This position is with a top company located near a ton of outdoor recreational activities. Close proximity to Glacier National Park, skiing, boating, fishing, hiking and many other outdoor activities make this a wonderful area.

As the QC/Technical Manager you will provide technical expertise to support the plant from a product performance, customer expectation and product quality standpoint.

• Fill in for Mill Manager in his/her absence, at times, as part of the mill leadership team.
• Leading lab staff & procedures including:
• Optimizing and maintaining recipes for products
• Claims reporting and resolution
• Maintaining the Quality Management System and 3rd party accreditations
• Ensuring lab instrumentation is calibrated and verified for product and process key variables
• Problem solving on an as needed basis (serving as the lead technical resource)
• Maintaining relationships with 3rd parties i.e. vendors, certification bodies, customers.
• Responsible for continuous improvement in safety, housekeeping, waste reduction, quality, productivity, customer satisfaction and cost management in the lab and QC department.
• Actively involved in the development of team members through training, coaching and regular performance evaluations of lab personnel.

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field is required. An advanced technical degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Engineered wood products preferred.
• 5+ years technical experience
• 3+ years of demonstrated leadership & supervisory skills and experience
• Demonstrated success in working with customers, direct reports, peers, other employees.
• Travel to customers to understand customer’s business, address quality issue(s), and work with customers to improve product performance for their applications when needed
• Team oriented and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be proactive in process improvements and have excellent follow-through in meeting commitments.
• Strong computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and experience with industrial statistics and statistical analysis.
• Capable of managing multiple projects with strong organizational skills with very close attention to detail.
• Must be able to prioritize and multitask with ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Critical thinker, enthusiastic and positive approach towards team members and work.
• Ability to meet timelines and deal tactfully and courteously with business stakeholders.
• Knowledge of quality control techniques and wood technology measurements.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve problems and engage with associates