MultiSite Sawmill Manager

AHF•Coalton, WV

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 3000 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!

Requirements

Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
Proven ability to improve operational performance and drive continuous improvement.
Thorough knowledge of sawmill operations, lumber manufacturing, and forestry procurement.
Strong understanding of budgeting, cost control, P&L management, and capital planning.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and manufacturing safety.
Strong communication, relationship-building, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Forestry, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in sawmill, wood products, or manufacturing operations.
Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience managing supervisors, managers, or multiple operational teams.
Experience with production planning, inventory management, purchasing, budgeting, capital planning, and continuous improvement.
Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and manufacturing safety practices.
Demonstrated success leading teams, improving operational efficiency, and achieving business objectives.
Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening
Positive and Verifiable Work History

Nice To Haves

Multi-site manufacturing or operations management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead operations at the Norton Sawmill and provide direction, coaching, and oversight to the Smoot Mill Manager.
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, quality, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
Drive production performance by optimizing safety, quality, efficiency, costs, inventory, and equipment utilization.
Develop and monitor production schedules to meet customer demand and business objectives.
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, managers, and hourly employees through performance management and succession planning.
Direct forestry procurement strategies, including log purchasing, pricing, supplier relationships, and inventory management.
Monitor key operational metrics, inventory, and production performance to identify improvement opportunities.
Manage pallet lumber sales and collaborate with internal teams to resolve quality and customer concerns.
Prepare and communicate production, operational, and financial reports.
Partner with Finance on budgets, forecasts, capital expenditures, and cost management.
Oversee purchasing activities and vendor relationships while ensuring compliance with company financial controls.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and company safety standards; lead incident investigations and corrective actions.
Partner with Human Resources on staffing, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and workforce development.
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Forestry, Sales, Finance, HR, and EHS to achieve company objectives.
Travel regularly between facilities and perform other duties as assigned.