Grader

Weyerhaeuser; Grifton (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser in Grifton, NC is seeking a Grader to operate and monitor the Lucidyne and related equipment in the Planer Mill. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and strong work ethic, with responsibilities to maintain product specs and assist with certification processes.

Schedule is Monday to Friday 4:30-4:30 with day/night rotation and some weekends; candidates must be self-starters, able to perform basic math and computer tasks, and work well with supervisors and team members in a

Qualifications

• MUST be committed to safety and have a positive attitude and excellent work ethic.
• Self-starter with ability to work without direct supervision.
• Able to perform basic math and basic computer skills.
• Willingness to work a rotating shift: Monday–Friday 4:30–4:30, alternating day/night, some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Clean, calibrate, align and perform minor maintenance on Lucidyne and other value-related equipment in the Planer Mill.
• Maintain safe work environment and culture.
• Ensure high-value product specifications are met and manage lumber quality on the Dry Side (Planer Mill).
• Learn to grade 2" dimensional lumber and pass SPIB certification process.
• Monitor auto grading system and verify quality; adjust or troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Operate equipment and perform other duties as required.
• Maintain a clean workstation and exhibit good safety and attendance records.

Skills

Safety mindset

Strong work ethic

Team player

Good communication

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Rotating shift

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Tools

Lucidyne equipment

Moisture meter

Planer mill grading systems

Job description

Weyerhaeuser has a Grader position available at our lumber manufacturing facility in Grifton, NC. The incumbent MUST be committed to safety, have a positive attitude and excellent work ethic.

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday 4:30-4:30 alternating day and night shift
• Some weekends as needed

Key Functions:

• Clean, calibrate, align and perform minor maintenance on the Lucidyne and other value related equipment in the Planer Mill
• Responsible for working in and creating a safe environment and culture
• Ensures specifications of high value products are met and manages overall lumber quality on the Dry Side (Planer Mill)
• Learn to grade 2\" dimensional lumber and pass SPIB certification process
• Hand grade reentry lumber and watch lumber to verify Lucidyne accuracy on the line
• Monitors the auto grading system and performs spot check for quality issues
• Monitors performance of moisture meter, stamping, and grading systems, and makes adjustments or performs basic maintenance as needed on all value adding equipment in the Planer department (i.e. cleans, calibrates/aligns, and troubleshoots problems)
• Other duties as required including but not limited to operating equipment

• Self-starter with the ability to work without direct supervision, as necessary.
• Able to perform basic math and basic computer skills
• A sense of urgency in terms of maximizing production and minimizing downtime is necessary in this type of manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work closely with supervisors and others, being a team player/leader
• Good communication skills and demonstrate positive attitude.
• Maintain a clean workstation.
• Exhibit good performance, safety and attendance records.
• Tasks performed involve work with equipment and material that require familiarity with formal safety procedures and the following of these procedures in order to maintain the safety of the work environment.
• Candidates must be willing and able to interpret and apply verbal and/or written instructions pertaining to job.
• Willing and able to work a rotating shift: Monday-Friday 4:30-4:30 alternating day and night shift, some weekends as needed.

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About Weyerhaeuser

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.

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