Log Scaler

Interfor; Belk (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefit Programs (Employee Med,…

HSA Medical Plan

401(k) Matching Plan

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development Opportunities

Instant access to wages ahead of pay

Job summary

Interfor is seeking a Log Scaler in Fayette, Alabama to accurately measure and evaluate incoming logs, ensuring quality and inventory control. The role requires safety orientation, attention to detail, and adherence to SOPs, with a pay range of $20.76–$25.13 per hour depending on skill and experience.

The successful candidate will process log trucks, grade loads, maintain documentation, and collaborate with sawmill operations and procurement teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/Equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, including Windows, Outlook and Excel.
• Working knowledgeof log quality characteristics and their impact on lumber production.
• Understanding of lumber manufacturing principles and processes.
• Strongverbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver unfavorable information in a professional and constructive manner.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process all incoming log trucks and by-product shipments in accordance with sawmill SOPs.
• Inspect, scale, and grade log loads using established guidelines, ensuring precise documentation of scaling and grading activities.
• Maintain consistent attention to detail when identifying log quality issues and variances.
• Communicate log quality and scaling concerns clearly and professionally with sawmill operations, procurement foresters, and regional procurement managers.
• Follow all SOPs related to overweight loads, load spreading, and load rejection.
• Support log procurement and sawmill operations through accurate data collection and participation in process improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and maintain daily log receipt and by-product shipment reports.
• Test, grade, and record Chip Quality Data as required by location.
• Conduct weekly inventory reconciliation.
• Verify lumber shipments and supporting documentation for accuracy when applicable.
• Maintain clean scalehouse, scales, and manage scaling supplies.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts on scales.
• Perform any other duties as deemed necessary including data collection, training, and report production.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Log quality knowledge

Lumber manufacturing principles

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

Log Scaler, Fayette, Alabama

At Interfor, we're more than a lumber company. We're helping build the homes, businesses, schools, and communities that people rely on every day. As a Log Scaler in Fayette, Alabama, you'll play a key role in our timber operations by accurately measuring and evaluating incoming logs to ensure quality standards are met and inventory is properly tracked. The successful candidate will be safety-oriented and detail-focused with a strong commitment to accuracy, consistency, and following established procedures.

The pay range for this position is from $20.76 per hour to $25.13 per hour depending on skill level and experience.

What You’ll Do

• Accurately process all incoming log trucks and by-product shipments in accordance with sawmill Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• Inspect, scale, and grade log loads using established guidelines, ensuring precise documentation of all scaling and grading activities.
• Maintain consistent attention to detail when identifying log quality issues and variances.
• Communicate log quality and scaling concerns clearly and professionally with sawmill operations, procurement foresters, and regional procurement managers.
• Follow all SOP’s related to overweight loads, load spreading, and load rejection.
• Support log procurement and sawmill operations through accurate data collection and participation in process improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and maintain daily log receipt and by-product shipment reports.
• Test, grade, and record Chip Quality Data as required by location.
• Conduct weekly inventory reconciliation.
• Verify lumber shipments and supporting documentation for accuracy when applicable.
• Maintain clean scalehouse, scales, and manage scaling supplies.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts on scales.
• Perform any other duties as deemed necessary including data collection, training, and report production.

What You Offer

• High School Diploma/Equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, including Windows, Outlook and Excel.
• Working knowledgeof log quality characteristics and their impact on lumber production.
• Understanding of lumber manufacturing principles and processes.
• Strongverbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver unfavorable information in a professional and constructive manner.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving equipment and machinery.
• Ability to work extended shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

What We Offer

• Group Benefit Programs (Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Plans)
• HSA Medical Plan
• 401(k) Matching Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Development Opportunities
• Instant access to your wages ahead of payday

Who We Are

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. #StartHereGoFar.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.