Job Title

T6(Adairsville) Finishing Process Technician | 3rd Shift |

Position Overview

Position Objective: To run the Turf continuous line, guiding other associates to ensure that the machine runs efficiently and in a safe manner.

Essential Duties: (Considering job knowledge, job environment, effort, manipulative skill, judgment, safety knowledge, and responsibility):

● Follow all plant safety rules and regulations with respect to your job. These include LOTO, Arc Flash, LTO Safety, PPE and Walkways.

● Guide a group of associates on a continuous line operation that will tuft and coat a field.

● Small part changes and some light mechanical work

● Manage the main console for the entire continuous machine.

● Prepare for shift start up by checking the reactor, warming chemicals, purge system, test spray, etc

● Record weight checks

● Perform Instron Testing

● Responsible for Lab Samples

● Perform end of shift duties (clean up, reactor shut down, flush spray heads)

● Change out totes for chemicals

● Enter roll information in system

● Communicate with Operators

● Must be able to work with other machine personnel to ensure the machine is running efficiently.

● Perform backing changes when needed.

● Ensure all production paperwork is documented correctly and turned in at the end of shift.

● Creel when necessary

● Ability to learn and coach on the coating side of the process

● Work with chemicals safely

● Drive lift truck to move totes

Non Essential Duties: (Considering job knowledge, job environment, effort, manipulative skill, judgment, safety knowledge, and responsibility):

● Perform other non-quality-related duties, as directed by Supervisor/Department Manager

● Assist R & D with samples and TPR’s.

Education and Experience Requirements:

● Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements:

● Must be able to stand for the majority of an 8 hour shift

● Must be able to climb steps several times per day

● Must be able to walk through the plant several times per day

● Must be able to withstand exposure to changes in both temperature and humidity

Other Requirements:

● Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, supervisors and associates.

● Must be able to work well under pressure with the ability to meet deadlines.

● Must be able to recognize various types of defects.

● Must be able to perform tasks quickly and safely.

Equipment and Tools:

● Scissors

● Yarn Snips

● Utility Knife

● Rotary Cutter

● General mechanical tools (wrenches, sockets, etc)

● Recipricating saw

● Measuring Tape

● Computer

Safety and Security Requirements:

● Always wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for a task.

● Abide by and plant safety rules and regulations

● Know evacuation routes and gathering points

● Always be cautious of lift trucks traveling throughout the plants.

● Immediately report any and all quality, safety, or mechanical issues to the supervisor on duty.

● Follow all dress code guidelines.

● Keep all loose articles away from machinery.

● Practice general housekeeping and keep work areas clean.

● Always use proper lifting techniques.

● Report any injuries to your supervisor or nurse immediately.

● Keep all creel gates closed unless yarn is being set up or removed from the creel.

● Do not stand on the conveyer or lean against the creel gates.

● Do not throw yarn packages or tubes and do not drop heavy objects from the top creel.

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to out-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.