Tufting Mechanic II - 2nd 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.

Primary Objective:

Make necessary adjustments or repairs to ensure the quality of all equipment and machinery

Major Function and Scope:

• Identify and repair any related defects
• Setting up machines
• Perform electrical maintenance
• Welding
• Filling propane tanks
• Charge grinder blades
• Checking mechanics of lift truck
• Blow forklift radiator out with compressed air
• Grinding any materials with electric grinder
• May be required to operate powered industrial trucks/equipment such as forklifts, lift trucks, etc.
• Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision
• Follow all established standard operating and safety procedures as well as company policies
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary
• Perform other tasks assigned by management

Type of Experience and Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Lift Truck Certification preferred
• Successful completion of all required on the job training
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training
• Reads and writes in standard English and proficient performing basic math calculations such as addition and subtraction
• Previous experience as Mechanic I or equivalent
• Understanding of basic mechanical operation of machinery
• Basic knowledge of tool types and uses
• May be required to pass Mechanic II skills assessment testing

Competencies:

• Operate in a team-based environment
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting knowledge
• Ability to multi-task

Physical Requirements / Other Pertinent Job Information:

• May require bending, squatting, climbing, and other physical movement for long periods of time

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Working around moving equipment and in an industrial environment
• Working in an environment where there may be regular exposure to chemicals, noise from machinery, dust, fumes, and variable temperatures

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.