Overhead Crane & Extrusion Support Specialist

AHF; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AHF Products in Cartersville, GA is seeking an Extrusion Utility to operate overhead cranes, stage rolls, and support extrusion lines for continuous production. You will perform pre-use inspections, assist operators, and maintain clean staging areas.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and willingness to learn with opportunities to advance to Operator and contribute to reducing downtime. Join a manufacturing environment with exposure to heavy machinery and noise, offering stability and a path

Qualifications

• Minimum education of High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with extrusion, plastics, SPC flooring, or PVC compounding strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate overhead crane to transport, stage, and load rolls.
• Ensure lines have active and backup rolls staged at all times.
• Leave lines properly staged with wear and print rolls for next shift.
• Perform pre-use inspections of crane and rigging equipment; report defects.
• Follow crane safety procedures and load control guidelines.
• Assist extrusion operators with cleaning, troubleshooting, and defect checks.
• Maintain clean and organized staging areas and support downtime reduction.
• Learn extrusion processes and prepare for advancement to Operator.

Skills

Safety-first mindset

Follow detailed work instructions

Attention to detail

Situational awareness

Teamwork and communication

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1-3 years manufacturing experience

Experience with extrusion, plastics, SPC flooring, or PVC compounding

Tools

Overhead crane

Rigging equipment

Industrial processing equipment

Job description

AHF Products in Cartersville, GA is seeking an Extrusion Utility to operate overhead cranes, stage rolls, and support extrusion lines for continuous production. You will perform pre-use inspections, assist operators, and maintain clean staging areas.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and willingness to learn with opportunities to advance to Operator and contribute to reducing downtime. Join a manufacturing environment with exposure to heavy machinery and noise, offering stability and a path