MENDER-INSPECTOR

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Under the direction of the Industrial Engineer, inspects fabric for defects marked in previous inspection and determines whether corrections can be made to restore fabric to standard quality. Classifies fabric that cannot be restored to first quality as backing waste and notifies manager. Must be able to perform all the duties of the Weaver, Material Coordinator, and Lead Shipping as needed. Will perform other duties as assigned by management.

1. Obtain an identified defective roll of fabric, placing it on the loading table using a powered industrial truck.
1. Operates powered industrial truck and follows all rules and procedures.

1. 1. 1. Change propane tank on powered industrial equipment, when needed.
      2. Before using powered industrial truck complete “Pre-Shift Industrial Truck Inspections”, turn checklist in to supervisor office.

2. Performs fabric inspection based on documented acceptance criteria.
3. Observes fabric for defects such as broken picks, slubs, stripbacks, untucked selvages, etc. and repairs mendable defects. 
4. Alerts the shift Supervisor/Department Manager and manufacturing of any quality problems observed during inspection of rolls being ticketed or inspected.
5. Thread and use sewing machine and change needle in sewing machine.
6. Other required procedures: count picks per inch, measure width of fabric, and starting machine.
7. Records vital information on all rolls sent to the inspection table to enable follow-up.
8. Makes a 6th quality ticket and after determining fabric quality, records and makes a finished ticket using correct procedure.
9. After completing inspection, using a powered industrial truck transports roll of fabric from the inspection table to the strapping table. 
10. Remove excess tails using clippers and attach a finished ticket to the end disc.  The end disc is placed on the core and secured with a wire tie.
11. Distributes appropriate forms/papers.
12. Performs roll out checks on fabric.
13. Performs audits on looms and walk looms looking for defects as required.
14. Completes fabric audit report.
15. Performs yardage check audits on looms.
16. General Duties
1. Participate in Safety programs and Neighborhood Watch.
2. Works safely and orderly.
3. Notify supervision of any hazardous or unsafe conditions.
4. Maintains clean and orderly work area.
5. Perform all necessary miscellaneous work pertaining to the above job duties.
6. Any other duties assigned by management.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PREREQUISITES:

Mandatory – Must be able to read and write in manner indicated on job application. Three years of weaving experience.

Preferred – Five years of weaving experience, experience operating a powered industrial truck, basic computer skills to complete data entry tasks.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to work assigned schedule. Ability to learn job specific computer skills. Must have ability to obtain a powered industrial equipment license.  Ability to operate QA Table. Ability to legibly fill out forms/check sheets. Ability to accurately, honestly and consistently apply audit procedures.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Reports to Industrial Engineer but works with minimum amount of supervision.

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

Limited to personal activities required to perform duties of job.

• Must maintain high standards for work quality and safety.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to move from one task to another without direction.
• Must be able to work independently and continue working without interrupting others.
• Basic computer knowledge to enter data. 
• Ability to check and re-check the work of others considering accuracy, standards and learned best practices.

• Ability to safely operate weaving machines, including starting and stopping the machine, threading yarn breaks, tying knots, and general maintenance.
• Excellent documentation and recordkeeping skills are required.

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This job description supersedes all previous job descriptions for this position.

Approvals (as appropriate):

  Industrial Engineer                       Date                                          H. R. Manager                             Date                   

  Plant Manager                                Date                                         MPACT Coordinator                    Date                                                 

I have read and understand the Inspector-QA Table Job Description and will work safely while performing job duties.

      Print Employee Name                                 Employee Signature                                Date

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.