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Entry Level - Sawmill - Weekend Shift


Company : Hampton Lumber


Location : Willamina, OR


Created : 2026-03-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

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.The position'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 and will be asked to perform the following tasks; general facility clean up including picking up slabs, sticks, sawdust, chips off lower mill floors, assist with bandsaw changes, chipper knives, chainsaw maintenance and assist with dust mitigation.The shift is Thursday through Sunday - 4:30pm to 3:00am.Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three yearsPaid time off, including eight paid holidaysOpportunity to earn bonusesEmployee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and moreOpportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal developmentPick up slabs, sticks, sawdust, and chips off lower mill floorsAssist with dust mitigationMaintain a safe environment andcomply with allsafety policies and proceduresApply good housekeeping standards to your work area or any area you observeMonitor chipper/waste system. Learn how to keep them running. Learn what to check when they have stopped.Change chipper knives. Learn to identify potential problems with the chipper.Completion ofhigh-school or equivalent preferred but not requiredSawmillexperience preferred but not requiredMust be able to safely work at a moderate to fast pace Lifting is 20-30 pounds on a continuous basisMust be willing to learn new skillsBe a team player and self-starterWilling to work overtime when neededOur Willamina plant has been in operation since 1942. Today, with over 250 employees, the Willamina mill is Hampton’s largest and longest running facility. More than half of our employees have worked here for over ten years and many retire after working here for decades. We have a long tradition of community involvement and are proud supporters of school organizations, food banks, and a variety of local events. We also promote enhanced access to nature and wellness for our employees and all members of the community.Learn more athamptonlumber.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.