Utility; 1st Shift

Utility Operator – Sawmill, Norton, WV

This role reports to the Mill Supervisor and is responsible for operating key sawmill equipment, ensuring efficient and safe processing of logs and lumber at AHF Products.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K.

• Operate and monitor key sawmill equipment including the Trim‑saw, Edger, Gangsaw, Chipper, and De‑barker to ensure efficient and safe processing.
• 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.

• Must successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification, and drug screening.
• Positive and verifiable work history.
• Previous 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.

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

• Think analytically.
• Make decisions.
• Develop options and implement solutions.
• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 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.