Remote Visual Lumber Grader & Sawmill Quality Lead

Remotebridge; United States; Remote; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Remotebridge is seeking a Softwood Lumber Grader / Sawmill Quality Supervisor (Visual Grading) for remote, contractor-based work. This role leverages specialized visual grading knowledge and sawmill quality control experience to support AI training with high-quality input.

Certification and hands-on knowledge of standard grading rules are essential. Responsibilities include evaluating grades, defects, and stamping accuracy, and providing detailed written feedback to ensure rigorous compliance

Qualifications

• Active or recent certification as a softwood lumber grader or sawmill quality control supervisor from recognized agencies (NLGA, WWPA, SPIB, WCLIB).
• Experienced in visual lumber grading and defect identification across common softwood species.
• Ability to interpret and apply industry grading rules with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess descriptions and images of sawn softwood lumber for accurate visual grading according to NLGA/WWPA/SPIB/WCLIB rules.
• Identify and measure defects such as knots, wane, checks, shake, and warp and determine grade limits.
• Make clear grade calls on samples based on rulebook criteria and document decisions in writing.

Skills

Softwood lumber grading

Visual grading

Rulebook interpretation

Quality control

Job description

Remotebridge is seeking a Softwood Lumber Grader / Sawmill Quality Supervisor (Visual Grading) for remote, contractor-based work. This role leverages specialized visual grading knowledge and sawmill quality control experience to support AI training with high-quality input.

Certification and hands-on knowledge of standard grading rules are essential. Responsibilities include evaluating grades, defects, and stamping accuracy, and providing detailed written feedback to ensure rigorous compliance