QC Technician

The hourly wage and bonus opportunities will vary based on position and shift.

The Opportunity:

As a Quality Control Technician , you'll be the guardian of our product standards. You'll inspect and ensure that our lumber meets the highest quality criteria before it goes to our customers. Your role is vital in maintaining our reputation for excellence. If you have a passion for quality and love working hands-on, this job at our sawmill in Fulton,Al might just be for you! Join us and discover a pathway for career advancement, where your hard work is not only recognized, but rewarded.

This role is a full-time permanent position working a 2 week rotation of days and nights. Sunday -Thursday nights and Monday-Thursday on days.

What you will do as a Quality Control Technician:

• Conduct thorough inspections of lumber and wood products to ensure they meet our quality standards.
• Perform various tests on products to check for defects, moisture content, and other quality indicators.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, and any quality issues detected.
• Ensure all products comply with industry standards and company specifications.
• Identify and report any quality issues and work with production staff to implement corrective actions.
• Recommend and assist in implementing process improvements to enhance product quality.
• Work closely with production staff, supervisors, and other team members to ensure quality standards are consistently met.

Experience and skills that will help you stand out:

• Previous experience in quality control, preferably in a sawmill or wood products industry.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Additional training or certification in quality control is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for identifying defects and quality issues.
• Understanding of wood products, grading standards, and quality control processes.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting heavy objects, standing for long periods, and working in various weather conditions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others.

At Canfor, we embrace diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge . Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

Why Canfor? We're a global leader in low-carbon forest products like lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.

Join us today, and together, we can build a sustainable future.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, criminal record checks, and drug testing, depending on the role and location.