Lumber Grader — SPF/SYP Quality & Inventory

UFP Industries; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries seeks a lumber grading professional to join our on-site manufacturing team. You will grade and sort softwood SPF and SYP, label and tag materials, and assist with moving and stacking operations in a structured production environment.

Exact responsibilities include adhering to third-party inspection requirements, maintaining inventory accuracy, and participating in safety and continuous improvement programs. This role requires at least 18 years old and prefer basic math proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Certification in lumber grading preferred, but non-certified graders may be considered if in training.
• No minimum experience required, but manufacturing or lumber experience preferred.
• 3–5 years of lumber grading experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

UFP Industries seeks a lumber grading professional to join our on-site manufacturing team. You will grade and sort softwood SPF and SYP, label and tag materials, and assist with moving and stacking operations in a structured production environment.

Exact responsibilities include adhering to third-party inspection requirements, maintaining inventory accuracy, and participating in safety and continuous improvement programs. This role requires at least 18 years old and prefer basic math proficiency.