Profile Packaging Operator

AHF; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AHF Products in Cartersville, GA is seeking a Packaging Operator to safely package finished profile products, inspect quality, and keep the work area organized. You will operate packaging lines, verify labels, wrap, band, palletize, and ensure items ship in excellent condition.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow work instructions, basic math, and teamwork with production and quality teams. Experience with packaging equipment and forklift operations is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with extrusion, plastics, SPC flooring, or PVC compounding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Package finished profile products according to work instructions and customer specifications.
• Operate packaging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Verify labeling, wrapping, banding, corner protection, and palletizing of finished products.
• Complete MO transfers to the warehouse.
• Maintain clean, organized packaging areas.
• Record production quantities and packaging information.
• Report scrap and packaging issues according to company procedures.

Skills

Work instructions following

Math skills

Industrial processing equipment

Attention to detail

Safety around powders

Forklift experience

Teamwork & communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Packaging equipment handling

Job description

Position Summary:

The Packaging Operator is responsible for safely packaging finished profile products while ensuring they meet AHF Products' quality standards and customer specifications. This position supports efficient production by inspecting products, operating packaging equipment, maintaining accurate documentation, and keeping the work area clean and organized. Packaging Operators work closely with production, quality, and material handling teams to ensure products are packaged accurately and shipped in excellent condition.

JOB DUTIES:

Key Responsibilities

• Package finished profile products according to work instructions and customer specifications.
• Operate packaging equipment safely and efficiently.
• Verify proper labeling, wrapping, banding, corner protection, and palletizing of finished products.
• Complete MO transfers to the warehouse.
• Monitor packaging equipment for minor issues and notify supervision or maintenance when necessary.
• Ensure finished pallets are properly identified and ready for warehouse transport.
• Inspect finished products for defects, damage, color consistency, and packaging accuracy.
• Verify correct labels, product identification, and packaging materials are used.
• Report quality concerns immediately to the Production Technician or Supervisor.
• Help prevent damaged material from reaching customers.
• Follow all AHF safety policies and wear required PPE at all times.
• Operate equipment safely and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain clean and organized packaging areas throughout the shift.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and company housekeeping standards.
• Assist with product changeovers and packaging setup as needed.
• Supply packaging materials to workstations when required.
• Communicate production issues, shortages, or equipment concerns to the Production Technician or Supervisor.
• Work with team members to maintain production flow and minimize downtime.
• Complete required production and packaging paperwork accurately.
• Record production quantities and packaging information.
• Report scrap, damaged material, and packaging issues according to company procedures.
• Help maintain inventory accuracy for packaging materials.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in flooring Profiling plus.
• Experience with extrusion, plastics, SPC flooring, or PVC compounding strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to follow detailed work instructions, material formulations, and batch processes.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Experience operating industrial processing or grinding equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality control.
• Ability to work safely around powders, chemicals, and mechanical equipment.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and repetitive movement.
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including a respirator, for extended periods.
• Exposure to airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.
• Ability to work in high-noise environments.

Work Environment

This position operates in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to raw material powders, heavy machinery, and elevated noise levels. The facility is not climate-controlled and may experience hot temperatures in the summer and cold temperatures in the winter. Employees are expected to adhere to all safety and housekeeping standards.

AHF PRODUCTS

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

AHF Products is a leading hard surface flooring manufacturer in the USA with a family of trusted brands serving the residential and commercial hardwood, tile, and vinyl flooring markets. With decades of experience in award‑winning flooring design, product development, manufacturing, and service, we create quality flooring to last for generations through inspiring designs, innovation, and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service. Our residential flooring brands include Bruce®, Armstrong Flooring™, Hartco®, Robbins®, LM Flooring®, Capella®, HomerWood®, Hearthwood®, Raintree®, Autograph®, Emily Morrow Home®,tmbr®, Crossville®, and Crossville Studios®. Our commercial brands include Bruce Contract™, Hartco Contract™, AHF Contract®, Armstrong Flooring, Parterre®, Crossville® and Crossville Studios®. Headquartered in Mountville, Pennsylvania, with manufacturing operations across the United States and in Cambodia, AHF Products employs over 3,000 dedicated team members.