QC Technician

Overview

QC Technician (29636)  position is full-time and permanent with a two-week rotation of days and nights:
Sunday–Thursday nights and Monday–Thursday days.

Location:

Fulton, AL. The hourly wage and bonus opportunities vary based on position and shift.

• Conduct thorough inspections of lumber and wood products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Perform tests on products to check for defects, moisture content, and other quality indicators.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, and any quality issues detected.
• Ensure all products comply with industry standards and company specifications.
• Identify and report any quality issues and work with production staff to implement corrective actions.
• Recommend and assist in implementing process improvements to enhance product quality.
• Work closely with production staff, supervisors, and other team members to ensure quality standards are consistently met.

• Previous experience in quality control, preferably in a sawmill or wood products industry.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in quality control is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for identifying defects and quality issues.
• Understanding of wood products, grading standards, and quality control processes.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting heavy objects, standing for long periods, and working in various weather conditions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others.

At Canfor, we embrace diversity and value everyone’s unique qualities. We believe inclusion and diversity are crucial for productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

Why Canfor? We are a global leader in low-carbon forest products such as lumber, pulp, paper, wood pellets, and green energy. We prioritize innovation, environmental practices, and community support. In the U.S., we operate as Canfor Southern Pine, offering high-quality, sustainable Southern Yellow Pine.

Join us today—together, we can build a sustainable future.

Thank you for your interest. We contact only candidates selected for interviews. Hiring for various positions is ongoing and may include different screening processes depending on the role and location.