production report.
Operate tufting machines.
Relieve operators for breaks.
Load and unload all creels to the proper thread-up.
Recognize quality problems and make corrections when operating tufting machines.
Deposit yarn and header scrap into designated recycling containers.
Maximize recycling of recyclable materials and minimize waste.
Maintain a daily production log.
Maintain housekeeping.
Comply with safety rules and environmental regulations.
Be aware of departmental Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Ensure ISO procedures are followed.
Understand and support Interface’s commitment to sustainability.
Perform other duties as assigned.