Utility (1st Shift)

About the Role

AHF Products has a career opportunity for a Utility Operator at our Sawmill in Smoot, WV. Reporting to the Mill Supervisor, you will operate key sawmill equipment to ensure efficient and safe processing of logs and lumber.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor key sawmill equipment including the Trim-saw, Edger, Gangsaw, Chipper, and De-barker.
• 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.

Requirements

• Must be able to 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.

Physical Demands

• Frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting 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 noisy environment requiring hearing protection.
• Must be able and willing to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment, exposed to weather conditions.

Mental Demands

• 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.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K