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A hardwood lumber grader inspects boards.

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Lumber Grader

NWH

Lumber Grader

NWH

Dorchester, WI

Position Description

NWH, founded in 1967, has become the leading manufacturer and supplier of hardwood lumber to North America, Europe, and Asia. With an unwavering focus on simplifying the customer experience, NWH serves the furniture, flooring, cabinet, molding, and millwork industries with 14+ hardwoods species from the major U.S. growing regions as well as imported plywood and exotic lumber. The company operates over 40 manufacturing and warehousing facilities across the country including sawmills, concentration yards and distribution facilities using innovative technologies to streamline the procurement process for customers. NWH supplies only sustainable, high-quality hardwoods to protect our resources today and for future generations. For more information, please visit nwh.com.

Key Functions
Grading lumber according the NWH proprietary grades
Maintaining grading accuracy in a fast paced environment
Working with QC on current grade guidelines

Additional Information:
NWH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Required Skills & Experience

NHLA certification preferred or equivalent experience
Exhibit high level of flexibility.
Excellent attendance record
Excellent communication skills
Team Player and Self-Starter
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.

Salary & Benefits

Medical Plans/Dental Coverage/Vision Coverage
Prescription Plans
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Benefit
Voluntary Long-Term Disability Benefit
401k Retirement Saving with Company Match
Health Saving Account (HSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Engagement Center Support
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Engagement Events and Activities
Employee Referral Bonus (No cap)

How To Apply

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