Quality Control Supervisor – Wood Products Manufacturing

About the role

We are seeking a Quality Control Supervisor to lead our QC team in a wood products manufacturing environment. The role ensures product strength and compliance through rigorous testing and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Manage QC staff – scheduling, payroll, hiring, training, and safety performance.
• Verify product strength properties of in‑process materials and finished goods through QC testing.
• Ensure testing procedures follow industry standards and the mill QC Manual.
• Assist maintenance and vendors in troubleshooting critical QC equipment such as veneer graders, thickness detectors, and blow detectors.
• Provide instruction on task performance, procedures, and special projects.
• Evaluate incoming and in‑process raw materials (veneer, OSB, adhesives, sealer) against specifications.
• Interface with customers on mill tours, product quality issues, and site visits.
• Coordinate product development and quality initiatives.
• Interact with third‑party audit agencies to maintain compliance.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, instrument calibration, test data files, and document control.

Required profile

• College, vocational or specialized training/certification, or equivalent experience.
• Strong math and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of wood products manufacturing and distribution.
• Self‑motivation, accountability, and attention to detail in raw material evaluation, process monitoring, product testing, data collection, entry, and reporting.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Wood Science and 2+ years of QC experience in engineered wood products.

Required skills

• Quality control testing of wood products.
• Operation and troubleshooting of veneer graders, thickness detectors, and blow detectors.
• Laboratory equipment handling and instrument calibration.
• Data collection, entry, and report preparation.

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefits package covering health, well‑being, career development, community involvement, financial security, and personal safety.
• Access to Boise Cascade’s Total Rewards program from day one.