CO-OP OPPORTUNITY: Quality Control (4 or 8 month term)
Location: Vanderhoof, British Columbia
Closing Date: February 10, 2012
POSITION SUMMARY
This is a developmental role which will be reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor. The successful candidate will help maximize profit and efficiencies by optimizing production standards to meet customer requirements. In addition you will direct improvement initiatives to raise quality awareness and training for all levels of the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES
The position will report directly to the Quality Control Supervisor.
- Develop and improve management systems to exceed customer expectations and optimize grade outturn and profitability
- Analyze planer lumber grader optimizer decision process
- Ensure the regular monitoring and tracking of machine center performance
- Kiln opportunities and studies
- Engage employees and foster a culture of continuous improvement through implementation and sustainment of the Lean Sigma principals
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a self motivated individual
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical and organizational skills
- Computer skills, with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Well developed people and team building skills
- Excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills
- Lumber Grading ticket would be an asset
LOCATION – Vanderhoof, B.C.
Vanderhoof is a welcoming and inclusive community. We are known for our friendly residents and we have a reputation for being a great place to live, raise a family and do business. We pride ourselves on the “Vanderhoof Advantage,” building on the strengths of our people, their work ethic and our collaborative spirit. If you enjoy the outdoors there are a lot of activities such as hiking, mountain biking, skiing, hunting and fishing.
SALARY & BENEFITS
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package includes medical & dental coverage. Depending on location may include housing, moving, travel expenses.
Rob Jarvis
Manager, Talent and Employee Development
E-mail: rob.jarvis@canfor.com