Operator 1 - Hampton Lumber

Company Summary:

Hampton Lumber is a family-owned wood products company headquartered in Portland, Oregon. With over 1,700 employees, we operate ten sawmills in Western Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. We also manage timberland and operate a wholesale and export division. With nearly 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.

Overview:

The position of Operator 1's primary function is to keep the facility clean in order to eliminate safety and fire hazards. The individual in this position will work in the Sawmill/Planer. Regularly perform the following tasks: general facility clean up including picking up slabs, sticks, sawdust, chips off lower mill floors, and assist with dust mitigation.

Training that may be required:

1. Fall Protection
2. Lockout
3. PIT (Powered Industrial Truck)
4. Ladder

 

Swing Shift Schedule: 

Mon-Thurs 4:30pm-3am (Schedule is subject to change based on the needs of the facility)

 

Clean-up/Relief Schedule: 

Wed-Sat 2pm-12:30am (Schedule is subject to change based on the needs of the facility)

 

 

This position has an hourly rate of $22.00 ($45,760 annually) which does not include any applicable shift differential. Production bonuses are possible for every employee each month, based on the plant site’s target goals.  

 

Salary Range $22.00-$29.80/hour

Benefits Highlights:

Generous company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; cost-effective co-pays & deductibles. Vision, Short Term Disability, Roth and pre-tax 401k, with a 2% company match and an additional 5% annual employer contribution, fully vested after three years. 

PTO is available for all employees. 

Responsibilities:

• Practice safe work habits and comply with all company work and safety standards
• Keep sawmill/planer clean – areas include basement, walkways, chipper and etc.
• Pick up slabs, sticks, sawdust, and chips off lower mill floors
• Assist with dust mitigation
• Good communication skills through writing, speech and hearing
• Follow company lockout policies
• Notify supervisor of any problems that might arise
• Be willing to train at machine centers
• Help relieve for breaks and lunches
• Apply good housekeeping standards to your work area or any area you observe

More About Us:

Darrington is a small town nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Cascade Mountains with easy access to national parks, hiking, skiing, fishing, and hunting. Hampton Lumber took over ownership of the Darrington mill in 2002 and today employs 175 people in good, family-wage jobs. We’re committed to creating a safe, competitive facility and opportunities for growth for our employees. Here, you have a career, not just a job. We take pride in this community and help where we can by supporting school events, athletic and family assistance programs, scholarships, and local clubs/businesses.

 

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. 

EEO Statement:

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 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.