Region Forester (Forester)

At Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), we think of ourselves as more than a box manufacturer. We are an ideas and solutions company. We seek to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. It just happens to be that corrugated products are our area of expertise. 

At PCA, you’ll find the best people in the industry operating in a “golden rule” culture. We actively promote mutually rewarding relationships with each other and our customers by advocating respect for every individual, ethical and fair practices, and the highest standards in what we say and do. PCA is proud to have a highly skilled and experienced team leading the way. 

As one of the largest producers of containerboard and corrugated packaging products in the U.S., PCA offers customers broad expertise and economies of scale, while our multiple plant locations let us rapidly meet the local needs of our customers. 

Region Forester 

• Develop harvest plans and schedules for fee and private timber tracts to assure proper management and harvest of timber. 
• Oversee price estimates and bidding procedures on raw materials. 
• Negotiate cut and haul contracts for cutting controlled timber with logging contractors. 
• Inspect vendor cutting operation contract compliance and close contracts when completed. 
• Monitor contractor compliance with local, state and federal laws and best manufacturing practices. 
• Maintain active contracts with landowners, local and state officials, competitors and suppliers to stay abreast of market conditions and to improve business plan. 
• Perform basic forest management functions, including planning, scheduling harvest, site preparation prescriptions, regeneration and mid-rotation cultural activities. 
• May train or supervise lower level forestry positions. 
• Communicate and work with peers and superiors to achieve desired goals.

• BS Degree in Forestry or equivalent experience supplemented by degree in related field. 
• Registered Forester certification desired. 
• 4 years minimum experience in advanced forestry techniques and assignments  

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities  

• Must be able to regulate and communicate professionally with wood suppliers, private landowners and state and federal agencies.
•  Must be able to work flexible schedules
•  Must have a valid drivers license; frequent travel required.

Tagged in: Forester  Packaging Corporation of America  Counce