Scaler/Inspector

Stella Jones • Enfield, NC

3d

About The Position

The Scaler/Inspector is responsible for inspecting, grading, and manufacturing barkies and shaved poles for inventory. The role includes checking incoming barkies and round stock for compliance with company and applicable ANSI, ASTM, or corporate standards, and documenting classifications and processing details. It also involves operating a chainsaw safely, keeping work areas clean, assisting with receiving and handling products, and supporting inspection of finished poles and the company safety program. Other related duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

• Scaling experience.
• Knowledge of forest products, including species and defects.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Good eye-hand coordination.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Peeler experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming barkies to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Classify and manufacture round stock according to current ANSI, ASTM, or corporate specifications.
• Inspect purchased and shaved round stock for conformance with standards.
• Document and report production classifications and material processed through the shaver, including the month and year shaved, circumference, class, and length for inventory.
• Maintain and operate a chainsaw safely and efficiently.
• Keep the scaler inspection deck and other work areas clean, including clearing cut wood and shavings.
• Assist with receiving inbound barkies, tallying and marking loads, and recording information on daily inbound reports as required.
• Assist with loading and unloading products, setting dunnage, loading railroad cars and trucks, banding loads, and tallying.
• Assist with finished-goods pole inspection as required.
• Assist as a helper with other assigned duties.
• Participate in and contribute to the company safety program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED