FinScan’s customer-oriented product development, combined with a solid knowledge of the latest technologies has resulted in modern and efficient solutions for the sawmill industry over the years. Now our latest product development for BoardMaster, the bird eye detection implemented with neural networks, is the first in the world in production use.

​The bird eye detection was developed for market specific needs to Maderas Arauco Nueva Aldea sawmill in Chile. Bird eye defects are a crucial defect type in Chile’s main wood species radiata pine. FinScan has already utilized deep neural networks in their systems and now the technology is used for bird eye detection. The bird eye detection uses deep neural networks to detect bird eye from non-planed and planed wood. The bird eye detection ensures high grading accuracy, improved defect detection and delivers more reliable optimization results. The time-consuming defect detection training has already been done by our product development. The system doesn’t require any detection training from customer’s side and it can be taken into use directly.

The BoardMasterNOVA was delivered to Maderas Arauco Nueva Aldea sawmill in Chile in 2018. It was FinScan’s second delivery to South-America. The first FinScan grading system was delivered to Uruguay in 2016. Contract with Maderas Arauco was made in summer 2018 and delivery was made in the end of 2018. BoardMaster was installed and taken into use in the sawmill’s dry sorting line in the beginning of 2019.

​Maderas Arauco is the most significant producer of sawn timber in Chile and the eighth biggest producer of sawn timber in the world. Maderas Arauco produces approximately 4,5 million m³ of lumber per year. The company has eight sawmills in Chile and one in Argentina. Maderas Arauco is constantly updating its production lines. Increased speed and human errors in production were main reasons for the company to invest in automated grading system in their sawmill. FinScans BoardMaster was chosen from possible solutions due to its excellent grading results.

About the Role - Business Development Representative
We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate person to join our team as a Business Development Representative. This is a full-time position that requires a hardworking, dependable and reliable individual. This position is responsible for selling FinScan product line throughout North America.

Important: This person should already be living in the area (preferably the Pacific Northwest region of Canada/USA region) - international candidates from outside of Canada or United States will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop new sales opportunities for FinScan's leading auto-grading system for sawmills, BoardMaster.
• Establishes, develops and maintains business relationships with current customers and prospective customers in the assigned territory/market segment to generate new business for the organization's products/services.
• Makes telephone calls and in-person visits and presentations to existing and prospective customers.
• Update sales in the Company’s Database
• Provide pre and post-sales support to customers.
• Participates in trade shows and conventions.
• Requires some travel on a regional basis.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications

• ​Sawmill equipment sales experience with optimizer, controls, and mechanical
• Ability to work independently
• Must be willing to cold call customers daily
• Computer knowledge with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Professional
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills
• Valid Driver's license
• Demonstrated aptitude for problem-solving; ability to determine solutions for customers.
• Must be result-oriented and able to work both independently and within a team environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Competitive salary and benefits package included.


About FinScan
Since 1988, FinScan continues to be the leading developer and supplier of automated lumber grading systems. FinScan's technology, know-how and experience are your biggest assets in making your mill more profitable. FinScan’s products are implemented in over 400 installations worldwide where leading wood processing companies can be found.Feel you are a perfect fit?

Email your resume to Josh Payeur at jocelin@finscaninc.com.