Do you want to be part of creating beauty that lasts for generations? Are you seeking a company that values Transparency, Ownership, Unity, Grit & Hustle? Do you crave being part of a TOUGH winning team in a growth-oriented environment?

AHF Products is a leader in innovative flooring products and solutions with a family of strong brands serving the residential and commercial markets. With decades of experience in award-winning wood flooring design, innovation, product development, manufacturing, and service, we improve the quality of people’s lives through great products and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service. We are headquartered in Mountville, Pennsylvania with a global manufacturing footprint employing over 2250 people worldwide.

We believe that business is personal. With a deep-rooted belief in the power of teamwork and trust, we consider our staff, customers, and suppliers as true partners. We pledge to deliver reliable, consistent, and best-in-class products, services, and support. We look for people who aren’t afraid to act on ideas, commit the courage to drive successful outcomes and have fun along the way. If these ideals appeal to you, you are going to want to join our team

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Inspect and grade rough sawn lumber by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

• Examine lumber on a moving chain conveyor to determine grade, species, and surface measurement of each board then place a value on the board.
• Enters grade and species of each piece of lumber into grading system at a production pace.
• Confirms package tickets for proper amounts.
• Reports production issues to supervisor.
• Ensure inspection slip is maintained in optimum working order by performing routine maintenance and repairs.
• Informs supervisor of any repairs needed beyond the scope of normal routine.
• Oversee activities of slip crew employees.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have ability to pass Corporate test of Math, Definitions, and Lumber Inspection.
• Must possess sufficient reading, writing, and math skills to compute and generate required reports.
• Knowledge of computer spreadsheet software helpful.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• The ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Good hand-eye coordination desirable.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) Inspector certification of Lumber Grading Short Course and four years experience. Approved company training and experience may be substituted for formal education/certification.
• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening.
• Positive and Verifiable Work History.

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 up to 25lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Walking, standing, stretching, bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, reaching, grasping and repetitive movements.
• Talk, hear, read, write.
• Must be able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Work near moving mechanical parts.
• Must be able to work in moderate noise, up to 83 decibels.
• Climbs stairs to/from workstations.

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
• 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
• Be alert and focused on task at hand
• Multitask in a fast-paced environment
• 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.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.