Missouri Walnut Group is looking for a skilled Lumber Inspector with a high attention to detail, safety standards, who will help ensure lumber is examined properly to determine quality and assign grades. On the job training is a good way to discover how to do the job better, so you should have a willingness to learn and improve. Being a team player is essential, the goal is to ensure that production procedures are carried out smoothly in order to maximize efficiency and profits. This position participates in our monthly profit-sharing bonus which is based on profitability of the company.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Examine lumber on table, moving belt, chain conveyor or lumber handline line for defects such as knots, stains, decay, splits, faulty edges, pith pockets, wormholes and defective milling.
• Must be able to grade and classify lumber using established standards and criteria.
• Comply with safety, quality, and productivity requirements and procedures.
• Regular/dependable attendance required.
• Other duties may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Lumber Grader Certificate is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to grade, classify, and recognize wood characteristics in order to distinguish qualifying criteria according to established standards and specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, as well as procedure manuals.
• Ability to use a tape measure and use basic math skills in order to determine maximum yields.
• Understanding of production procedures.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations (e.g., constant use of personal protective equipment).
• Flexibility of work hours including overtime.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Work will be indoors, but can experience high heat and cold.
• Ability to stand, stoop and or bend for long periods of time in order to perform work.
• Employee will be required to occasionally lift/move at least 50lbs.
• Ability to work within a dusty and loud environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Please send all questions, applications & resumes to awilkie@missouriwalnutgroup.com
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