Harvesting Forester: Lead Sustainable Timber Ops - Hybrid

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc.; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. is seeking a Harvesting Forester in Conway, AR to support tactical harvests and financial optimization of harvesting operations.

You will collaborate with the district forestry team to ensure safe, efficient, sustainable timber production and manage budgets, forecasts, and contract administration. The role requires a degree in Forestry or related field, 5+ years in land management, and strong knowledge of market-driven log and pulpwood demand, safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or closely related natural resource field (or equivalent experience).
• Graduate degree in Forestry or Business is preferred.
• Five+ years of progressive experience in land management, harvesting and forest operations administration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze long-term and annual harvest plans to optimize operability and revenue.
• Manage harvesting budgets, forecasts and field-level contract administration.
• Oversee contractor relationships and ensure compliance with environmental and company standards.
• Monitor safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance across harvesting operations.
• Collaborate with district forestry team to maximize timber value and revenue.

Skills

Forestry operations

GIS applications

Budgeting & cost control

Contractor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Forestry or related field

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

GIS

Forest inventory tools

Job description

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. is seeking a Harvesting Forester in Conway, AR to support tactical harvests and financial optimization of harvesting operations.

You will collaborate with the district forestry team to ensure safe, efficient, sustainable timber production and manage budgets, forecasts, and contract administration. The role requires a degree in Forestry or related field, 5+ years in land management, and strong knowledge of market-driven log and pulpwood demand, safety and