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Timber Products Inspection

Field Inspector

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What they do

A Food or Agricultural Inspector inspects food, processed food and food containers to be sure they are safe for consumers, or inspects animals, animal feed or crops to check for disease that could affect food supplies. Checks for compliance with private industry standards or federal food safety and agricultural regulations.

$49,166 / year median in California

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Field Inspector Timber Products Inspection
  • 3.
7 Sacramento, CA Job Details Full-time $85,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off On-the-job training Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Microsoft Excel Interpersonal skills Customer service Spreadsheets In-person customer service Company vehicle operation High school diploma or GED Documentation tools Attention to detail Productivity software Technical Proficiency Time management Full Job Description Timber Products Inspection, Inc. (TP) is an independent, third party Wood and Biomass products inspection, testing, and consulting company with field representation throughout the entire United States. More information can be found at www.tpinspection.com
  • TP assigns Fleet vehicle w/gas card, iPad and cell phone to conduct audits and/or inspections
Job Summary:
The Field Inspector travels to work in an assigned territory under the guidance and direction of the Field Supervisor. Based on your territory, you may have a few nights away from home per week, once training is complete. Field Inspector performs Wood and Biomass product audits. In addition, maintains proper documentation by recording the results of inspections through test reports; follows specific procedures; solicits new business; trains production staff and adheres to company policies.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Forest products experience desired Flexibility with widespread travel spending multiple nights away from home per week to cover accounts in assigned territory Perform Wood and Biomass product audits using tools such as hand-held measurement devices, calipers and power drills to sample and/or audit product to verify compliance with applicable standards Check Wood and Biomass products by random sampling, and performing analysis on samples taken Report results of inspections through test reports on tablet. When defects occur, Representative notifies supervisor and helps to analyze and correct production problems Train production staff
  • Teach lumber graders, treaters and Quality Control staff in applicable standards. Will monitor plant staff for execution of standards Maintain proper documentation procedures
  • Prepare oral and written reports on plant audits and other procedures Solicit new business
  • Always alert for an opportunity to promote the services Timber Products provides Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Forest products experience desired Lumber Grading preferred Heavy Grading experience preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Time Management with proven ability to meet deadlines Attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment Proficient with iPad and Microsoft Office 365 Expect on-the-job territory training up to 10 months May spend multiple nights per month away from home depending on territory
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Physical Requirements:
Standing, Stooping, Walking, Balancing/Reaching, Lift up to 50 lbs. Work in a production environment, possibly in inclement weather. Ability to drive long distances and fly to other regions for training and work duties.
TP'S MISSION STATEMENT
As a responsible partner, TP delivers to clients, employees, and the industries we serve the confidence to drive value thru the effective use of our diverse professional team.
TP'S VISION STATEMENT
To be recognized as the standard of excellence throughout the Forest Products Industry.
TP'S CORE VALUES TP
is built on the Core Values that our employees embrace daily as they interact with fellow employees, industry colleagues and clients. Integrity — honest / true to our word Reliable — trustworthy, dependable Technically Sound — delivering expertise Responsible Partner — providing assistance and understanding to meet compliance Professional — respectful, on task and emotionally intelligent Affirmative Action/EEO statement Timber Products Inspection, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to seeking diversity in its workforce by attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, ethnic or national origin, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other status protected by law .
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have Forest Product Experience? If yes, please let us know where Will take a pre-employment general background check, DMV, and drug test?
Yes or No Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Microsoft Excel:
2 years (Required)
Inspections:
1 year (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 75% (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health and Wellness Programs