Utility (1st Shift)

New AHF Colors-Please Use this; Smoot (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AHF Products is hiring a Utility operator at our Smoot, WV sawmill. You will operate key sawmill equipment including Trim-saw, Edger, Gangsaw, Chipper, and Debarker to ensure efficient and safe processing of logs and lumber.

Reporting to the Mill Supervisor, you will perform setup/calibration, monitor equipment, and assist with inventory and finished lumber preparation. Willingness to work in a physically demanding, team-driven environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Background check, employment verification and drug screening required.
• Positive and verifiable work history.
• Previous sawmill experience.
• Experience operating sawmill equipment such as Trim-saw, Edger, Gangsaw, Chipper, and Debarker.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent time management to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor key sawmill equipment to ensure safe processing of logs and lumber.
• Assist setup, calibration, and adjustment of machinery to meet production specs.
• Perform routine checks on equipment and report issues to maintenance.
• Sort, stack, and transfer processed lumber to designated areas.
• Keep work areas clean and safe, comply with safety standards.
• Assist with inventory, labeling, and prep of finished lumber for shipment.
• Provide general labor across mill operations as needed.

Skills

Sawmill operation

Equipment maintenance

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Tools

Trim-saw

Edger

Gangsaw

Chipper

Debarker

Job description

AHF Products has a great career opportunity for a Utility operator located at our Sawmill in Smoot, WV. Reporting to the Mill Supervisor, you will be responsible for operating key sawmill equipment including the Trim-saw, Edger, Gangsaw, Chipper, and De-barker to ensure efficient and safe processing of logs and lumber.

JOB DUTIES:

Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Operate and monitor key sawmill equipment including the Trim-saw, Edger, Gangsaw, Chipper, and De-barker to ensure efficient and safe processing of logs and lumber.
• Assist in the setup, calibration, and adjustment of machinery to meet production specifications and optimize material yield.
• Perform routine checks on equipment to identify malfunctions or needed maintenance, and report issues to the maintenance team.
• Sort, stack, and transfer processed lumber to designated areas using material handling tools or equipment.
• Support continuous operation by clearing jams, removing waste material, and maintaining flow between stations.
• Monitor product quality during processing and remove or report defective material for reprocessing or disposal.
• Clean and maintain work areas and equipment, ensuring compliance with housekeeping and safety standards.
• Assist with inventory management, labeling, and preparation of finished lumber for shipment or storage.
• Provide general labor support across different mill operations as required by production demands.
• Perform any other work-related task deemed necessary by the mill management.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening.
• Positive and Verifiable Work History.
• P revious Sawmill experience.
• Experience operating Sawmill equipment such as Trim-saw, Edger, Gangsaw, Chipper, and De-barker.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequent Push, pull, carry and lift 20 - 50lbs.
• Frequent walking and sitting.
• Regular stretching, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, grasping and other such repetitive movements.
• Must be able to communicate, hear, comprehend, and write in English.
• Frequent exposure to dust.
• Exposure to noise environment requiring hearing protection.
• Must be able and willing to work in non-temperature-controlled environment, exposed to weather conditions.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Think analytically
• 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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