Lumber Inspector (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Northwest Hardwoods Inc

  Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

Background:  Northwest Hardwoods is the premier Hardwood Lumber producer in the industry serving the furniture, cabinet, and molding and millwork segments worldwide.  We operate manufacturing facilities throughout the United States.  We have an immediate opening as our Lumber Inspector on 3rd shift, at our Grand Rapids, MI site. 

Key responsibilities and requirements:

Primary duties and responsibilities include consistent and accurate grading of surfaced and green lumber in a high production manufacturing operation.  The successful candidate must be NHLA certified or equivalent experience, have the flexibility and ability to work in a team oriented, fast paced work environment with primary focus on personal and team safety behaviors.  Good work history and safety record with a strong desire to learn are required. Job offer is contingent on successful background check and drug screen. 

Requirements:

Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.

  • NHLA certification preferred or equivalent experience
  • Exhibit high level of flexibility. 
  • Excellent attendance record.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Team Player and Self-Starter

Compensation

Northwest Hardwoods provides a highly competitive compensation program with profit sharing plan. Comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage.

Company paid life insurance, short term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account, 401(K) Retirement Plan with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays and Employee Assistance Program.