Planer Swing Shift Supervisor - Warrenton, Oregon

Hampton Lumber is a thriving family-owned company aspiring to be North 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 to grow, 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. 

We are currently seeking a Planer Supervisor Swing Shift to join our Warrenton Planer Team. This is a hands-on leadership role. This person will be safety orientated, people focused, and goal driven. They also must be approachable and trustworthy. They are responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the swing shift team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to safety, quality, continuous improvement, training, teamwork, and retention of the team. They will work closely as part of the leadership team to promote our common goal to be the Employer of Choice in our community.

Schedule: Monday through Thursday. Hours may vary slightly based on needs of the operation.

• 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

Safety

• Will not compromise safety – personally or for the crew. Will set the example for crew members with regard to safety, will be an advocate for safety, and promote safe work behaviors.
• Set and maintain all safety standards for Sawmill personnel.
• Housekeeping will involve maintaining a clean and orderly work environment in all locations. This includes buildings, grounds, lunchrooms, bathrooms, and rolling stock.
• Will provide relevant and effective safety training for Sawmill personnel.

 Quality

• Responsible for the quality of products produced by the sawmill swing shift.
• This person must perform visual lumber quality checks. Spot checks will also be required whenever a fellow operator identifies a potential quality problem.
• This person will ensure the maximum value of the raw material is being extracted through using WoodSmart data.
• Will be goal oriented with the quality assurance function and all personnel that assists with that function. Will execute established standards for quality checks, at all stages of production and compare actual results against them.

 Production

• Will supervise and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in the production of logs to rough lumber.
• Establish standards for each machine center and compare actual results.
• Works in coordination and cooperation with other departments.
• Implements measures to improve production methods
• Knowledge of maintenance requirements for a sawmill operation
• Involve Human Resource Office in changes affecting personnel
• Train and motivate employees
• Maintain time sheets 

Personal

• Will be a leader…..build a community of purpose with the passion for excellence to match the Hampton Vision.
• Will demonstrate the highest level of integrity. Will be honest and forthcoming with information both in success and failures.
• Will use and promote innovation techniques in problem-solving and by extension, promote innovation in the crew.
• Will have positive behavior about daily activities and display a positive image to all employees.
• Will be a team builder and promote teamwork. Will work well with peers and contribute to the success of the company.   Will be inquisitive and take the initiative to always “Find a Better Way”.

 Skills, Education and Training Required

• Experience in supervisory or lead responsibilities and/or can demonstrate professional and technical expertise.
• Correctly interpret company policies and procedures, in particular safety policies/procedures.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply the latest technologies.
• Must have the ability to learn the Sawmill manufacturing process, including the operation and troubleshooting of sawmill equipment.
• Must maintain a current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects to meet production schedule.
• Ability to resolve problems and follow through with all concerned parties.
• Analyze and resolve work problems and/or assist all teammates in solving work problems.

Additional Preferences:

• Familiarity with dimension sawmill and Sawmill operations.
• Knowledge of optimization systems for a Sawmill.
• Knowledge of quality control concepts and procedures in a modern sawmilling environment.
• Proficient typing skills and familiarity with Microsoft Word & Microsoft Excel.

Hampton took over management of the Warrenton plant in 2010, however, this site has had a sawmill on it since 1921. We currently employ 140 people, some of which have worked here for over 30 years while others have just started their careers. This creates an incredible team of skilled problem-solvers who work together to continuously improve in all areas within the plant-site. Warrenton employees live out the company’s deep commitment to people, community, and sustainability—the heart of Hampton’s company culture—by supporting organizations such as 4H, Girls Build, Robotics Club, and the Clatsop Works Internship program.

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.