Lumber Inspector: Grade & Inspect + OT & Benefits

NWH; Ohio; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k with company match

HSA

Job summary

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. (NWH) is seeking a Lumber Inspector to evaluate and grade surfaced and rough lumber in a high-production facility. The role requires inspecting, evaluating, and grading lumber to NHLA and company standards for structural and aesthetic applications.

You will inspect wood quality, sort by size and grade, assist in piling and planer line, and ensure safe, clean warehouse operations with accurate measurements daily.

Qualifications

• Must inspect and grade lumber per NHLA standards.
• Strong math skills with precise measurements.
• Flexible schedule with overtime and weekend work.
• Must be 18 years or older and report safety incidents.

Responsibilities

• Inspect wood quality for kiln dried and green lumber.
• Sort product by size, species, and grade.
• Assist in piling lumber and planer line as needed.
• Keep the warehouse and conveyors clean and clear of debris.
• Verify accurate thickness, width, and length specifications.
• Manually tracking level board.
• Operate and program computer sorter daily.

Skills

Lumber inspection

NHLA standards

Math skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. (NWH) is seeking a Lumber Inspector to evaluate and grade surfaced and rough lumber in a high-production facility. The role requires inspecting, evaluating, and grading lumber to NHLA and company standards for structural and aesthetic applications.

You will inspect wood quality, sort by size and grade, assist in piling and planer line, and ensure safe, clean warehouse operations with accurate measurements daily.