Quality Control Technician Position Available In Pike, Alabama

Quality Control Technician Rex Lumber, Troy, LLC. 1946 County Road 7714, Troy, AL 36081 Do you enjoy working in a physically active environment? Do you want the opportunity to start a job that will turn into a career with dedication and time? If you answered “yes!”, then we want you as part of our team! Our QC Techs have an eye for detail and a basic understanding of lumber measurements and computers. They are crucial in ensuring the quality of our products. If this sounds like a team you would like to be part of, apply today!!

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

Work in the planer/sawmill, continuously monitoring the machine centers and processes for accurate production of lumber. The goal of the Quality Control Technician is to maintain and increase the recovery of lumber from each log.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Consistently measure and record thickness & width measurements at each machine center, according to the procedures developed. Perform daily manufacturing quality checks according to the procedures developed to determine if machine centers are operating at an optimum level. Document findings, maintain records and communicate to mill personnel when lumber is off-specification. Assist mill personnel in bringing lumber back into specification. Provide training to mill personnel on identifying quality issues and communicating those issues back to QC Supervisor. Generate reports that show performance trends on quality indicators. Complete production tallies, downtime tallies, and daily reports as required. Assist supervisor in developing quality processes in other areas as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors. Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs. Understanding of correct lumber manufacturing processes. Understanding of the relationship between volume, value, and recovery. Working knowledge of planer/sawmill machinery. General knowledge of optimization. Comfortable with basic computer skills. Ability to communicate effectively to other operators/supervisors. Attention to detail. Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly. Ability to complete production tallies, downtime tallies, and daily reports as required. Understand basic mathematical skills. Work well both independently and as part of a team. SAFETY Follow all area/machine center specific safety regulations Wear all required personal protective equipment: hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc…as required Do not enter restricted areas Report immediately to supervisor any equipment that is unsafe or functioning improperly Request assistance when a task exceeds individual knowledge Visually inspect equipment and area before starting/operating Whenever possible, eliminate unsafe conditions as soon as possible Use Standard Lockout Procedures when appropriate for machine centers Use proper lifting technique by pushing, pulling and lifting with your legs and not your back Never approach a saw while it is still running Follow all other safety regulations as set forth by the company

COMPANY BENEFITS

We offer outstanding benefits that includes Company Paid Health Insurance Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vison Insurance Telemedicine Program through Teladoc Wellness Incentives Paid Time Off 7 Paid Holidays Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Care Insurance Employee Assistance Program Strive Rewards Program Employee Referral Program Safety Incentives Uniform Rental Boot Loans