Certified Lumber Grader

At Collins, we are committed to building a better world. As a family‑owned company founded in 1855, this begins with our commitment to land and resource stewardship on our 370 thousand acres of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified forest lands. With operations in California, Oregon, and Pennsylvania, we manufacture softwood and hardwood lumber, particleboard, and hardboard siding.

The Certified Lumber Grader holds grading certification(s) and applies the requisite grading rules of the Western Wood Products Association (WWPA) to identify grades of lumber.

• Comply with safety standards at all times and correct/report any observed safety hazards.
• Assign grades in a manner that is consistent with the guidelines established by the company and the WWPA.
• Maintain a grading accuracy of 95 percent in all products.
• Communicate with and learn from other certified lumber graders and the Dry End Supervisor, Quality Control Coordinator, and WWPA inspectors for continued education.
• Remain up to date on current lumber markets and product values.
• Mark lumber for trimming to obtain the highest marketable value from the material and verify stamp legibility.
• Report any planer manufacturing defects immediately to department supervisor.
• Cooperate with the inspection of completed units to ensure accuracy and profitability.
• Assist in the successful development of uncertified graders.
• Perform additional duties as required by supervisor.
• On‑site attendance is essential to effectively perform the listed duties and responsibilities.
• Periodic travel may be required for training or product inspections.

• Possess and maintain at least one grading certification. The National Grading Rules (NGR) Certificate F, “All NGR Grades;” Certificate C, “Commons;” and Certificate A, “Shop” are preferred.
• Ability to follow all company, state and federal safety rules when performing required job duties.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment criminal history check and a pre‑employment drug screening.

May be exposed to dust, noise, trip hazards, and extreme temperatures.

Individuals must be willing to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times. Positions may require additional PPE at specific times. Examples of PPE which may be required include high visibility garments, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, a hard hat, foot protection, and a face shield.

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