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Pellet Mill / Systems Operator - 3rd Shift

Laurinburg, North Carolina, United States · On-site

Mid level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and…

Skills: Systems Operation, Quality Control, Equipment Maintenance, Safety Protocol Compliance, Process Monitoring

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Packaging Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Jessup, Maryland, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Machine Operation, Baler Operation, Forklift Operation, Shipping and Receiving, Quality Assurance

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National Account Manager, Midwest (Sales)

Pella, Iowa, United States · On-site

Senior

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 350+ employees and…

Skills: Sales Growth, Account Management, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, P&L Management

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Regional Sales Representative - Columbia, MD

Columbia, Maryland, United States · On-site

$90k–$105k/yr

Senior

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 350+ employees and…

Skills: Sales Management, Business Development, CRM Proficiency, P&L Management, Negotiation

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Regional Sales Representative - Northern California

Olivehurst, California, United States · Hybrid

$90k–$105k/yr

Senior

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple retailers as well as pet, agricultural, and industrial markets. AWF is comprised of 380+ employees and holds…

Skills: Sales Management, Business Planning, CRM Proficiency, Market Analysis, Account Management

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Shavings Operator-1st Shift

Marshall, Texas, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Heavy Equipment Operation, Articulated Wheel Loader Operation, Knuckle Boom Operation, Skid Steer Operation, Equipment Maintenance

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Packaging (Paper System) Operator - 1st Shift

Lebanon, Kentucky, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and…

Skills: Machine Operation, Quality Testing, Forklift Operation, Preventative Maintenance, Safety Compliance

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Packaging Machine Operator (Baler Operator) -1st Shift

Lebanon, Kentucky, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Baler Operation, Forklift Operation, Front End Loader Operation, Skid Steer Operation, Material Handling

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Packaging Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Circleville, Ohio, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Baler Operation, Forklift Operation, Shipping Documentation, Quality Assurance, Product Inspection

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Operations Manager

Circleville, Ohio, United States · On-site

Senior

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Operations Management, Manufacturing Operations, Budgeting, Expense Management, Safety Compliance

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Packaging Machine Operator (Baler Operator) - 1st Shift

Marshall, Texas, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Baler Operation, Front End Loader Operation, Skid Steer Operation, Forklift Operation, Material Handling

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Millwright/Industrial Maintenance Tech - 2nd Shift

Jessup, Maryland, United States · On-site

$26/hr–$37/hr

Mid level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and…

Skills: Industrial Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance, Low Voltage Electrical, VFDs

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Packaging Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Jessup, Maryland, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Machine Operation, Baler Operation, Forklift Operation, Shipping Documentation, Quality Assurance

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Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd Shift

Circleville, Ohio, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and…

Skills: Heavy Equipment Operation, Loader Operation, Skid Steer Operation, Yard Truck Operation, Shipping And Receiving

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Packaging Machine Operator (Baler Operator) -3rd Shift

Lebanon, Kentucky, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Baler Operation, Forklift Operation, Front End Loader Operation, Skid Steer Operation, Material Handling

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Packaging Machine Operator (Baler Operator) -3rd Shift

Lebanon, Kentucky, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Baler Operation, Forklift Operation, Front End Loader Operation, Skid Steer Operation, Material Handling

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Packaging Machine Operator (Baler Operator) -1st Shift

Lebanon, Kentucky, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Baler Operation, Forklift Operation, Front End Loader Operation, Skid Steer Operation, Material Handling

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Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Schofield, Wisconsin, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 400+ employees and…

Skills: Forklift Operation, Shipping and Receiving, Quality Assurance, Loading/Unloading, Safety Compliance

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Regional CDL Truck Driver - 2nd Shift

Schofield, Wisconsin, United States · On-site

Entry level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and…

Skills: CDL Class A, Heavy Tractor Trailer Driving, Drop and Hook, ELD Logging, Vehicle Inspection

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Millwright / Industrial Maintenance Technician –3rd Shift

Schofield, Wisconsin, United States · On-site

Mid level

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and…

Skills: Industrial Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance, PLC Troubleshooting, Hydraulics

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Pellet Mill / Systems Operator - 3rd Shift

American Wood Fibers, Inc.

Laurinburg, North Carolina, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • 401(k) Matching, Dental Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount, Flexible Spending Account, Health Insurance
  • Posted 4d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The operator is responsible for setting up and adjusting machines within a computer-controlled manufacturing system to ensure production and quality standards. Key duties include monitoring instruments, recording operating data, and conducting quality control tests.

Requirements

Candidates must have 1-3 years of operating experience and the ability to lift 25-50 lbs regularly. The role requires the ability to work in extreme weather, high-dust environments, and adhere to a tobacco-free workplace policy.

Full job description

American Wood Fibers (AWF) is a manufacturer of both consumer and industrial products that are sold to multiple manufacturers as well as pet, agricultural, and home-heating markets. AWF is comprised of 450+ employees and holds operations at 11 locations, generating over $100M in annual sales revenue. We are currently seeking a candidate for the 3rd Shift Pellet Mill / Systems Operator role in our Laurinburg, NC facility.

JOB SUMMARY

The Systems Operator will operate, set up, and adjust all machines and equipment in a computer-controlled manufacturing system.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

SYSTEMS OPERATIONS

  • Perform a variety of associated functions to maintain continuous operation of the system and to ensure conformance to production and quality standards
  • Monitor instruments to ensure proper production conditions
  • Regulate or shut down equipment during emergency situations, as directed by supervisory personnel
  • Draw samples of products and conduct quality control tests to monitor processing and to ensure that standards are met
  • Record operating data such as process conditions, test results, or instrument readings
  • Confer with technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency, or product quality

QUALITY

  • Maintain and verify that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to supervisors, production employees, office personnel, and customers.
  • Assist in the implementation of new procedures as needed

SAFETY

  • Operate equipment as per the SOP, following directions as provided
  • Keep work area clean and organized
  • Utilize all of the required PPE as required by the task being performed. This is a HIGH DUST environment and the equipment must be properly maintained while in operation
  • Help keep others safe in the workplace by looking out for them and participating in safety-related improvements
  • Follow the safety protocols for the use of mobile equipment
  • Report any accident, injury, and/or damages to Supervisor immediately

OTHER ACTIVITIES

  • Available to work on any assigned shift including scheduled overtime
  • Establish personal growth and work with fellow employees towards continuous improvement and teamwork

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to lift 25-50lbs regularly
  • Ability to respond quickly to sounds
  • Ability to move safety over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
  • Ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
  • Ability to work in extreme weather
  • Ability to wear personal protective gear correctly

QUALIFICATIONS

1-3 years of Operating Experience

BENEFITS

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

SCHEDULE

  • Sunday - Friday 
  • Weekend availability

WORK SETTING

  • In-person
  • Outdoor work
  • Warehouse

For consideration…

Due to the nature of our business, American Wood Fibers requires a tobacco and smoke-free environment. We offer a competitive package to include health, dental, vision and life insurance, plus profit bonus, paid time off and matching 401(k). If interested please apply at: https://awf.jotform.com/232075762423050. For more company information, please visit our web site www.awf.com AWF is an EEO employer.

Corporate Office

9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Ste. 500

Columbia, MD 21046

800-624-9663 / 410-290-8700

Fax 410-290-6660

Other Locations

Jessup, MD / Schofield, WI / Pella, IA / Lebanon, KY / Clarks, NE / Marysville, CA / Marshall, TX / Circleville, OH / Marion, VA / Jamestown, CA / Laurinburg, NC

Visit us at: www.awf.com


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About American Wood Fibers, Inc.

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A Leader in Sustainable Forestry Products for Generations

Industry
Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1966
Headquarters
Columbia, Maryland
LinkedIn followers
1,610

As the leading producer of wood shavings and wood flour in the nation, American Wood Fibers, Inc. (AWF) is dedicated to satisfying the demand for top-tier, cost-efficient fillers and extenders across a wide range of industrial applications. Additionally, we proudly hold the distinction of being the largest manufacturer and supplier of pet and equine bedding, delivering directly to retailers. Our unwavering commitment extends to promoting environmental responsibility through comprehensive waste utilization in our forestry products, the utilization of recyclable materials in our packaging, and the development of eco-friendly product innovations. We provide best-in-class solutions for: Horse or Large Animal Bedding: With national availability and a strict raw material selection, processing and bagging process, AWF can provide product solutions from shavings to pellets. Wood Flour: AWF manufactures many different grades of wood flour for a wide array of applications. Small Pet Bedding: AWF offers wood and paper products that provide a natural solution to keep small animals dry and comfortable. Products are made to spec, including branded and private label programs. Wood Pellets: From grilling to wood fuel, AWF's all-natural pellets are an efficient and environmentally friendly solution. For more than four decades, American Wood Fibers, Inc. has also been a trusted name in freight transportation. In 2006, we established AWF Express, LLC as a subsidiary dedicated to the trucking industry. With a workforce of over 400 dedicated team members spread across our 11 locations throughout the United States, we recognize that our ongoing success hinges on the skill, ingenuity, and drive of each member of our team. We invite you to join our team today and become a part of our thriving community

Offices: 9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 500, Columbia, Maryland 21046, US · 100 Alderson St, Schofield, Wisconsin 54476, US · 417 South St, Pella, Iowa 50219, US · 514 Lee Hwy, Abingdon, Virginia 24210, US · 8245 Dorsey Run Rd, Jessup, Maryland 20794, US

Organic soilTransportationWood FlourGrilling and Fuel PelletsSmall Pet BeddingRaw Materialand Private LabelTransportationPaper ManufacturingManufacturing
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About American Wood Fibers, Inc.

LinkedInVisit site

A Leader in Sustainable Forestry Products for Generations

Industry
Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1966
Headquarters
Columbia, Maryland
LinkedIn followers
1,610

As the leading producer of wood shavings and wood flour in the nation, American Wood Fibers, Inc. (AWF) is dedicated to satisfying the demand for top-tier, cost-efficient fillers and extenders across a wide range of industrial applications. Additionally, we proudly hold the distinction of being the largest manufacturer and supplier of pet and equine bedding, delivering directly to retailers. Our unwavering commitment extends to promoting environmental responsibility through comprehensive waste utilization in our forestry products, the utilization of recyclable materials in our packaging, and the development of eco-friendly product innovations. We provide best-in-class solutions for: Horse or Large Animal Bedding: With national availability and a strict raw material selection, processing and bagging process, AWF can provide product solutions from shavings to pellets. Wood Flour: AWF manufactures many different grades of wood flour for a wide array of applications. Small Pet Bedding: AWF offers wood and paper products that provide a natural solution to keep small animals dry and comfortable. Products are made to spec, including branded and private label programs. Wood Pellets: From grilling to wood fuel, AWF's all-natural pellets are an efficient and environmentally friendly solution. For more than four decades, American Wood Fibers, Inc. has also been a trusted name in freight transportation. In 2006, we established AWF Express, LLC as a subsidiary dedicated to the trucking industry. With a workforce of over 400 dedicated team members spread across our 11 locations throughout the United States, we recognize that our ongoing success hinges on the skill, ingenuity, and drive of each member of our team. We invite you to join our team today and become a part of our thriving community

Offices: 9740 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 500, Columbia, Maryland 21046, US · 100 Alderson St, Schofield, Wisconsin 54476, US · 417 South St, Pella, Iowa 50219, US · 514 Lee Hwy, Abingdon, Virginia 24210, US · 8245 Dorsey Run Rd, Jessup, Maryland 20794, US

Organic soilTransportationWood FlourGrilling and Fuel PelletsSmall Pet BeddingRaw Materialand Private LabelTransportationPaper ManufacturingManufacturing
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