Press Operator

Are you looking for more?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.Position Title: Press Operator - DAYBusiness Unit: Flooring North America Department: PressPrimary Objective: Safely monitors and produces a quality product to documented standards.Major Function and Scope: Complies with all company safety rules and procedures. Monitors product and process to ensure quality of product to documented procedures; takes action to minimize non-conforming products Monitors and adjusts machine parameters as needed to ensure proper product alignment for embossed-in-register requirements and physical core/décor alignment. Performs regular quality tests and measurements using proper procedures, gauges, and tools Patrols the Press line to ensure efficiency and utilization goals are met/exceeded. Helps to identify issues affecting line performance and escalate as needed Supports maintenance efforts on the equipment to assure timely resolution of problems Understands equipment and product set-up requirements to perform efficiently Coordinates and executes production according to published schedule. Resolves small alarms on the Press line to maximize uptime Performs required PM. Loads, unloads and moves material using forklift. Performs required housekeeping. Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision Perform other tasks assigned by managementType of Experience and Knowledge: High School Diploma or equivalent 3+ years of manufacturing experience in a fast-paced work environment 3+ years of experience with automated machines 3+ years of experience adjusting machine to produce quality product Forklift experience or willingness to learn to operate forklift Basic math skills Basic computer skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsCompetencies: Ability to read and comprehend manuals used in the plant. Perform mathematical calculations, including conversion to metric systems. Physical Requirements / Other Pertinent Job Information: (Such as: American with Disabilities Act- ADA requirements for certain hourly positions).Disclaimer: The information on this description was prepared by Compensation and department management and is designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk's vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world's largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don't Work participant.