Quality Control Supervisor

Quality Control Supervisor, Castlegar, British Columbia

When you join our team as a Quality Control Supervisor, you will be responsible for all aspects of sawmill and planer quality control including optimizers, change overs, simulations, forecasting, and other continuous improvement activities.

What You’ll Do

  • Supervise all aspects of the site wide quality control program, which includes the sawmill and planer.
  • Maintain and utilize all optimization systems to maximize lumber values, grade, and recovery.
  • Monitor kiln performance.
  • Identify and leverage opportunities to improve sawmill and planer quality management.
  • Ensure all sawmill and planer quality control documentation is current.
  • Work closely with sawmill and planer production staff to maximize return to log.
  • Report on site-wide quality control activities.

What You Offer

  • Post-secondary education (minimum high school diploma).
  • Minimum of 5 years of sawmill/planer QC experience.
  • Knowledge and experience within lumber manufacturing and sawmill operations
  • Lumber grading ticket and familiarization with optimization is an asset.
  • Understanding and using statistical analysis process.
  • Strong commitment to safety and environmental standards.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and organizational skills.
  • Proven leadership abilities and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Detail and results oriented.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Very proficient computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Suite.

Who We Are

Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out www.interfor.com to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we’re growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar

What We Offer

Interfor has posted the following expected salary range that the company believes in good faith could be offered to successful candidates. The salary offered is benchmarked to current market conditions and will also be based on numerous factors which can include work experience, skills, credentials, education, and other relevant factors. In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a competitive benefits package and be able to participate in our Short-Term Incentive Bonus plan, with the payout amount subject to individual and corporate performance. If you have any questions regarding our salary range or our total compensation package, our recruitment team will be happy to advise you on what you can expect from us.

Expected range: $87,000 – $104,000

Interfor builds value for our employees by providing a career where they can contribute, grow, and prosper. You’ll receive a competitive benefits package including:

  • Extended Health & Dental
    • Short Term Disability Insurance
    • Long Term Disability Insurance
    • Life and AD&D Insurance
    • Additional (Employee Paid) Life Insurance
  • RRSP Matching Plan
  • Participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Participation in our Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Employee Assistance Program

We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to ‘Start Here. Go Far.’ Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at www.interfor.com/careers.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.