Wood Products

Quality Control Assistant – Gilbert Smith Forest Products

During my work term at Gilbert Smith Forest Products, I have been involved in several projects focused on process optimization, automation, and technology development within a cedar lumber manufacturing environment.

Research Assistant – University of British Columbia

I have been working on a variety of wood product testing and research projects during my co-op term, with a focus on evaluating the mechanical performance of lumber and glulam.

Research Assistant – Sustainable Built Environment Lab, UBC

I had the opportunity to continue the light frame wood construction project at UBC’s Sustainable Built Environment Lab. In this phase, I focused on timber-to-timber connection systems and how they might support more reversible construction.

Quality Control Lead – West Fraser

I am currently completing my final co-op term at West Fraser’s Cochrane Sawmill, working as the Sawmill Quality Control. In this role, I help monitor and maintain the accuracy of lumber grading and scanning systems to ensure consistent product quality.

Timber Engineering Project Worker – Faculty of Forestry & Environmental Stewardship, University of British Columbia

During my co-op term at the Timber Engineering and Applied Mechanics (TEAM) Lab, I have been working closely with graduate researchers to support experimental testing on mass timber products, assist with sample preparation, and manage data collection for structural performance studies. Through this experience, I have strengthened my technical skills in laboratory procedures, quality control, and data analysis, while also gaining a deeper understanding of how material behavior, testing protocols, and experimental variability influence real-world engineering design.