Quality Control Technician

5 months ago

Truro, Canada Stella-Jones Inc. Full time

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever
- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

Position Summary
The quality control technician ensures conformance to industry, company, and customer-specific quality standards for untreated and treated wood, preservatives, and treating specification, through sample collection and analysis. This position also ensures that environmental inspections and documentation are completed as specified by regulatory agency and provides technical consultation and troubleshooting of water treatment.

**Responsibilities**:

- Collects wood samples as required.
- Analyzes samples and compare to standards for compliance.
- Identifies conforming / non-conforming materials.
- Sends quality control samples to outside laboratories.
- Works with third-party inspectors as required.
- Participates in environmental audits in conjunction with Treaters.
- Works with treaters to collect and organize audit documentation.
- Reports non-compliances to Plant Manager.
- Abides by workplace health and safety standards.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- Grade 12 required.
- Post-Secondary Education in Chemistry or Environmental Science.
- 2 years of laboratory experience.
- Proficiency in English, spoken and written.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Must work well independently and in team environments.
- Good time management.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Knowledge of wood preservation standards, an asset.
- Ability to be flexible regarding work assignments.
- willingness to work outside in all weather conditions.
- Chemistry and math knowledge is required.

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

- Extended health and dental coverage
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
- Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match
- Company Share Purchase Program with Company contribution match
- Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. #StellaH

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