Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately owned company and one of North America's leading producers of particleboard, medium density fiberboard and thermally fused laminates. Roseburg also manufactures softwood and hardwood plywood, lumber, LVL and I-joists. The company owns and sustainably manages more than 600,000 acres of timberland in Oregon, North Carolina and Virginia, as well as an export wood chip terminal facility in Coos Bay, Ore. Roseburg products are shipped throughout North America and the Pacific Rim. To learn more about the company please visit www.Roseburg.com.

Purpose

This position is primarily responsible for performing testing and analysis in accordance with set product standards, as well as helping standardize procedures to create a more efficient and accurate work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Test different materials and products for various properties (Strength/Chemical/Dimension/etc.)
• Communicating with various areas of the plant to collect samples or report back results
• Run checks on glue/resin samples as necessary
• Clean up lab, sample prep areas, and assist with mill cleaning in other area as necessary
• Basic understanding of product grade requirements and defects
• Attend all safety and crew meetings
• Other duties as assigned
• Model Company core values

Required Qualifications

• If applicable, must pass annual written exams for QA lab protocols/procedures
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend product specifications and to follow associated testing procedures
• High level of accuracy when performing qualifications
• Demonstrated ability to understand/use algebraic equations
• Basic knowledge of various computer programs for data collection (Excel, Access, Word)
• Must maintain high quality and productivity standards per plant requirements
• Must understand and adhere to prescribed safety procedures
• Must have ability to run various power hand tools and table/rip saws in a safe manner
• Ability to handle a fire hose or fire extinguisher
• Ability to understand/display verbal and written communication
• Ability to follow all safety precautions and follow all company rules
• If necessary, understanding of federal formaldehyde program (TSCA, CPA, CARB)

Preferred Qualifications

• Mill production and/or quality background preferred

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY AND VETERAN