Employment

We have an exciting opportunity for an Accountant to join our team!  This position will be focused on accounting and analysis of information related to payroll and benefits for active and retired employees.  Reconciliation of accounts, preparation of audit and tax schedules, and running and development of payroll system reports to provide support data for a cross functional working environment of Corporate Finance and HR staff.

Essential Functions:

The following is a list of general job responsibilities for the Accountant position.  This list is not all-inclusive and may be broadened or changed to meet changing business needs. 

• Self-insured health and welfare, COBRA, post-retirement, pension, and workers’ compensation support
• Reconciliation of monthly/quarterly/annual payroll and benefit related accounts
• Prepare and post monthly payroll and benefit journal vouchers
• Prepare payroll/benefits related financial audit schedules
• Prepare payroll/benefits related 401(k) schedules
• Assist with two 401(k) benefit plan audits
• Annual corporate payroll/benefits tax reporting
• Annual payroll budget support
• Payroll tax research and notification response
• Accounts receivable and accounts payable support
• Support the Corporate Controller and other Finance personnel by performing analysis, producing schedules, or other duties as directed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• At least 3 years of experience in accounting or equivalent work
• Knowledge of transaction processing flow and internal controls
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to compose and edit correspondence
• Superior attention to detail

• Ability conduct self in a professional manner and  to maintain effective and professional relationships
• Effective and productive communications skills; speaks well, communicates ideas clearly.  Writes well, clearly and concisely.  Is approachable and open to discussion.
• Learns, applies and retains new methods and information.  Creative in solving problems.  Exhibits a “can do” attitude with a positive approach to challenges.  Views obstacles as opportunities to learn and grow.
• Ability to complete a high volume of work, in a timely manner, while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Ability to improve efficiency of existing processes, work well under pressure and maintain confidentiality
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills; must be able to effectively deal with ambiguity
• Ability to work and contribute in a team environment to meet departmental and Company goals
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrate self-starter, takes on and completes work without prompting

Desired Other Requirements:

• CPA or CMA
• Public Accounting experience
• Knowledge and ability to apply GAAP
• Demonstrated ability to research and interpret regulations involving GAAP, general accounting and payroll taxes

Behaviors:

• High level of confidentiality and discretion

• Leads by example and exemplifies the Green Diamond Core Values in actions and behaviors
• Ability to work with integrity, trust and commitment
• Ability to foster and support a diverse, ethical and respectful workplace
• Ability to share knowledge and participate in coaching and mentoring others
• Ability to be adaptable, tolerant of ambiguities and open to change
• Solutions-oriented team player
• Seeks out information, training, and other resources needed to facilitate continual professional development necessary to be successful in this position
• Participates in the building and maintaining of a positive and healthy organizational culture

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• This position is located in the Seattle Corporate Office.  Normal office environment with moderate noise levels, occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs., regular walking, sitting, bending, twisting, standing and reaching
• Ability to perform consistent work on a PC
• Ability to work non-standard work hours, including periodic early mornings, evenings and weekends as needed to meet the essential responsibilities of the job

A few other points of interest about life at Green Diamond…

We offer a highly competitive health benefits package, including Medical/Dental/Vision/Life and Disability Insurance.  We also offer an excellent 401(k) plan with both a company core contribution AND a company match, bus/ferry/train commute reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

Please send resumes to Chavell Shaffer at cshaffer@greendiamond.com.

Position open until filled.

JOB TITLE: Forestry Technician – Korbel Location

PAY RATE: Commensurate with experience; eligible for benefits and overtime pay

WORK HOURS: Normal 40 hrs/week with frequent overtime required

JOB PURPOSE: Provide assistance to the licensed foresters to design and layout harvest units and roads.  This will be accomplished by aiding foresters in the field reconnaissance and flagging of road locations, stream protection zones, setting boundaries and related wildlife habitat retention areas.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Under the direction of a RPF (Registered Professional Forester) will:

• Help identify and flag property lines, stream protection zones and setting boundaries.
• Help flag and paint previously located road grades and landing locations.
• Aid in reconnaissance of new areas for future development and harvest alternatives.
• Keep legible, accurate records and write technical reports.
• Assist in other forestry functions as needed.
• Active participation in Company safety program.
• Work in steep rugged terrain, inclement weather and have tolerance to poison oak and insect bites.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have successfully completed college forestry courses such as dendrology, surveying, forest road layout and design, and logging systems
• Must be proficient in the use of forest engineering equipment
• Must be able to work alone
• Must have the ability to see distance and detail with accuracy and  have good hearing
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Ability to successfully and consistently work in rough rugged terrain in occasional harsh weather conditions.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Effective and professional relationships both inside and outside the company.
• Effective and productive communications skills; speaks well, communicates ideas clearly.  Writes well, clearly and concisely.  Is approachable and open to discussion.
• Conducts self in a professional manner at all times.  Treats others with respect at all times.
• Manages multiple priorities professionally with minimum disruption to others.  Organized and proactively manages environment.  Responds to unexpected challenges successfully without losing track of daily responsibilities.  Reliably follows through with job assignments.
• Learns, applies and retains new methods and information.  Creative in solving problems.  Exhibits a “can do” attitude with a positive approach to challenges.

DESIRED:   

• Degree in Forestry and/or Natural Resources Management.
• Previous field layout experience related to forestry.
• Knowledge of harvesting systems and road layout skills.
• Working knowledge of the California Forest Practice rules and their application
• Advanced working knowledge of logging systems, equipment operation, and field layout experience

EMPLOYER PAID PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL AND DRUG TEST IS REQUIRED.

Applications accepted through Friday May 24, 2013

Send resumes and cover letters to GDRCo, Attn: Debi Callahan dcallahan@greendiamond.com or fax: 707-668-3782.  EOE

Please send resumes to Debi Callahan at dcallahan@greendiamond.com.

Position open until 5-24-13.

JOB TITLE: Equipment Operator - Korbel

PAY RATE:  $19.34 for the first 30 days, $21.64 after 30 days                                                               

WORK HOURS:  40 hours.  Some overtime work may be available. Work may be influenced by extreme weather conditions and will be scheduled as needed.

JOB PURPOSE:  Operate equipment necessary to the building, rocking, upgrading, and maintaining of harvest access roads.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a current commercial driver’s license with valid medical card.
• Must be a qualified truck driver plus be able to operate one or more additional pieces of equipment – Grader, Front End Loader, Gradall, Back Hoe, Excavator or Tractor.
• Must have a good attitude and safety record.
• Must be able to safely operate a power saw.
• Must comply with all established safety requirements.
• Must be alert to potential hazards and respond appropriately.
• Must be comfortable hauling heavy loads on steep forest roads.
• Must be experienced in road building, culvert installation, and or road maintenance.
• Maintains punctual and regular attendance

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years of combined experience as a truck driver and operating one or more additional pieces of equipment – Grader, Front End Loader, Gradall, Back Hoe, Excavator or Tractor.
• Experience operating equipment on logging roads or on rough terrain

EMPLOYER PAID PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL AND DRUG TEST IS REQUIRED

Physical Requirements may be requested from the Human Resources Department using contact below.

Please submit application no later than Friday, May 24, 2013

Applications can be received at:  Green Diamond Resource Company

                                                      5151 Hwy 101 North – (Brainard Yard)

                                                      OR CALL:      Virginia Wood @ 707-668-3781

                                                       OR EMAIL:    dcallahan@greendiamond.com

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Please send resumes to Debi Callahan at dcallahan@greendiamond.com.

Position open until 5-24-13.

Rate of Pay:  $15.50 plus shift differential if applicable

Work Hours:  40 hours per week with overtime as needed

Shift:  Day or Weekend

Location:  Korbel, California

JOB PURPOSE:   To perform manual labor for clean- up of various lumber manufacturing wood waste and debris from sawmill and planing mill manufacturing facility.  The goal is to keep work areas clean and free of hazards and debris to provide a smooth and steady flow of lumber products moving through the designated machine centers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must have the ability to work in small, tight, confined areas. This includes the ability to climb ladders, steps and work safely on uneven ground.
• Must have the ability to lift, push and pull various weights (light to heavy) of lumber, bark and sawdust using various hand tools in a safe and efficient manner.  Tools include shovels, brooms, rakes, carts, wheelbarrows and chain saws.
• Must be able to communicate with and follow directions from supervisors and maintenance personnel.
• Must follow all safety rules and procedures and use personal safety equipment as required.
• Must be able to work an eight or ten-hour shift and be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to learn how to safely operate assigned mobile equipment to perform job duties.
• Must have the ability to work in a team environment and cooperate with co-workers and supervisors.
• This position will also be trained to provide machine production relief or temporary vacancy work as necessary.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• This is an entry level position requiring manual labor.
• Desired experience  - one year of manual labor in industries such as construction or building trades .
• Must adhere to all safety policies and procedures.

Employer paid background check, pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol test is required.                 

If you are interested in this position send cover letter with resume to:

dmiller@calredco.com or fax to 707.268.3047

We will accept applications for this position until Friday, May 31, 2013.

 A.   Position Purpose

The Sales and Marketing Associate is the introductory position in the sales department, and serves as a sales trainee, gaining an understanding of the products, customers, and providing the Department with administrative support in order to meet monthly and annual sales targets.  The Sales and Marketing Associate is instrumental in assuring focused and productive communication with new and existing customers, external distributors, freight contractors, sales representatives and production locations. The Sales and Marketing Associate handles initial inquiries from customers, freight contractors, and vendors; working to ensure customer satisfaction and an accurate resolution of issues. The Sales and Marketing Associate is responsible for a variety of administrative functions essential for the everyday system operation and fulfillment of orders.

B.    Essential Functions

Coordinator Functions

• Maintain positive customer relations in all interactions with internal and external customers; providing information, support and problem solving while working through issues.
• Maintain current customer contact information database for all existing and potential customers.
• Enter sales orders into RLS for all members of the sales team as needed.    Reviews orders for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and reports issues to the Sales Manager.
• Manage freight billing; assign correct freight costs to customer orders, production facilities, and coordinates invoicing questions with accounting.  Coordinate shipping activity, freight pricing and invoices for incoming and outgoing orders.
• Notify customers when orders are ready to ship, coordinate shipping as needed.
• Work to resolve customer disputes regarding freight and orders, communicate resolution to accounting.
• Maintain and distribute lumber sales price list, customer list, sales/product information, Customer Coop Sales Report, and Due Code Calendar.
• Provide phone and pc support, coordinate customer visits, support travel, complete expense reports, supplies and mailings.
• Perform weekly, monthly and annual reporting to CRA and WWPA.
• Run orders, match invoices to manifests, finalize jackets and file documents for sales orders.

Sales Trainee Functions

• Learn all sales functions to include taking orders, entering orders, customer contact, etc.  Provides backup for sales team members.
• May give sales presentations and provide reports based on information collected such as marketing trends, competition, new products, and pricing.
• Answer customer calls, take customer orders, or determine needs of customer prior to passing on call to sales and/or marketing rep.
• Under the guidance of Sales & Marketing Reps learn essential sales skills, and gain strong understanding of products produced in the manufacturing facilities.
• Must have a focus on customer service, both internal and external, be market driven in the approach to work assignments and mindful of returning maximum value to CRC.
• Conduct special projects such as customer surveys, competitor analysis, product analysis and general market research as assigned.
• Coordinate lumber flow and aide in sales and service for manufacturing locations.
• Maintain a profile of known customers and prospects for California Redwood Company redwood products and services, detailing their volume of business, other products used, prices paid, needs, and other pertinent information.

Marketing Functions

• Provide support for CRC website, e-commerce and social media support.
• Assist with delivering defined/targeted marketing programs to support the growth and expansion of company products and services.
• Provide logistical and other related support activities for the product development and marketing strategy.
• Assist with product branding materials as assigned.
• Coordinate work and meetings with marketing/branding partners (supplier/vendors).
• Assist with/coordinate projects, meetings and branding strategy work as assigned.
• Maintain database and “library” of product knowledge, promotional materials product samples etc.
• Provide assistance and/or manage website design/information.
• As assigned evaluate websites of competitors as well as CRC retail/wholesale accounts.
• Assist with and/or coordinate branding/marketing events.

Other Functions

• Provide any/all administrative and functional support for sales team members, including Product Development Manager and Marketing Manager.
• Coordinate calendars/meetings as assigned.
• Work with Receptionist as backup for sales department travel.
• As assigned coordinate work and communication with Sales &Marketing Reps.
• Set up social functions for customers traveling to our facility to include: dinners, facility tours, Logging Conference, golf tournaments, etc. Plan and facilitate any other customer events as needed.
• Report customer questions, requests, needs and requirements to the Sales Manager.
• May be asked to participate in project work as needed to fulfill business goals and manufacturing strategies in relationship to capital projects for sales and marketing.
• Resolves problems or issues that are common and routine in nature.

C.     Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Daily work assignments and performance falls under the supervision of the Sales Manager and work is generally performed within standard and accepted business practices as established by the manager.
• Must maintain strong, positive relationship when working with all departments to assist in achieving positive results in all areas and meeting established expectations.
• Education:
  • BA or BS in Business, Sales or other applicable discipline.     

        Equivalent work experience is considered.

• Experience:
  • Experience in sales, accounting, marketing, and/or customer service is desired.
• Must be able to keep and maintain confidential company information and work within the Company Code of Business Conduct.
• Positive and effective interpersonal skills in person and on the phone.
• Must have ability to effectively work and contribute in a positive manner to the department in an open team environment to meet departmental and company goals. Maintain punctual and regular attendance.
• Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with co-workers within immediate work group, outside the immediate department, and with key contacts outside the company.
• Effective and productive communications skills; speaks well, communicates ideas clearly.  Writes clearly and concisely.  Is approachable and open to discussion.
• Conducts self in a professional manner at all times.  Treats others with respect, does not tolerate discrimination based on race, gender, religion, ethnic background, or national origin.
• Shares knowledge with others and participates in coaching/training others.
• Effectively manages multiple tasks and priorities professionally with minimum disruption to others.  Organized and proactively manages environment.  Responds to unexpected challenges successfully without losing track of daily responsibilities.  Prioritizes workload in order of importance.  Reliably follows through with job assignments.
• Learns, applies and retains new methods and information.  Creative in solving problems.  Exhibits a “can do” attitude with a positive approach to challenges.  Views obstacles as opportunities to learn and grow.
• Ability to work with individual team member styles in a team environment, adaptable, tolerant of ambiguities and open to change and ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and staff.
• Strong analytical and problem solving must be able to deal with ambiguity.
• Demonstrated self-starter takes on and completes work without prompting. Ability to complete a high volume of work, in a timely manner, while maintaining a high level of accuracy.     

D.  Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with moderate noise levels, occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs., regular walking, sitting, bending, twisting, standing and reaching.
• Occasional travel to customer locations and/or tradeshows required.
• Requires professional dress and appearance as it serves as the primary contact for the sales office.
• Ability to perform consistent work on a personal computer.

Job offers are contingent on passing a drug screen, breath alcohol test and background check. 

Send cover letter and resume with professional references to dmiller@calredco.com or fax to 707.268.3047 by Friday, May 17, 2013