Prior tufting machine experience is desirable but not required to be considered for this position. The company is located in Norcross, GA.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Machine Operator to join our production team in our Norcross, GA facility. You will be responsible for the efficient, safe, and quality-focused operation of tufting machines — from setup and threading through roll doffing and minor repairs — ensuring every order meets our specifications before it leaves the floor.

Preferred Experience:

Minimum 2 years of experience operating production machinery. While specific tufting experience is a plus, we will fully train candidates with a strong background in operating other manufacturing machinery, such as:

• Molding & Extrusion: Injection molding presses, extruders, blow molders, or stamping/compression presses.
• Continuous Feed & Web Handling: Industrial sewing/quilting machines, slitter/rewinders, laminators, or high-speed printing presses.
• High-Speed Assembly: Automated packaging, form-fill-seal, or high-speed sorting equipment.
• Spool/Creel Operations: Wire stranding, braiding, or textile weaving/knitting machinery.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

Operate tufting machines efficiently, continuously checking the face of product for quality defects and getting defects corrected

Thread needles and replace blades as needed throughout the production run

Load and unload blade blocks

Assist with primary backing changes

Help mend the carpet using mending gun

Diagnose and repair minor machine malfunctions to minimize downtime

Meet all production, quality, and safety targets set by management

What You Bring

Excellent and consistent attendance record

Strong commitment to safety rules and safe work practices

Ability to maintain an orderly, clean work environment

Clear communication skills and ability to work well with others

Basic computer skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Other Requirements

Overtime is required on occasion.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person