Forklift Operator - Shipping

Hampton Lumber is a fourth-generation, family-owned company headquartered in Portland, Oregon. With over 80 years in the sawmill business, Hampton operates sawmills in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia and markets wood products all over the world. Hampton also manages a wholesale and lumber export division and numerous reload, remanufacturing, and engineered wood manufacturing and sales operations throughout the U.S. through affiliates, Idaho Timber and RedBuilt. All of Hampton’s forestlands are certified by the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), an independent, non-profit organization that promotes sustainable forest management. SFI-certified forests play an important role in water conservation, wildlife habitat, and climate solutions. 

This position's primary function is to be responsible for managing inventory, rotating of inventory, loading trucks, and helping the planer outfeed as needed. This job is located in the Finished- End area and is under the supervision of the Finished-End Supervisor. Work weekends, overtime and other shifts as necessary to meet the needs of the operation.  It is every person’s job to maintain the shipping/outfeed of the Planer facility to a world class standard of cleanliness and organization. 

• Schedule: This is a fulltime position, Monday-Friday,
• Wage is $25.77 ($53,601 annually not including overtime or production bonuses).  Ability to earn more money when you are proficient in specified tasks.

• 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

• Complete Daily Inspection Sheet prior to operating PIT
• Understand truck loading policy and lumber stacking policy
• Report leak(s) no matter how minor and damage to the truck shop to get them repaired before operating.
• Maintain a clean work station, all tools and supplies used in our jobs will be stored and orderly
• Forklift housekeeping includes but not limited to, blowing out engine compartment, washing lift, disinfecting, and removal of garbage.
• Do other jobs that you are qualified to do
• Be self-motivated and be a team player
• Attention to detail and time management skills
• Stock rotation, staging and/or plan for future loads
• Work some weekends and overtime to meet the needs of the operation
• Operate a Lift Truck in a safe manner

• PIT certification and/or obtain certification
• Have strong communication both verbal and written
• Ability to work/communicate professionally with lumber carriers, vendors, and sales team
• Good hand/eye coordination
• Working knowledge of lumber species and product mix preferred but not required
• Ability to identify attributes and barcodes is preferred but not required
• Proficient in Excel and Lumbertrack is preferred but not required

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.

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.

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