Scanner Feeder (3rd. Shift)

AHF; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

AHF Products is seeking a Scanner Feeder in West Plains, MO to feed rough lumber into infeed chains/rollers for the scanner that captures images for automated knot saws. This 3rd shift position runs 9:00 pm to 5:30 am and requires attention to safety and precision in feeding lumber to maximize throughput.

Responsibilities include inspecting lumber, clearing jams, assisting with setup and operation of the scanner, and performing duties as directed by supervision.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to read work instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong safety awareness and compliance.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team; follow directions.
• Lock Out/Tag Out training required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect lumber from the scanner drag to determine feeding method for the infeed and scanners.
• Stop/reset the scanner to clear jams and adjust as needed.
• Remove strips or defective lumber from the drag and place in the bin.
• Assist machine operator in setting up the scanner and ensuring proper operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Job description

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Scanner Feeder in West Plains, MO. This position feeds rough lumber into infeed chains/rollers for the scanner that gets an image of the board to be cut by the automated knot saws.

Job Details

Description

SCANNER FEEDER

3rd. Shift 9:00 pm - 5:30 am

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K

Job Duties

• Inspects lumber from the scanner drag going to the scanner infeed to determine how to feed the product best to go through the scanner and automated knot saws.
• Stops/resets the scanner to help remove jammed pieces at infeed and resets or makes minor adjustments as needed.
• Removed strips or defective lumber from drag that won’t go through scanner and places into bin.
• Assists machine operator in setting up scanner, resetting errors, and proper running of the full board scanner.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude in identifying parts type, material, functionality and application.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read work instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Efficient communication and teamwork skills.
• Desire and ability to interact with and take feedback from production operators, supervisor and managers.
• Ability to work independently or as a team and follow instructions.
• Must complete and follow Lock Out/Tag Out training.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Regularly push, pull, carry, and lift 5 - 25lbs regularly and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Continually walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, crouching, twisting, reaching, grasping and repetitive movements.
• Regularly talk, hear, read, write.
• Regularly specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Continually work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Continually work near moving mechanical parts.
• Regularly hand-eye coordination at fast pace.
• Regularly climbs stairs to/from workstations.
• Continually work in moderate noise, up to 83 decibels.

Mental Demands

• Make decisions
• Develop options and implement solutions
• Work with a team
• Attention to detail
• Communicate effectively
• Multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Be alert and focused on task at hand
• Work with a Sense of Urgency

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.