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Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent.
Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.
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We are seeking a qualified Scaler/Inspector for our Pineville, LA operations. The primary function is responsibility for inspection, grading, and manufacturing of barkies and shaved poles for inventory.
Principal Responsibilities:
* Inspection of barkie inbounds to ensure compliance with Company standards.
* Classification and manufacture of all round stock by latest specifications on ANSI, ASTM, or corporate standards.
* Inspect round stock purchased and shaved for conformance with standards.
* Document and report production classifications or material processing through the shaver, including identification of month and year shaved, circumference, class, and length on inventory.
* Maintain and operate chainsaw in a safe, efficient manner.
* Maintain clean scaler inspection deck (and other areas) and clean-cut wood and shavings from area.
* Assist in receipt of inbound barkies, tally and mark loads, and record information on daily inbound report as required.
* Assist in loading and unloading of products, set dunnage, load railroad cars and trucks, band loads, and tally.
* Assist in pole inspection of finished goods as required.
* Assist as a helper in other duties as may be assigned.
* Participates and contributes to company safety program.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Qualifications:
* Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
* Experience: Scaling experience; peeler experience helpful
* License/Certification: NA
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Knowledge forest products experience - knowledge of species, defects, etc.
* Must be able to read a tape measure.
* Good eye/hand coordination.
* Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication.
* Computer proficiencies in MS Office
* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Employee Benefits:
As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:
* The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace
* Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
* Several company-paid benefits including:
* Dental and Vision coverage
* Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies
* Long-Term Disability Coverage
* Access to a robust employee assistance program
* Competitive compensation
* Annual bonus program opportunity
* 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
* 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
* Career advancement opportunities
* Ability to purchase Company stock
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Other details
* Job Family Operations
* Pay Type Hourly
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* Pineville, LA, USA