Company Background:
Freymond Lumber operates a sawmill in Bancroft, Ontario producing high quality lumber from wood harvested in a responsible manner from local forests. We have been manufacturing both hardwood and softwood lumber since 1946. We sell truckload quantities of green, graded lumber, cants and ties. Our wood supply is sourced from our own harvesting operations on both Crown Forests and private woodlots and purchased from local logging contractors and landowners.
Position Summary:
Freymond Lumber is seeking a Lumber Grader.
This Lumber Grader position is a critical part of our production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, grading, and sorting lumber to ensure it meets company and industry standards for quality and specifications.
Primary Responsibilities
Performs any combination of the following duties related to lumber grading and quality control:
- Inspects green lumber for defects such as knots, wane, splits, rot, and other grade characteristics.
- Determines appropriate grade based on species, dimensions, and customer requirements.
- Marks lumber for trimming, reprocessing, or downgrade as necessary.
- Sorts lumber by grade, size, and specifications and directs product to appropriate piles or carts.
- Monitors overall product quality and communicates concerns to saw operators or supervisors.
- Ensures grade consistency and accuracy to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Assists production staff to maintain efficient material flow.
- Assist with cleaning of debris, both during the day and at the end of the shift.
- Assist with any other task deemed necessary as part of the sawmill operation, or the company operations as a whole.
- Treat company’s property, vehicles & inventory with respect, care & safety.
Requirements:
- Experience grading hardwood and/or softwood lumber preferred.
- Knowledge of lumber grading rules and defect identification.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to make consistent decisions quickly.
- Ability to work in a fast paced and constantly changing environment.
- Work well independently and with a team.
- Motivated, self disciplined individual with a strong work ethic.
- Ability to lift 35 to 40 kg articles.
- Physically fit to handle outdoor weather conditions and diversified temperatures.
- Show up to work on time and ready to work.
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What we can offer you:
Our team members can expect to receive a competitive salary that is commensurate with your experience, skills and qualifications. We are committed to ensuring that all of our team members are kept healthy and safe. Upon successful completion of the probationary period the team member will receive a minimum of 2 weeks paid vacation per year. After 12 months they will be enrolled in benefits.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to Carson Freymond through the “apply now” button. Resumes can also be delivered in person at 2287 Bay Lk Rd., Bancroft between the hours of 7:30am and 5:00pm. All questions regarding this position can be directed to 613-334-0702
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
