Quality Technical Specialist

Quality Technical Specialist

Bell Lumber & Pole is seeking a Quality Technical Specialist to support the quality of our operational functions across our Southern locations. This is a hands-on role focused on ensuring that utility poles and production processes meet strict industry standards and company expectations. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, availability for moderate travel, and a passion for maintaining high-quality standards.

Location: South Eastern US (Travel between OK, LA, AR, MS) | Reports To: Quality Manager

Key Responsibilities

+ Conduct production yard audits and stock apply inspections. + Monitor pole inventory, perform physical re-assays, and document findings. + Retest poles inspected by QC Technicians for accuracy and compliance.

+ Train and mentor QC Technicians and production staff on inspection techniques, grading, and customer-specific testing. + Provide onboarding and refresher quality training as needed.

+ Maintain accurate inspection records and databases. + Manage treating certificate documentation and ensure calibration of critical equipment.

+ Participate in root cause investigations for quality issues and propose corrective actions. + Support continuous improvement initiatives through audits and best-practice training.

+ Collaborate with customers to address and resolve quality concerns professionally.

+ Ensure inspections and processes meet safety, regulatory, and company standards. + Assist the Quality Manager with reviewing and maintaining industry specification kits.

+ Travel regularly to Bell locations and customer sites as needed.

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About Bell Lumber & Pole Company

With a family legacy spanning over 115 years, Bell Lumber & Pole Co. and its businesses (Bell Timber Inc., Bell Structural Systems, Alamco Wood Products) have established a reputation for excellence. As one of the largest producers of high-quality, renewable wood poles and structures for utility and telecom companies across North America and beyond, Bell plays a vital role in powering the future.

We are also a leader in manufacturing mass timber structural components for commercial and industrial buildings, and we supply wood fence posts and barn poles to farmers and ranchers. Bell operates across 17 locations with a workforce of over 400 employees across the U.S. and Canada.

Our mission — to radically love and influence lives — is lived out both internally among our teams and externally through community engagement.

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity

Bell Lumber & Pole is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and affirmative action workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please call 651-203-2719 or email HRTeam@blpole.com.

Ready to join the Bell family and make a difference? Apply today!

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