Operator 1

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. 

An 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 Planer and 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.

Shift Schedule: Swing Shift 4:30pm - 3:00am | Monday - Thursday | Weekends, Holidays, & Overtime as required

This position has an hourly rate of: $24.04 base pay + applicable shift differential ($50,003 annually).  Production bonuses are possible for every employee each month, based on the plant site’s target goals.  

• 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 Planer Operator 1 performs entry-level planer tasks including paper wrapping, barcoding, cutting sticks and dunnage, cleanup, and monitoring the stick machine. The operator works safely with the team and promptly reports equipment, quality, or production concerns to the supervisor or utility operator.

Job Function

Perform assigned Planer Operator 1 tasks safely, accurately, and efficiently using approved tools, equipment, and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and lockout/tagout requirements
• Complete required daily operator tasks for each assigned machine center
• Wrap lumber units with paper and apply barcodes accurately
• Cut sticks and dunnage to specified sizes using the table saw and other approved equipment
• Recognize and promptly report mechanical, operating, product-quality, or size concerns to the supervisor or lead.
• Operate assigned machinery efficiently according to established procedures to prevent damage to equipment or product.
• Assist with training employees as assigned by the supervisor
• Provide break coverage for other qualified positions as assigned
• Clean assigned areas and maintain proper housekeeping to support a safe work environment
• Work overtime as necessary

Experience or Training Required:

• Must hold or obtain required Fall Protection and Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certifications
• Fall Protection
• Lockout
• Ladder
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity, with the ability to communicate effectively, work independently or as part of a team, and complete assigned tasks reliably with attention to detail.

Preferred Experience

• Basic understanding of lumber flow through the planer
• Experience in an industrial or high-production environment
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks consistently
• Ability to identify and promptly communicate equipment, product quality, and size concerns
• Willingness and ability to learn additional Planer Operator tasks
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a loud, dusty, industrial environment
• Prolonged standing and walking
• Frequent bending, reaching, and climbing

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.