Scaler Inspector at Stella-Jones Corporation. in Goodwater, Alabama

Job Description:

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 Goodwater, AL 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: N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of forest products - ability to identify 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.

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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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