Job Details

Overview

The Engineered Wood Products Quality Lab/Development Coordinator supervises and coordinates activities of all phases of the Product Development lab operation, including material collection, manufacturing, testing, and data analysis. Familiarity with a variety of manufacturing techniques, field applications, and codes and standards involving structural composites is required, with emphasis on laminated veneer lumber (LVL) and prefabricated wood I joists (PWIJ).

Responsibilities

• Run test protocols, collect data, record results, maintain laboratory equipment, calibrate laboratory instruments, and manage data.
• Implement and maintain projects developed within the engineering and quality control departments.
• Interpret results, assist with the technical design of projects, and supervise associates as needed for project purposes.
• Ensure samples are collected and prepared; gather data on samples; run standardized and special tests relative to code and process control requirements. Manage projects and conduct trials and testing as needed while following all applicable standards and operating procedures.
• Maintain testing database, validate data integrity, analyze and report results.
• Work with production and quality control technicians to set up, manufacture and prepare all test material.
• Coordinate maintenance and calibration of all laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintain lab SDS and all other health and safety requirements.
• Assist with development or investigation of industry standards.
• Dotted-line authority to supervise production and quality control areas when related to projects being managed.
• Coordinate project assignments with the product development team, the manufacturing plant, and third-party Quality Control agency and lab technicians.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Wood Science and Technology, or equivalent, and 57 years of industry experience in Engineered Wood Products or engineering.
• Strong statistics background including Design of Experiments and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Advanced understanding of project management systems and techniques.
• Knowledge of applicable government and industry codes and standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a quality control or quality assurance department.
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and statistical software.
• Mechanical and physical property testing and knowledge of standard test methods.
• Experience operating a universal test frame, sensors for data acquisition, and related software.
• Professional Engineering License.

About Boise Cascade

Boise Cascade has been in the business of manufacturing wood products and distributing building materials for over half a century. We are one of the largest manufacturers of plywood and engineered wood products in North America and the only wholesale stocking distributor for building products that can service the entire United States. Our broad national footprint provides opportunities in many career fields. We are committed to cultivating a respectful workplace culture and investing in our associates through a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• Medical + Prescription Drug
• Dental + Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare + Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company contribution