Lumber Grader

Job Summary

Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Grades and sorts of softwood SPF and SYP in accordance with third party TP / SPIB inspection requirements
• Moves and secures lumber products and other materials according to instructions
• Stacks finished products according to predetermine bundle sizes and/or customer requirements
• Labels material based on type, size and count, and following specifications
• Applies individual tags to material before/after treating/production
• Uses a staple gun and troubleshoots equipment
• Bands, bundles and secures material, including attaching corner protectors and loading sticks
• Follows instructions for stacking material properly and according to company policy and customer requirements
• Ensures correct quantities and material are strapped, labeled before leaving the work area
• Maintains accurate inventory of tags and reports any problems or discrepancies to supervisor
• Records production on production sheets
• Maintains a clean and organized work area
• Assist other work areas moving material, loading and unloading material carts
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is preferred but not required.
• Certification in lumber grading preferred, however non-certified graders will be considered if already in process of training and can be certified
• No minimum experience is required, but manufacturing or lumber experience is preferred
• 1-2 years of related experience in lumber grading is preferred
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Compensation & Benefit Information:    

Hourly/Salary Pay Range:  $20.00 - $22.00 an hour dependent on experience*    

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living    

Bonus/Incentive Pay:  

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses.  A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.    

Benefits currently offered to our employees:  

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges  
• Other supplemental benefits