Quality Control Technician - Dodson, LA

Job Description

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Description

Weyerhaeuser, Dodson Lumber mill located in Dodson, LA has 2 openings for Quality Control Technicians in our Sawmill. These are full-time jobs and one will be part of our day shift team and one will be part of our night shift team. The hourly rate of pay is $23.13 with a competitive benefit package included. All candidates must be safety conscious, self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills and work well with others in a team environment.

Join us now and be a part of the journey to the future of lumber manufacturing!

Key Functions

Manages and responsible for overall finished Sawmill lumber quality

Responsible for working in and creating a safe environment and culture

Responsible for delivering Key Value Metrics

Responsible to clean, calibrate, align, and perform minor maintenance on specific Sawmill related equipment

Responsible for entering and maintaining certain databases.

Routinely performs quality checks beginning at the Mercher and going through the Green Stacker using tools such as tape measure and calipers

Responsible for pulling boards out of the flow to measure for accuracy

Understands process from incoming raw materials through the end point customer

Understands and applies knowledge of optimizing systems

Monitors the quality aspects at each Sawmill machine center

Responsible for compiling and sending shift reports on quality and any related issues.

Monitors performance of Size Check

Works with and effectively communicates with outside agencies and vendors during inspections, audits, and customer visits

Troubleshoots and researches important information to determine the root cause of quality issues and interacts effectively with others to resolve problems

Networks with peers at other Weyerhaeuser sites for peer-to-peer learnings and information sharing's

Works with related support teams to resolve issues.

Must participate in occasional conference calls

Additional Qualifications / Responsibilities

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

3 years' experience in a lumber manufacturing facility

Ability to work safely and practice all company safety policies and procedures

Must be a self-starter

Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills

Ability to learn grade rules

Strong computer skills (Office products)

Able to work independently and make decisions based on data and statistical information

Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to perform basic mechanical needs

Able to perform basic mathematical functions

Must have a good understanding of electrical and computer systems along with an understanding of computer communication systems. Must possess good electrical troubleshooting skills and able to use a multimeter.

Willing to work Saturdays / Sundays if needed to perform QC related functions on machine centers

Must be flexible with work schedule and able to work any shift, weekends, overtime, holidays as needed

Able to perform all essentials functions of an industrial environment, which may include lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing steps, working from heights, standing or walking for 2-3 hours at a time for 10 hours or more, working in extreme temperatures, dust, and noise while wearing all safety equipment.

Successful completion of assessment process, background check and post-offer pre-employment drug screen and physical

Salary : $23