Operator 2 - Sawmill

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 ten sawmills across Oregon, Washington, South Carolina, 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 motto, "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. 

THIS POSITION IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO DARRINGTON EMPLOYEES AT THIS TIME

This position's primary function is to learn to safely operate multiple machine centers in the Sawmill, maintain the flow of production, and ensure we are producing the highest valued product for the organization. This person will be in close communication with maintenance, production operators, and management on a regular basis.

Work schedule; Monday-Thursday (hours and days may vary dependent upon the needs of the facility).

Wage $26.79 - $32.56 per hour ($55,723 - $67,724 annually, before shift differential, overtime and production bonus). Production bonuses are possible for every employee each month, based on the plant site’s target goals. 

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

General Job Description

The Sawmill Operator 2 safely operates and learns multiple machine centers, maintains production flow, supports product quality, and helps maximize product value. The position works closely with production employees, maintenance, and supervision to identify and resolve safety, mechanical, quality, and process concerns.

Assigned machine centers may include gang saw, edger, trimmer, stacker, and other sawmill equipment. Employees must follow all company safety and work standards and may rotate to other jobs as operational needs require.

Job Function

• Practice safe work habits and comply with all company safety and work standards
• Operate assigned sawmill machine centers safely and efficiently
• Maintain production flow, product quality, and equipment awareness.
• Maintain clean, orderly work areas and support break rotation as qualified
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with production, maintenance, and supervision

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow all safety, guarding, and lockout/tagout requirements
• Operate assigned machinery, controls, and production positions safely
• Monitor lumber flow, quality, and equipment; report and respond to problems promptly
• Clear jams or upset conditions only after equipment is properly secured
• Complete inspections, lubrication, housekeeping, and routine preventive maintenance
• Assist maintenance during planned work and breakdowns
• Complete required training and assist with employee training as assigned
• Monitor product quality, dimensions, and machine performance; promptly communicate mechanical, quality, size, safety, or production concerns
• Change saws, guides, and related machine components as trained and authorized.
• Use hand tools and other assigned tools safely and correctly
• Assist with employee training and provide break rotation or coverage on other qualified jobs
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and support safe housekeeping throughout the sawmill
• Work scheduled overtime and complete end-of-shift cleanup as needed

Experience or training required:

• Fall Protection Certification
• Crane Operation Certification
• Chainsaw (may not be required)

• Basic Knowledge of Lumber Grades

Preferred Experience

• Experience operating Trimmer, Sorter, Stacker
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills
• Experience in a high-production environment
• Sawmill, Planer Mill, or Manufacturing experience 

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and decision-making skills
• Ability to adjust equipment based on lumber characteristics
• Strong communication and situational awareness
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and report to work as scheduled
• Ability to work scheduled overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts when required by operational needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a loud, dusty, industrial environment
• Ability to work indoors in heat and cool temperatures
• Ability to safely enter and exit equipment multiple times during shift
• Prolonged standing and walking
• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces
• Frequent bending, reaching, and climbing
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally

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.

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