Machine Operator I Chehalis WA 1st Shift

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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.

What we need:

The machine operator I is responsible for material movement and machinery operations needed to safely produce quality products. 

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for quality inspections and testing throughout shift, with attention to identifying quality and manufacturing defects. 

• Gains understanding of correct parameters specific to Department processes to minimize defect opportunities and increase production output. 

• Trains to perform necessary adjustments to production line, via feedback from automated systems monitoring, manual testing, and product specifications. 

• Adheres to Company and Department standards regarding documentation, set up procedures, production procedures, and quality guidelines. 

• Abides by documentation standards and catalogues adherence to production procedures, including shift reports and varying checklists. 

• Understands and follows all Company and Department safety policies, including personal protective equipment and alternate work procedures. 

• Responsible for material flow of raw and finished goods as needed, including operation of pallet jacks, forklifts, and other tools as needed. 

• Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision. 

• Follow all established standard operating procedures. 

• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary. 

• Perform other tasks assigned by management. 

What you have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. 

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment required. 

• Prior forklift experience required, 1+ year experience preferred. 

• Experience in production processes involving paper or chemical handling preferred. 

• Computer literacy, including Excel skills, required. 

• Good oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with all employees within the immediate unit and in related support roles.  

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating or maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 

• Ability to work independently. 

What else?

• This position requires the team member to work with machinery in an environment where there may be fluctuating temperatures, and additional department-specific variables. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required, and may include hearing protection, safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, and eye protection.   

• Other working conditions may include working 12 hour shifts and a fixed shift rotation, including holidays.  
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.; walking, bending, squatting, climbing ladders and stairs are required.  

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $16.97 and $19.00 per hour at the commencement of employment. Compensation and range may vary by location. Final base pay is determined based on job-related factors such as work location, skills, experience, education, and training, consistent with applicable state and local laws. Base pay is one component of the total compensation package, which may also include incentive compensation, commissions (if applicable), discretionary bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and company-sponsored benefits.

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.