Lumber Grader

Lumber Grader

Lumber Grader works at a lumber yard, or commercial establishment grading lumber. As a lumber grader you will inspect hardwood and softwood species to determine dimension, grade and other qualities.

Pay Range: $18.47 to $23.92 per hour

Locations: Hamden, OH

First Shift 6:00 am – 2:30 pm

NWH, founded in 1967, has become the leading manufacturer and supplier of hardwood lumber to North America, Europe, and Asia. With an unwavering focus on simplifying the customer experience, NWH serves the furniture, flooring, cabinet, molding, and millwork industries with 14+ hardwood species from the major U.S. growing regions and imported plywood and exotic lumber. The company operates over more than 20 manufacturing and warehousing facilities across the country, including sawmills, concentration yards, and distribution facilities, using innovative technologies to streamline the procurement process for customers. NWH supplies only sustainable, high-quality hardwoods to protect our resources today and for future generations. For more information, please visit nwh.com.

Key Functions

Examine lumber on chain conveyors or in racks for defects such as knots, stains, decay, splits, faulty edges, pitch pockets, wormholes, and defective milling.

Grades lumber to ensure specified dimensions.

Lead throughput for assigned production line.

Control and operate computer system for assigned production line

Scales board footage and records results.

Pulls graded lumber into unit form

Willing to learn/follow NHLA Lumber grading guidelines

Hand stack lumber as needed

Requirements

Previous experience grading lumber

Exhibit a high level of flexibility.

Excellent attendance record

Excellent communication skills

Team Player and Self-Starter

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

Perks & Benefits:

Medical Plans/Dental Coverage/Vision Coverage

Prescription Plans

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Benefit

Voluntary Long-Term Disability Benefit

401k Retirement Saving with Company Match

Health Saving Account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Engagement Center Support

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Employee Engagement Events and Activities

Employee Referral Bonus (No cap)

NWH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.