Log Scaler

Company Overview

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc. (NWH) was founded in 1967 and is a leading manufacturer and supplier of hardwood lumber to North America, Europe, and Asia. The company serves the furniture, flooring, cabinet, molding, and millwork industries with 14+ hardwood species from major U.S. growing regions, as well as imported plywood and exotic lumber. NWH operates over 20 manufacturing and warehousing facilities, including sawmills, concentration yards, and distribution facilities, using innovative technologies to streamline procurement. NWH supplies only sustainable, high‑quality hardwoods to protect resources for future generations.

Position Overview

The log scaler works as a log yard team member, learning and understanding all aspects of grading and scaling logs, and is cross‑trained on rolling stock to fill in as needed. The scaler is a vital part of the log team and works directly with loggers, truck drivers, and foresters.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate log quality and determine grade using NWH criteria.
• Measure physical logistics of the log.
• Learn to operate log yard equipment.
• Communicate with foresters, loggers, and truck drivers.
• Enter log characteristics into computer systems.

Requirements

• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Open to a flexible schedule (Friday and Saturdays required during the logging season, up to 60 hours total).
• Forestry or scaling experience is a plus but not required.
• Capable of working both in a team environment and independently with little supervision.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong commitment to personal, team, and supplier/contractor safety.
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to work through conflict.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to develop peer‑to‑peer relationships.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation program with profit‑sharing plan.
• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision care coverage.
• Pre‑tax Health Savings Account.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Company‑paid life insurance and short‑term disability.
• Paid vacation and paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Schedule

Flexible schedule required; Friday and Saturdays are mandatory during the logging season, with a total of up to 60 hours per week.