Loader Operator (1st Shift)

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

SHIFT: Day Shift

LOCATION: 1644 Buckhannon Pike Coalton, WV 26257

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Log Loader/Lumber Forklift Operator to be located in Norton, WV. Reporting to the Mill Supervisor, the Loader Operator is responsible for handling logs in the lumber yard and operating machinery as needed.

JOB DUTIES:

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

• Load flatbed lumber trailers.


• Unload and move lumber carts.


• Sort and stack logs with a wheel loader.


• Sort and stack lumber packs with a wheel loader or lumber lift.


• Organize lumber yard and track loads coming off chain.


• 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. 


• Previous experience in the wood manufacturing sector.


• Log loader or lumber forklift experience.


• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks when needed.


• 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.

• 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.

• Work with a team.


• Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA).


• Attention to detail.


• Communicate effectively.


• 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.