Job Title

Plant T1 Production & LTO Associates - 2nd & 3rd Shift

Position Overview

Shaw Industries is looking to hire and train associates who will play an important role in the manufacture of carpet tiles for a wide variety of commercial customers. In this role, associates will gain diverse work experience s and exposure to multiple areas of manufacturing. We’re looking for individuals who are ambitious, interested in learning various skills, and who are excellent problem solver s .

We are currently looking to fill 2 nd and 3 rd 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.

Below are the positions that you will be considered for when you apply to this job posting.

• Creeler – This production associate places spools onto holders (creels) to feed yarn into carpet manufacturing (tufting) machines. No experience is required .

• Creeler Operator – This production associate helps to relieve the carpet manufacturing (tufting) operator, mends yarn, and replaces empty spools of yarn. Some experience is helpful.

• Tufting Operator – This production associate runs the carpet manufacturing machines (tufting), ensures high quality carpet production , and ensures a safe work environment. No experience is required .

• Material Handler – This production and distribution associate will learn to operate various forklifts, lift trucks, and other material handling vehicles to move raw materials, carpet waste, yarn bales, boxes, and other products across the facility . No experience is required .

• Tile Cutting/Cut Order Associate – This production associate is responsible for overseeing the final inspection of carpet tiles before they are delivered to the customers . No experience is required .

  Qualifications

• Each role has different lifting, reach, and physical movement requirements. Typical requirements include the ability to bend, stoop, reach, pull, and push repetitively.

• May need to climb ladders and stairs depending on the position.

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 15lbs.

  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.

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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 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.

As we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), we might determine the need to postpone in-person interviews to ensure the health and safety of our associates, candidates, and the community. In this case, we can accommodate with a phone or video interview, and will schedule an in-person interview for a later date. The method by which you interview does not impact your standing as a candidate for this position.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is more than a flooring company – we are 22,000 people united in our vision of creating a better future for our customers, for our people, for our community and for our company. We provide carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf and other specialty items for residential and commercial markets worldwide. We meet diverse customer needs through an expansive portfolio of brands, including: Anderson Tuftex , COREtec , Patcraft , Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Floors, Shaw Hospitality, Shaw Sports Turf, Southwest Greens, USFloors and more.

Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway with nearly $6 billion in annual revenue and representation throughout the U.S., as well as in Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, France, Great Britain, India, Mexico, Scotland, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates. For more information about our company brands, operations and community involvement, visit www.shawinc.com .

If you need any additional assistance or accommodation or have questions, please contact us at shaw.recruiting@shawinc.com