Raute is the partner to future-proof the wood industry. Our technologies cover different production processes with supporting digital and analytics solutions for engineered wood products.

Additionally, we offer full-scale service concept ranging from spare parts to regular maintenance and modernizations. Our innovative hardware and software solutions are designed to support our customers efficient consumption of natural resources.

In mill-scale projects, Raute is a global market leader both in the plywood and LVL industries. Raute’s head office and main production is located in Lahti, Finland.

The company’s other production plants are located in Kajaani, Finland, the Vancouver area of Canada, Changzhou, China and in Pullman, WA, USA.

We are committed to our employees and their work life balance, benefits, and retirement goals. Here is what we can offer you :

• Extended health benefits for you and your family (vision, medical, dental, prescription coverage)
• RRSP employer contribution matching
• Annual health spending account
• Employee appreciation events
• Employees grow here and are encouraged apply for other internal roles. including apprenticeships
• Paid time off
• Highly competitive wages

ABOUT THE POSITION - LVL and Plywood Specialist

The LVL and Plywood Specialist, will report to the Head of Technical Sales Support located in Finland. This role primary focus will be conducting technical plans and mill audits at customers' mills, providing technical and technology support to the sales and quotation team, participating in production development projects at customer mills, and R&D projects.

The LVL and Plywood Specialist will be located at the Raute Delta office (Vancouver area) and must have flexibility to travel to customer sites if needed.

Responsibilities

• Create technical plans and mill audits at our customer’s mills
• Provide technical and technology support for sales and quotation team
• Design and develop mill lay-out and material flow
• Participate to the production development projects at customer’s mills
• Support production ramp-up of mills and production lines / modernizations
• Participate to the R&D projects

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Engineering or Master of Science in machine design, automation or wood processing technology
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in working at plywood, veneer or LVL factory in development or management roles
• Flexibility to travel to customer sites locally throughout Canada and internationally
• Must possess a valid passport and driver's license

Attributes

• Exceptional communications and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment with a positive and professional attitude under pressure
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply online at by August 15th, 2024.

Raute is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.