Certified Grader

Collins co; Oregon, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins, a family-owned lumber company, seeks a Certified Lumber Grader to apply WWPA grading rules and identify lumber grades. You will ensure accuracy and safety while supporting quality control across operations in Oregon.

The role requires maintaining at least one grading certification, staying current with market values, and collaborating with inspectors and supervisors. On-site attendance and periodic travel for training are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one grading certification.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• On-site attendance is required and travel may be needed for training.

Responsibilities

• Comply with safety standards at all times.
• Assign grades per WWPA and company guidelines.
• Maintain a grading accuracy of 95 percent across products.
• Coordinate with WWPA inspectors, Dry End Supervisor, and Quality Control Coordinator.
• Stay up to date on lumber markets and product values.
• Mark lumber to maximize value and verify stamp legibility.

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Safety procedures

Grading accuracy

WWPA knowledge

Job description

Fremont
1600 Missouri Avenue
Lakeview, OR 97630, USA

Fremont
1600 Missouri Avenue
Lakeview, OR 97630, USA

At Collins, we are committed to building a better world. As a family-owned company founded in 1855, this begins with our commitment to land and resource stewardship on our 370 thousand acres of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified forest lands. With operations in California, Oregon, and Pennsylvania, we manufacture softwood and hardwood lumber, particleboard, and hardboard siding.

Position Summary:

The Certified Lumber Grader holds grading certification(s) and applies the requisite grading rules of the Western Wood Products Association (WWPA) to identify grades of lumber.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Comply with safety standards at all times and correct/report any observed safety hazards.
• Assign grades in a manner that is consistent with the guidelines established by the company and the WWPA.
• Maintain a grading accuracy of 95 percent in all products.
• Communicate with and learn from other certified lumber graders and the Dry End Supervisor, Quality Control Coordinator, and WWPA inspectors for continued education.
• Remain up to date on current lumber markets and product values.
• Mark lumber for trimming to obtain the highest marketable value from the material and verify stamp legibility.
• Report any planer manufacturing defects immediately to department supervisor.
• Cooperate with the inspection of completed units to ensure accuracy and profitability.
• Assist in the successful development of uncertified graders.
• Perform additional duties as required by supervisor.
• On-site attendance is essential to effectively perform the listed duties and responsibilities.
• Periodic travel may be required for training or product inspections.

Position Requirements: Must meet position requirements to be considered a candidate for this position.

• Possess and maintain at least one grading certification. The National Grading Rules (NGR) Certificate F, “All NGR Grades;” Certificate C, “Commons;” and Certificate A, “Shop” are preferred.
• Ability to follow all company, state and federal safety rules when performing required job duties.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screening.

Environmental Conditions:

May be exposed to dust, noise, trip hazards, and extreme temperatures.

Required Personal Protective Equipment:

Individuals must be willing to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times. Positions may require additional PPE at specific times. Examples of PPE which may be required include high visibility garments, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, a hard hat, foot protection, and a face shield.

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