Tufting | Reliability Technician D | 3rd Shift

Job Title Tufting | Reliability Technician D | 3rd Shift Position Overview POSITION OBJECTIVE:   Serve the Tufting/Warping Departments by operating the automated blade block sharpening equipment.  Maintain flow of blade block assemblies both to and from the Dalton area carpet facilities. Shift: Sunday - Thursday 11pm-7am Essential Duties: Understands the basics of equipment operations to support familiarization of facility and operations equipment, including regular maintenance activities  Execute general maintenance “GM” activities at the facility level such as repair needs in office areas, bathrooms, building and grounds, etc.   Execute routine, defined inspections or setups such as those activities for:  Safety & Environmental inspection and reporting  Collection and recording of key operational data such as utility meter readings  Repetitive parts changes, including those requiring precision measurement and part quality checks  Support Reliability Techs C-A in:  Job-site preparation and cleanup  Collection, delivery, and return of parts and tools  PIT Operation during work execution  Painting  Greasing/lubrication  Confined Space & Hot Work Watch  Delivery/Pickup of Blade Blocks to tufting facilities Drive box truck to pick up, load, and deliver blade blocks to tufting facilities Manually feed of trays into system  Manually remove trays from system  Transport tray carts from dock doors to storage, staging, and/or grinding location  Swap to new blades when they are flagged by the machine  Change grinding wheels  Change lubrication and filter  Perform preventative maintenance on grinding equipment and other auxiliary equipment Follow job procedures related to operating the blade block grinding station Ensure issue related to this are escalated appropriately. Follow all safety, LOTO, APM, or other related procedures. Keep area clean Put work orders into CMMS system as needed Submit process improvement ideas as needed Attend periodic departmental meetings as well as training that will foster continued job improvement Time management and planning to process blade blocks and deliver finished sets to plants in the Dalton area. Ensure quality of blade blocks as they exit the unit checking for: Sharpness Blade distance Tightness in block Damaged fasteners, blocks or blades Physical Requirements: Sit or stand intermittently for at least 8 to 12 hours Climb steps several times per day Walk through plant several times per day Withstand exposure to changes in both temperature and humidity Apply forces to tools necessary to accomplish the work Other Requirements Communicate to other employees both in speech and in writing Ensure the work environment is free of harassment and that employees feel free to express problems and concerns Assure compliance of all corporate policies Critical Knowledge and Skills: Drive the Box Truck Safety practices - LOTO, Confined Space, PPE, PIT, Fall Protection, Hoisting & Rigging and Hot Work  Calculator and Computer application – work order documentation, parts requisitioning  Measurement units  Basic math skills to include  Arithmetic  Conversion of measurement units  Ability to read, interpret, and make simple sketches  Basic understanding of tools and their proper uses   Precision alignment techniques for indirect coupled elements  Power transmission component types, terms, operation, and maintenance  Novice troubleshooting of mechanical systems (Basic Troubleshooting of those components technician is assigned to.)    Tools, Equipment & Material Requirements: Various wrenches, hammers & other hand tools Support equipment Gauge Parts Safety & Security Requirements: Abide by and enforce plant safety rules and regulations Know evacuation routes and gathering location Certifications / Licenses: Must have a valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for past 3 years. 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.