Lumber Grader

UFP Industries; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in the United States seeks a Lumber Grader to inspect, grade, and sort softwood SPF and SYP, moving and securing lumber under supervision. You will read instructions and follow established guidelines to ensure quality and safety.

Responsibilities include labeling material by type, size and count, applying tags, stacking to bundle sizes, and maintaining accurate production records. The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety, and participation in CI programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• Certification in lumber grading preferred, however non-certified graders will be considered if in training.
• No minimum experience required, but manufacturing or lumber experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of related experience in lumber grading is preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Grade and sort softwood SPF and SYP per TP/SPIB inspection requirements.
• Move and secure lumber products and materials according to instructions.
• Stack finished products per predetermined bundle sizes and/or customer requirements.
• Label material by type, size and count per specifications.
• Apply individual tags to material before/after treating/production.
• Use a staple gun and troubleshoot equipment.
• Band, bundle and secure material, including attaching corner protectors and loading sticks.
• Follow instructions for stacking material properly and according to company policy and customer requirements.
• Ensure correct quantities and material are strapped, labeled before leaving the work area.
• Maintain accurate inventory of tags and report any problems or discrepancies to supervisor.
• Record production on production sheets.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist other work areas moving material, loading and unloading material carts.
• Participate in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.

Skills

Basic math

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma / GED

Certification in lumber grading (preferred)

Tools

Staple gun

Job description

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
• 3-5 years of related experience in lumber grading is preferred
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.