QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR
About The Position
At Biewer Lumber, the Quality Control Inspector helps ensure the integrity of fire retardant treated wood and micronized copper azole treated wood products by auditing manufacturing processes against standards. The role identifies defects and works with optimization teams to calibrate equipment and support staff training, contributing to continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The inspector compiles daily inspection reports for the Operations Manager, maintains records of quality metrics and corrective actions, and promptly alerts supervisors to product deficiencies or process issues that affect quality. The position also supports equipment alignment and troubleshooting with the Optimization Manager, trains production staff on quality practices, and follows required safety procedures. Work is primarily outdoors in lumber yard areas, with some time in an indoor office.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence.
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Docs, and ability to learn and navigate internal systems.
- Ability to speak effectively and professionally with customers or employees.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability to apply common-sense reasoning to written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to comply with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and required drug and alcohol testing procedures.
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods during 8–12-hour shifts; climb and descend steps, stairways, or ladders several times per shift; and regularly lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and use hand tools.
Nice To Haves
- Prior quality control experience or a quality control certificate.
- Previous lumber yard experience and understanding of lumber manufacturing and product flow.
Responsibilities
- Compile and distribute detailed daily inspection reports to the Operations Manager.
- Maintain records of quality metrics, non-conformances, and corrective actions.
- Immediately inform supervisors of product deficiencies, quality discrepancies, or process issues adversely affecting quality.
- Develop and facilitate technical training for production staff on quality best practices, defect prevention, and continuous improvement benchmarks.
- Partner with the Optimization Manager on machine center alignment, precision calibration, and systemic troubleshooting to improve equipment reliability and output quality.
- Follow safe work practices and safety procedures, and complete safety forms, checklists, and permits.
- Maintain adherence to safety protocols while ensuring precise lumber dimensions and matching barcodes to the appropriate lumber units.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
