Scaler

Weyerhaeuser•Grifton, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The position supports and administers all scale house procedures and processes for incoming, outgoing log and lumber loads. This person will report to the Sawmill Superintendent. The primary function of a Greenville Log Scaler is to safely inspect every load, count the number of stems, inspect logs for specified defects, determine the average length, input the information accurately and efficiently process the loads through the scales.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Ability to pass the Weighmaster exam administered by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF)
Highly motivated self-starter who performs well in a team environment, providing a high degree of customer service.
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Able to handle multiple priorities and take pride in accuracy and quality of work.
Able to perform basic math and computer operations.
Able to work any shift schedule and weekends/holidays.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Must possess a valid state issued driver’s license.
Ability to work in extreme heat/or cold/ or wet conditions in an outdoor environment
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position which include fast paced walking, high volume truck load inspections (includes walking front to back of loads), navigating outdoor walkways and surfaces.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Raw Materials and/or Lumber operations
Experienced in operating heavy equipment (forklift, knuckle boom, hydraulic load, cranes).
Prior experience working with truck drivers
Experience in inspection, inventory controls and operations of truck scales.
Experience as a log scaler

Responsibilities

Safely inspect every load, count the number of stems, inspect logs for specified defects, determine the average length, input the information accurately and efficiently process the loads through the scales.
Visually checks loads of logs for specification accuracy
Record and communicate any load errors for correction
Interfaces with contract trucking staff on daily basis
Verifies accuracy of data
Participates in the development of written processes
Complete and maintain paperwork and reports indicating loads delivered by contractors, weight per truck, and running inventory of daily receipts
Will routinely use Microsoft Office applications, Weightwiz and SAP
Will do general clean-up of scale house and surrounding area.
Will conduct log rollouts with QC and Raw Materials
Responsible for other related duties as assigned by the supervisor
Ability to safely perform all assigned job duties and follow all safety rules and regulations.
Ability to intervene with drivers regarding safety behaviors if needed.