Log Grader and Scaler jobs in Longview, TX

• Monitor all quality variables in the mill.
• Communicate process deviations from target to Shift Supervisor for correction.
• Receive deliveries of resin and wax and verify conformance with established specifications.
• Monitoring and reporting raw material consumption and inventory levels.
• Performing and recording small and large specimen testing as assigned.
• Recording relevant process data.
• Performing / recording APA required dimension and grade checks.
• Inspection of trademarks for legibility and correctness.
• Inspection of finished units in the warehouse, documentation and quarantine of non- conforming products.
• Down Day Tasks as assigned, including Blender Cleaning and Maintenance
• Major Shut Tasks as assigned.
• Participate in any product trials.
• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment to manage product testing and quarantine

Specialized knowledge or skills needed:

• Ability to maintain all equipment in assigned area
• Ability to enhance or improve processes and procedures
• Computer Hardware and Equipment Instrumentation Knowledge
• Computer Software Knowledge of Excel, Trends, Databases, Word, Email

• Strong analytical skills
• Self-Starter with Continuous Improvement Vision
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Leadership — ability to lead, take charge, and offer direction
• Engaging others — ability to set and achieve goals through others

• Humility to ask for help when needed instead of stagnating
• Micrometer use
• Tape Measure use
• Floor Weigh Scale use
• Panel Saw use
• Table Saw use
• Ability to read and interpret SPC Charts, or ability to learn to with minimal training.
• Basic Statistics Knowledge; Mean, Minimum, Maximum, Mode, Centerline, Target