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Packaging Operator

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.
Ringgold, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
Job Title
Packaging Operator
Position Overview
Shaw Industries is seeking a Packaging Operator for 0 Shift (Monday–Friday, 8:00 PM–8:00 AM). This role supports the Calender Department and Packaging Area by handling raw materials and work-in-process (WIP), operating calendering and packaging equipment, and safely operating a lift truck.
Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a leader in flooring and other surface solutions designed for residential housing, commercial spaces and outdoor environments. Leveraging strengths in design, innovation and operational excellence, the company takes a people-centered, customer-focused, and growth-minded approach to meet diverse market needs. It creates differentiated customer experiences through its expansive portfolio of brands: Anderson Tuftex, COREtec, Shaw Floors, Patcraft, Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Sports Turf, Shawgrass, Southwest Greens, Watershed Geo and more.

Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. with more than
$6 billion in annual sales and 18,000 associates worldwide.
Responsibilities:
  • Per Shop Floor System, maintain production lines with the correct materials
  • Operate and troubleshoots packaging equipment
  • Move work in progress (WIP) to the appropriate bin space while accurately tracking this data
  • Assist Calender Techs with operation of Calendering equipment and Quality Tools
  • Complete the powered industrial truck (PIT) safety check sheet
  • Change out the lift truck battery as needed
  • Perform quality checks and reports on materials as directed.
  • Assist in inventory cycle counts when needed
  • Removed Calender rolls from winder cradle with pole truck
  • Wrap, strap and ticket calender rolls for storage
  • Operate and maintain all packaging equipment
  • Assess and maintain sufficient inventory of packaging consumables in work station
  • Work normally scheduled days adhering to starting and stopping times. Work overtime as required.
Qualifications Requirements:
  • Must be able to safely operate a lift truck both loaded and unloaded
  • Must be able to safely operate the battery changing station equipment.
  • Must possess good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
  • Must be familiar with or willing to learn current computer systems and software.
  • Must be able to work without close supervision.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively with all levels of associates.
  • Demonstrated ability to make timely decisions.
  • Must be able to get on and off a lift truck up to 100 times per day.
  • Must meet minimal Shaw vision testing requirements including color blindness
  • Must be able to tolerate changes in temperature and humidity
  • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
  • Capable of head, neck and body rotation for full visibility of surroundings.
  • Must be able to occasionally climb stairs to operate equipment
  • Must have basic reading & writing skills in order to read & comprehend shipping documents, product numbers and bin / storage locations.
  • Must successfully complete the written, “hands on” powered industrial truck driving test
  • Must be able to perform basic mathematical tasks.

Preferred Skills:
  • Prior experience with powered industrial trucks with an exemplary safety record
  • Experience with continuous manufacturing processes.
Shaw Employee Benefits Include:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Shaw Family Health and Dental Centers*
  • Behavioral and Mental Health Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Bereavement and Holiday Pay
  • Paid Parental Leave and Leave of Absence Pay
  • Employee Discounts
  • Wellness Incentive Program
  • Career Development & Education Assistance
  • 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Disability & Life Insurance
  • Financial and Retirement Planning
  • Medical & Social Security Assistance
  • And more.

Work Shift
12 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in 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.

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