LVL and Plywood Specialist

Company: Moventas Wind Ltd
Location: Washington
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

LVL and Plywood SpecialistRaute is the partner to future-proof the wood industry. Our technologies cover different production processes with supporting digital and analytics solutions for engineered wood products. Additionally, we offer a full-scale service concept ranging from spare parts to regular maintenance and modernizations. Our innovative hardware and software solutions are designed to support our customers' efficient consumption of natural resources. In mill-scale projects, Raute is a global market leader both in the plywood and LVL industries. Raute's head office and main production is located in Lahti, Finland. The company's other production plants are located in Kajaani, Finland, the Vancouver area of Canada, Changzhou, China, and Pullman, WA, USA.We are committed to our employees and their work-life balance, benefits, and retirement goals. Here is what we can offer you:

• Extended health benefits for you and your family (vision, medical, dental, prescription coverage)
• RRSP employer contribution matching
• Annual health spending account
• Employee appreciation events
• Employees grow here and are encouraged to apply for other internal roles, including apprenticeships
• Paid time off
• Highly competitive wagesABOUT THE POSITION - LVL and Plywood SpecialistThe LVL and Plywood Specialist will report to the Head of Technical Sales Support located in Finland. This role's primary focus will be conducting technical plans and mill audits at customers' mills, providing technical and technology support to the sales and quotation team, participating in production development projects at customer mills, and R&D projects. The LVL and Plywood Specialist will be located at the Raute Delta office (Vancouver area) and must have the flexibility to travel to customer sites if needed.Responsibilities
  • Create technical plans and mill audits at our customer's mills
  • Provide technical and technology support for the sales and quotation team
  • Design and develop mill layout and material flow
  • Participate in production development projects at customer's mills
  • Support production ramp-up of mills and production lines/modernizations
  • Participate in R&D projectsQualifications and Experience
    • Degree in Engineering or Master of Science in machine design, automation, or wood processing technology
    • Minimum 5 years' experience in working at plywood, veneer, or LVL factory in development or management roles
    • Flexibility to travel to customer sites locally throughout Canada and internationally
    • Must possess a valid passport and driver's licenseAttributes
      • Exceptional communications and interpersonal skills
      • Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment with a positive and professional attitude under pressure
      • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasksRaute is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.Quick facts
        • LVL and Plywood Specialist, Full Time
        • First application date: 1 August 2024RauteMAKING WOOD MATTERRaute is a technology and service company that operates worldwide. Raute's customers are companies operating in the wood products industry that manufacture veneer, plywood, LVL (Laminated Veneer Lumber), and sawn timber. Its technology offering covers the entire production process for veneer, plywood, and LVL and special measurement equipment for sawn timber. As a supplier of mill-scale projects, Raute is a global market leader both in the plywood and LVL industries. Additionally, Raute's full-service concept includes technology services ranging from spare parts deliveries to regular maintenance and equipment modernizations. Raute's head office is located in the Nastola area of Lahti, Finland. The company's other production plants are located in Kajaani, Finland, the Vancouver area of Canada, the Shanghai area of China, and Pullman, Washington, USA.
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