Regrind Operator

Job Title Regrind Operator Position Overview Regrind Operator Shaw Industries is looking to hire and train a Regrind Operator who will play an important role in the manufacture and distribution of a variety of flooring solutions for our residential and commercial customers.
We are looking for individuals who are motivated, interested in learning various skills, and who enjoy problem solving.
We are currently looking to fill rotating night shift openings.
No prior manufacturing experience is necessary.
Training is provided for all entry-level roles.
Shaw Industries Group, Inc.
is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, and is a global leader in delivering carpet, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide.
We are committed to creating a better future for our customers, our people, our company, and our communities.
Position Overview: This position supports the Regrind/Lamination department and the regrind area by handling materials including: raw materials, work in progress and by processing regrind material.
Responsibilities: Per Shop Floor System, maintain production lines with the correct materials Operate and troubleshoots Shredder equipment Move work in progress (WIP) to the appropriate bin space while accurately tracking this data Complete the powered industrial truck (PIT) safety check sheet Change out the lift truck battery as needed Assist production associates, Process Coordinators and Production Leads as needed Perform quality checks and reports on materials as directed.
Assist in inventory cycle counts when needed Operate and troubleshoot Granulator (continuous line) equipment Operate and troubleshoot Grinder equipment.
Remove material from remnant rolls.
Feed and troubleshoot silos.
Maintain and Monitor Bag House equipment-inspect and make sure unit is operating efficiently Operate and troubleshoot Roll Un-winder equipment-thread up and operate.
Work normally scheduled days adhering to starting and stopping times.
Work overtime as required.
Qualifications: Must be able to safely operate a lift truck both loaded and unloaded Must be able to safely operate the battery changing station equipment.
Must possess good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
Must be familiar with or willing to learn current computer systems and software.
Must be able to work without close supervision.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with all levels of associates.
Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions.
Must be able to sit for the majority of a 12 hour shift.
Must be able to get on and off a lift truck up to 100 times per day.
Must meet minimal Shaw vision testing requirements including color blindness Must be able to tolerate changes in temperature and humidity Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
Capable of head, neck and body rotation for full visibility of surroundings.
Must be able to occasionally climb stairs to operate equipment Must have basic reading & writing skills in order to read & comprehend shipping documents, product numbers and bin / storage locations.
Must successfully complete the written, “hands on” powered industrial truck driving test Must be able to perform basic mathematical tasks.
Shaw benefits include: Medical, dental, vision insurance and Pet insurance Life insurance and disability coverage Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Health savings account Paid Time Off Parental Leave 401K and Retirement Plans Product discounts for employees Gym membership discounts Adoption assistance Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA, and Cartersville, GA, locations) And much more.
Work Shift 12 Hr rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Act Calendar, shift starts PM, days change only Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.