Log Scaler

Big River Forest Products•Coushatta, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Coushatta Forest Products is looking for a new Log Scaler in Coushatta, Louisiana. As a Log Scaler at Coushatta Forest Products you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing scalable logging solutions that enhance visibility and performance across our systems. This role requires a strategic thinker who can lead efforts to optimize log data management while ensuring high availability and reliability of our services.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1 -3 years of experience
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Basic understanding of forestry products and terminology
Ability to perform accurate measurements and maintain detailed records
Physical ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and handle moderate physical activity

Nice To Haves

Preferred certification as a professional log scaler or equivalent industry credential
Experience working in forestry, logging, or timber processing environments
Familiarity with electronic scaling equipment and software
Strong knowledge of local and federal forestry regulations
First aid and safety training relevant to outdoor and industrial work

Responsibilities

Process tickets, incoming and outgoing log trucks, count stems, and check species, length, and diameter using scale sticks or handheld tablet
Weigh log trucks before and after unloading, record supplier identities, and manage scale house documentation
Conduct weekly inventory reconciliations, track chip quality data, and maintain daily log receipt and shipment reports
Coordinate with sawmill superintendents, procurement foresters, and contract truck drivers regarding quality issues or log errors
Use woods ticket to properly assign log loads to specific contracts in current system Angel an Talley Works
Ensure weights match scale readout prior to releasing driver and in the system
Use the prompted deduct system in app to apply necessary log defects based on training and mill specifications
Produce a log tag number for the driver and instructions on how and where to attach
Instruct the driver(s) of our mill route as well as CB channel number used to communicate with yard
Input in Angel system all outbound tickets for the customers
Properly identify residual loads and produce a destination ticket for driver with accurate weight using Angel tablet
Review all drivers return tickets with matching ticket from purchasing
Enter all customers sawmill ticket weights into Angel in association to ticket number from Coushatta Forest Products ticket
Ensure scale weight read outs are facing the scale house window prior to clocking in/out of shift
Check mailbox daily for any residual tickets hauled outside Scale house
Other duties as assigned