Putty/Nester (3rd. Shift)

Ahf Products, LLC; West Plains (MO); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

AHF Products is seeking a Putty/Nester in West Plains, MO to fill defects in unfinished flooring and nest pieces in jigs. This hands-on role requires accuracy and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include mixing putty, inspecting pieces at each packaging stage, and moving materials safely. Strong reading of work instructions and good communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Safety procedures must be followed in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are required.
• Ability to read work instructions and labels.
• Effective communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Mix colored putties with water to achieve proper consistency.
• Inspect unfinished surfaces and remove defective pieces from the line.
• Fill defects with putty and place pieces into nesting jigs with correct layers.
• Inspect flooring pieces at each packaging stage.
• Remove unsatisfactory pieces and place on carts or return belts.
• Secure pieces in nesting jig using straps and follow safety rules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Organization

Ability to read instructions

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Manufacturing experience

Job description

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Putty/Nester to be located in West Plains, MO. The Putty/Nester fills defects in surfaces of unfinished flooring and places flooring pieces into nesting jigs.

JOB DUTIES:

• Mixes specified amounts of colored putties or patching compound with water to obtain workable consistency.
• Removes flooring pieces from roundtable, examining unfinished surface for defects.
• Fills defects, such as knothole's and wormholes with putty mixture, using putty knife and places puttied pieces and non-filled flooring pieces into nesting jig with correct number of layers.
• Inspects flooring pieces at each step of packaging process.
• Removes unsatisfactory pieces from production process and places pieces in carts or return belts.
• Secures flooring pieces in nesting jig using nylon or metal strapping.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of safety procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read work instructions and labels.
• Efficient communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently or as a team and follow instructions.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequently move and/or lift up to 10 lbs
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally push more than 100 lbs.
• Frequently walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping, and repetitive movements
• Continually work in noise, with levels up to 90 decibels
• Frequently work near moving mechanical parts
• Ability to frequently read and effectively communicate both by spoken and written words

MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Develop options and implement solutions
• Work with a team
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)
• Multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Work with a Sense of Urgency

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.

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