Tufting Lead

Job Summary:

The Tufting Creeler Lead will oversee and coordinate labor for the Tufting Department.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the efficient operation of the Tufting Department.
• Coordinate labor in the Tufting Department.
• Expedite orders in a smooth and orderly manner through the Tufting manufacturing processes.
• Verify manufacturing data on Tufting orders.
• Responsible for the daily assignment of labor in the Tufting Department.
• Responsible for the assignment of Tufting orders with guidance from the Tufting Supervisor.
• Direct the movement of setup crews to maximize Tufting efficiencies.
• Coordinate the priority list with the Tufting Scheduling Board.
• Participate in and audit J&J’s Safety Program.
• Responsible for daily shop order maintenance.
• Maintain continued involvement in departmental quality improvement.

Performance Expectations (if applicable):

• Standing is required approximately 3 hours per shift.
• Stooping is required approximately 20 times per shift for approximately 3 minutes each time.
• Bending is required approximately 20 times per shift to check carpet.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, pull, reach, handle, crouch, crawl, stoop, speak, hear, and write.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, lift, and kneel.
• Must have close vision, depth perception, and color perception.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Experience/Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three or more years of experience in a Tufting environment is required.
• Efficient use of Microsoft Office software.

Other Requirements:

• Strong leadership skills, independent thinking, and organizational/planning abilities are required.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• High energy level.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour shift, day or night, weekday or weekend, as scheduled.
• Must be able to work overtime.
• Safety equipment must be worn as required.
• Report to management any quality, safety, or potential problems encountered while performing the job.
• Responsible for the quality and safety of his/her own output.