Human Resources Generalist

Company Summary:

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. 

Overview:

The HR Generalist supports day-to-day human resources operations for the Allendale mill, responsible for effective execution of HR processes across, recruiting, employee relations, onboarding, training and workforce administration.  This role will partner closely with mill Supervision to build the desired culture, support workforce readiness and ensure the mill is staffed, trained and compliant in all applicable regulations.

Benefits Highlights:

• 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
• Participation in the employee bonus program
• 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

Responsibilities:

Recruiting & Staffing Execution

• Participate in hourly recruiting (operators, maintenance, support roles)
• Partner with supervisors to define hiring needs and timelines
• Work alongside HR Manager to manage job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and offers
• Support pre-employment processes (background checks, drug screens, onboarding readiness)

 

Onboarding & Workforce Integration

• Execute structured onboarding for all new hires
• Ensure completion of required documentation (I-9, E-Verify, policy acknowledgments)
• Coordinate new hire orientation and initial safety training
• Partner with operations to ensure effective integration into crews and shifts

 

Employee Relations & Supervisor Support

• Serve as first point of contact for employee questions and concerns
• Support supervisors in handling:
  • attendance issues
  • performance management
  • disciplinary actions
• Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-driven culture

 

HR Administration & Compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems (HRIS)
• Ensure compliance with:
  • federal and state employment laws
  • company policies and procedures
  • Support audits and reporting requirements

Training & Development Support

• Coordinate hourly training programs (safety, onboarding, skills progression)
• Track training completion and certifications
• Support implementation of workforce development plans (operators, trades)

Payroll & Workforce Coordination

• Support payroll processing (timekeeping accuracy, corrections, approvals)
• Monitor attendance trends and report issues to leadership
• Coordinate scheduling changes with operations as needed

 

Startup & Ramp-Up Support (Critical)

• Assist in building HR infrastructure for a new mill:
  • hiring waves
  • onboarding systems
  • policy rollout
• Support culture development aligned with company values
• Support workforce readiness leading into commissioning and ramp-up

Qualifications:

Required

• At least one year of HR experience (manufacturing or industrial preferred)
• Working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Experience supporting hourly workforce and frontline supervisors
• Strong organizational and execution skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Preferred

• Experience in wood products, manufacturing, or heavy industry
• Experience with HRIS systems and applicant tracking systems
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Work Environment

• Industrial sawmill environment (dust, noise, outdoor exposure)
• Frequent employee interaction on the production floor
• Flexible hours required to support multiple shifts

More About Us:

The timber and wood products industry is a vital part of many communities, and we’re excited to bring new opportunities to Allendale County, South Carolina. We are committed to supporting the local workforce, investing in training and development, and being active members of the communities where we operate. Many of our employees have built long, rewarding careers with us, and we look forward to welcoming new team members to our family.

 

Learn more at Hamptonlumber.com, follow us on Facebook & Instagram: @hamptonlumber

EEO Statement:

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.