Senior Wood Chemist – Product Engineering

Weyerhaeuser

Federal Way (WA)

On-site

USD 109,000 - 163,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match
Comprehensive benefits
Paid time off

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser is seeking a Senior Wood Chemist/Scientist in Federal Way, WA to advance adhesives, waxes, sealers, and treatment technologies for wood products. You’ll collaborate with engineers and wood scientists on lab testing, manufacturing trials, and QA initiatives.

The role requires 15+ years’ experience with engineered wood products, strong data analysis, and leadership abilities. Travel within the US/Canada is expected, with frontline support for procurement, safety, and product

Qualifications

  • MS or PhD in Wood Science, Chemistry, Materials Science or related field.
  • 15+ years’ experience with engineered wood products.
  • Strong written, oral, and presentation skills; ability to lead and influence.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and expand expertise in wood products and manufacturing technologies.
  • Lead and support mill continuous improvement projects.
  • Communicate test results to drive fact-based decisions and interact with procurement and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership & influence
Communication skills

Education

MS or PhD in Wood Science or Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
PowerPoint

Job description

Weyerhaeuser is seeking a Senior Wood Chemist/Scientist in Federal Way, WA to advance adhesives, waxes, sealers, and treatment technologies for wood products. You’ll collaborate with engineers and wood scientists on lab testing, manufacturing trials, and QA initiatives.

The role requires 15+ years’ experience with engineered wood products, strong data analysis, and leadership abilities. Travel within the US/Canada is expected, with frontline support for procurement, safety, and product

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