Quality Station Operative

Your Tasks

• Operate as a member of the Quality Station team, ensuring that the Quality Station and Weighbridge office area is maintained in a clean and tidy condition.
• Oversee all incoming wood based materials at the Hexham site to ensure that they meet the agreed Company Quality standard and laid down purchasing specifications.
• Where necessary, operate the computerised weighbridge system (SAP) with regard to the receipt of wood fibre raw materials in accordance with the procedures set out in the Dry Fibre System.
• Assist with on-site security control measures and ensure emergency procedures and actions are maintained.
• Be professional and courteous to all visitors and to follow the checking in procedure with due care and attention with each visitor.  To maintain an orderly system for the function.
• Participate in the compilation of detailed weekly, monthly and annual facts and figures as required with regard to moisture content, sieve analysis, bench testing etc. on behalf of the Wood Purchasing Department.
• Where necessary be able to liaise with other departments at all levels, and communicate Quality issues to wood purchasing managers and suppliers.
• Observe and comply with company quality standards as laid out in the Quality Manual.
• Be aware of, and comply with the safety precautions as detailed in the Health and Safety procedures and to ensure that safety equipment is in good order and used when necessary.    
• To ensure that the operation and related tasks are conducted in a safe working manner and that any incidents/accidents and hazards are duly reported.
• Demonstrate professional competence and development by keeping skills up to date, and to attend any training courses deemed necessary.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties and tasks as commensurate with the position as agreed with the Log Yard and Quality Station Controller.

Our Requirements

• Chain saw users licence desirable.
• Familiarity with computer systems and basic standard of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good communication skills.
• Driving Licence 

We Offer

Join Northumberland's largest family-owned manufacturing employer; where employee wellbeing, health and safety are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering excellence in quality, customer service, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. You’ll benefit from a competitive pension and benefits package, a rewarding and diverse role, and access to cutting-edge technology and systems. From a thorough induction to ongoing professional development, we support your growth every step of the way.

Other benefits include:

• A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
• An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
• Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks. 
• The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
• 26.5 days holiday.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Subsidised school holiday kids clubs. 
• An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
• Tailored training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
• On-site restaurant.
• Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
• Free parking in a secure staff car park.
• Successful candidates may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as part of our commitment to maintaining high standards of workplace safety.