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Tarkett

Creeler

Calhoun, GA · On-site

Load bobbins of fiber onto creels, ensuring proper alignment to supply tufting machines. * Monitor fiber supply during production, replacing empty bobbins promptly to minimize downtime. * Inspect ...

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Setup Technician (2nd shift)

West Point, GA · On-site

$16.75 - $21/hr

Previous tufting experience preferred * Previous textile experience preferred * Must have normal color vision or average to above average shade discernment * Interface White Belt and 6S training ...

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A tufting job involves using a tufting gun or machine to create rugs, upholstery, or carpets by threading yarn through a fabric backing. Tufting can be done manually or with automated machines in industrial settings. Workers in tufting roles may design patterns, operate machinery, and ensure quality control throughout the production process. Tufting is commonly used in textile and flooring industries to produce durable and decorative products.

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Tufting Seasonal Creeler II | 2nd Shift

Tufting Seasonal Creeler II | 2nd Shift

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.

Adairsville, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Title
Tufting Seasonal Creeler II | 2nd Shift
Position Overview
Position Overview: Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Creeler II for one of Shaw's newest manufacturing plants located in Adairsville, GA. The primary purpose of this position is to maintain control of the creel that feeds the warping and tufting machines and assist with ensuring product quality and machine efficiency. The new Adairsville, GA plant, T1, manufactures carpet tile and is an integral part of the carpet tile business.
Responsibilities:
  • Creel for both Warping and Tufting machines as assigned.

  • Utilizing creel diagram, creel racks and maintain them as necessary for each shop order.

  • Creeling functions include stripping, doubling creels, creel inspections, etc.

  • Ensure quality and accuracy that labels on boxes of yarn and in cones match the shop order for quality purposes.

  • Pack yarn into boxes, count the number of cones in each box and prepare packing label when set is complete. Identify and correct different yarn defects while monitoring a running creel.

  • Dispose of recyclable and scrap materials properly.

  • Complete and distribute all associated paperwork.

  • Perform creel shifts as directed.

  • Thread ends during normal operation without crossing ends or missing guides.

  • Change blades in air splices and dispose of blade properly.

  • Assist in keeping the entire facility clean. Maintain a neat and orderly work space.

  • Serve as a member of a team, attend and actively participate in meetings (could be before or after shift) and work toward team goals.

  • Participate in team building activities as planned.

  • Provide respectful feedback to team members as necessary.

  • Expected to 'flow to work' to service customers and business needs.

  • Gain and maintain all necessary skills to perform jobs as assigned. Attend all training classes as scheduled for individual and team development.

  • Safely complete other assigned duties as needed.

Requirements:
This position will require standing, heavy and/or repeated lifting, bending, stooping, reaching overhead or crawling for long periods of time. Verbally communicate in English with team members about team needs and daily/weekly goals; participate in team meetings, provide feedback and contribute to team's goals. Comply with all required OSHA, SAFE, and plant specific safety rules and regulations. Preferred Manufacturing experience preferred.
Work Shift
8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM
Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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