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Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader dedicated to rethinking how spaces work for people and the planet. Our portfolio includes Interface carpet tile and LVT, nora rubber flooring, and FLOR premium area rugs. Across every brand, we innovate in a way that combines design, performance, and sustainability-without compromise. Trusted by architects, designers, and building professionals worldwide, we help bring bold visions to life with solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. Building on more than 30 years of sustainability progress and industryfirst innovation, we remain 'all in' on our goal of becoming carbon negative by 2040, without the use of offsets.
Position summary:The responsibility of the Tufting Technician is to changeover, set up, and operateany Tufting Machineand to load and unload Tufting Machinewith the goal of first quality carpet manufacture.
Educational requirements:
Skills and experience:
Two Years Tufting experience with Interface preferred Basic mathematical skills required Demonstrated Leadership skills preferred Good communication skills, verbal and written Must have normal color vision or average to above-average shade discernment Interface White Belt and 6S Training preferred Basic Computer Skills
Essential duties:
Consult withTeam Leader for run priority Check run schedule for any special instructions Conduct style changes and weight checks on all Tufting machines and set to the proper specifications Compare all new runs to the Standard Master for Run Approval Approve all quality for each Tufted order Check current roll for anything unusual (lines, pattern, shade). Check for crossed ends and correct Assist in all change overs to minimize downtime Rethread the machine in the case of ends out or crossed ends Load and Unload creels for each order, as needed Inspect face and back of all the carpet as it comes out of the Tufting machines and identify defects Attempt to mend all runs and holes in carpet (using the appropriate mending yarn and gun provided), Continuously monitor rolls for first quality Alert the Fixer for any mechanical issues and defects that require mechanical repair Minimize carpet pileup before rollup in order to minimize stretch Doff the rolls of carpet after they reach the specified length and label Assist with all backing changes made during the shift Cut master for each new style Check all items listed above on that machine before starting Develop a working knowledge of machine in order to correct any off quality carpet Maintain a place for scrap yarn and carpet to be kept for later recycling Maximize recycling of all recyclable materials and minimize waste Assist in giving breaks to other Operators to minimize machine downtime by watching and operating their machines while they are on break Assist others in general Deposit all yarn and carpet scraps into a specific container for later recycling Perform 6S audits and assignments Comply with safety rules Comply with environmental regulations Be aware of departmental Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Ensure ISO procedures are followed. Understand and support Interface commitment to sustainability. Perform other duties as assigned Maintain Housekeeping
Physical demands:
Standing - 90% of shift Walking up and down stairs Considerable standing OccasionalPushing & Pulling wheeledcart withup to 360 lbs load Occasional lifting of up to 25lbs Occasional 12 hour shifts. Occasionalchanging of primary backing rolls
Work environment:
Non-climate controlled manufacturing environment #LI-AS1 #On-site Learn more about Interface (NASDAQ: TILE) and our brands at interface.com and FLOR.com. Join us onFacebook,Instagram,LinkedIn,andPinterest.
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Interface Americas, Inc
Apr 08, 2026