Sawmill Entry Level Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Hampton Lumber is a thriving family-owned company aspiring to beNorth America's preferred source for responsibly-sourced wood solutions. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, we operate nine sawmills in Western Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. We also manage timberland and operate a wholesale and import/export division.  

Our mission is togrow, manufacture, and market renewable wood products and deliver innovative solutions for a more sustainable built environment. At Hampton Lumber, we accomplish this through our own operations as well as those of our affiliates-Trapa Forest Products, Idaho Timber, and RedBuilt. Our tagline, "Find a better way every day," encapsulates our commitment to innovation and improvement across all operations. 

We are guided by our core values: 

• Safety - Prioritize safety across all operations.
• Integrity & Authenticity - Operate honestly and ethically while preserving our distinctive family-owned brand.
• Responsible Stewardship - Endeavor to balance and maintain economic, social, and environmental values in everything we do.
• Tenacity - Embrace challenges with grit, determination, and a can-do spirit. 
• Continuous Improvement - Strive to enhance our processes, products, and people.
• Customer Satisfaction - Be nimble, responsive, and solutions-oriented.
• Community Engagement - Be a responsive, supportive, and respected member of the community.

With over 80 years in the sawmill business, we are proud to have cultivated the knowledge and experience needed to grow and prosper, even in challenging times. We always look to the future and invest in our people, new technologies, and continuous improvement processes and techniques. 

The primary function of Entry Level - Operator 1 at the Randle Division, is to keep the facility clean in order to eliminate safety and fire hazards. The person in this position will work in the Sawmill or Planer and will be asked to perform the following tasks; general facility clean up including picking up slabs, sticks, sawdust, chips off lower mill floors, and assist with dust mitigation. This is a full time position with cross training lead-ins to operate some of the advanced production equipment in the facility.

• Starting work schedule: Tuesday-Friday, Day Shift (3:00 AM to 1:30 PM, flexible as needed, must be willing to also work swing shift).
• Wage starts at $23.34 per hour. ($48,547 per year before any overtime and production bonuses). Production Bonuses are possible for every employee each month, based on the plant site's target goals. Also includes a $1500 hiring bonus! 

Entry Level - Operator 1, is just the first step towards a long list of exciting and diverse job opportunities available at Hampton Lumber. As you are trained on different mill production jobs to assist with rotations, you will gain the job experience to become proficient on advanced positions with wage increase possibilities. Hampton Lumber also maintains apprenticeship programs, where employees can receive advanced training to develop the skills needed to receive Journeyman status in skilled trade positions such as Millwright or Electrician, with all the required classes paid for by the company. 

• Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
• 401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
• Paid time off, including eight paid holidays
• Opportunity to earn bonuses
• Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
• Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development

• Maintain a safe working environment and comply with all safety policies and procedures
• General facility clean up including picking up slabs, sticks, sawdust, chips, and other wood debris off lower mill floors
• Assist with blow down and dust mitigation
• Apply good housekeeping standards to your work area or any area you observe

• Must be 18 years of age and able to pass a drug screen and background check
• Completion of high-school or equivalent preferred but not required
• Sawmill experience preferred but not required
• Must be able to safely work at a moderate to fast pace
• Lifting is 20-30 pounds on a continuous basis
• Must be willing to learn new skills
• Be a team player and self-starter
• Must be willing to work day or night shift

The Randle facility has been in operation under Hampton Lumber ownership since 1999. Located in the heart of the Cowlitz Valley, the Randle plant employs over 150 team members, many of which have worked here for decades. We are committed to working together to continuously improve in all areas within the plant-site to ensure a safe and competitive facility. We team up with the community to support local school and sports programs, festivals, food banks, and charities such as our Adopt-A-Family program. The area is home to beautiful national forests with pristine rivers, lakes, and mountains filled with recreation and adventure for all to enjoy! 

Learn more at hamptonlumber.com, or follow us on Facebook: @HamptonLumber.  You can also learn about our company and our priorities by visiting our blog. 

Hampton Lumber is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law. 

Disability accommodation available: If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office for the location that you are applying.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: EEO is the Law and its accompanying temporary supplement.