Hard Skills
EntryManual Material HandlingThe physical ability to lift, carry, and stack wood products of various sizes and weights efficiently while following ergonomic best practices.
IntermediateWood Species and Grade RecognitionIdentifying different types of wood, dimensions, and quality grades to ensure they are sorted and stacked according to order specifications.
BasicMill Safety and OHS ComplianceKnowledge and application of Occupational Health and Safety standards specific to wood processing environments, including lockout/tagout and PPE use.
IntermediateMechanical Stacker OperationThe ability to operate and monitor automated or semi-automated stacking equipment and conveyor systems used in wood processing.
IntermediateVisual Defect InspectionContinuous monitoring of wood products for defects such as rot, splits, or knots during the stacking process to filter out substandard materials.
BasicBasic Inventory DocumentationRecording counts, stack quantities, and marking completed bundles for tracking within the mill's inventory management system.