Lumber Quality Inspector Trainee

Paylocity; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. is seeking a Lumber Inspector Trainee to support the manufacturing team in inspecting, handling, and organizing lumber throughout production.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficient workflow to keep the global supply chain moving for customers around the world. The position requires physical activity, detail orientation, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn grading and sorter operations.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Strong math skills: adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying and fractions
• Available to work Monday – Friday with occasional weekends and overtime
• Prior experience in lumber manufacturing or material handling is a plus but not required
• Knowledge of OSHA Lock Out Tag Out program is a plus
• Willingness to grow within the role and take on increased responsibility

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

Leadership

Safety-minded

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Math skills

Physical endurance

Reliability

Communication

Tools

Grading stick

Computer sorter

Job description

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. is seeking a Lumber Inspector Trainee to support the manufacturing team in inspecting, handling, and organizing lumber throughout production.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficient workflow to keep the global supply chain moving for customers around the world. The position requires physical activity, detail orientation, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn grading and sorter operations.