R&D Associate - ASPIRE LDP

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: R&D Associate - ASPIRE LDP Location: Dalton, Georgia, United States, 30721 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. ASPIRE Program Overview: The ASPIRE Program is an 18-24-month rotational leadership development program with 18 months of professional development (1 module/quarter). Participants will go through rotations within their specified business unit to gain insight and skills needed to be successful in their field. The program combines real-world special projects, ongoing learning and development, and exposure to multiple areas of the business, including leadership, to create a well-rounded future leader. What we need: Mohawk is looking for our 'leaders of tomorrow' to join our leadership development program! If you are a critical, big picture thinker with excellent communication skills and a willingness to jump in and do what it takes to be successful while helping to grow our brand and the people you work with, then we want you! Roles available in Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, Engineering, Product Management, Information Systems, Human Resources, Sustainability, and MORE. This specific ASPIRE role is a Research and Development Associate. You will be an integral part to our R&D team and will rotate through different functional areas in this department. What you have: Recently graduated (within last 2 years) with a bachelor’s or master's degree in applicable field - Engineering,Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, and/or similar majors Great academic record with strong GPA (minimum 2.7) 0-2+ years of relevant work experience (Internship(s) preferred) Experience in Manufacturing (a plus) Strong Excel and analytical skills Permanent work authorization in the United States A willingness to learn on the job and grow your career through rotational assignments at multiple locations What you’re good at: Working collaboratively as part of a fast-paced team, with strong personal organization, poise, and professionalism Communicating effectively with a wide range of individuals in written, oral, and interpersonal form Achieving results through team efforts, challenging established practices, and drawing relevant conclusions Connecting with employees, stakeholders, and community partners at all levels, and building strong relationships Exercising independent judgment and demonstrating solid time managementand organizational skills, including the ability to meet tight deadlines and schedules What else? Domestic travel may be required and will be reimbursed At Mohawk you’ll have the opportunity to join our community initiatives and connect with our partners; such as: Susan G. Komen, United Way, the Boys and Girls Club, Tunnel to Towers, and MORE. We’re located in a pretty great spot – check out this video to see what we mean 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mohawk Industries