Position Summary: The Tufting Operator I is responsible for operating tufting machinery and supporting production processes to ensure high-quality output. This role includes overseeing assigned team members and ensuring production standards, efficiency, and safety requirements are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities:
Verify product specifications throughout the production process
Perform required weight checks on designated production rolls
Load, tie, or splice fiber into the creel system
Rotate fiber tubes to optimize creel capacity and efficiency
Package materials, including fiber and dunnage
Assist with removing and replacing fiber tubes from machinery
Identify and report defective or non-conforming materials
Inspect products for defects such as streaks, uneven lines, loops, or missing ends
Repair turf products using appropriate tools and equipment
Operate roll-up equipment and tufting machinery independently
Ensure production orders are completed accurately and on time
Record production data and transactions in the system
Label and handle finished rolls properly
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Qualifications:
Experience & Skills:
Demonstrated advanced proficiency in creeling and mending processes
Ability to lead and support team members in achieving production goals
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Basic math skills required
Interpersonal Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with team members and supervisors
Receptive to feedback and able to apply constructive criticism
Work Environment:
Work is performed onsite in a manufacturing/production setting
Regular attendance is required
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Frequent use of hands and arms for handling materials
Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly
Capable of bending, kneeling, climbing, and performing repetitive motions
Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as depth perception
Reporting Structure:
Reports directly to the Tufting Manager
May receive direction from a Tufting Lead
Additional Information:
No travel required
Must be authorized to work in the United States
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Location
Dalton, GA
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Depth Perceptionunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Mathematicsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Paint Shop Pro Tubesunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Production Machiningunmatched
Production Specificationsunmatched
Production Supportunmatched
Productivity Managementunmatched
Safety Trainingunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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