millwright

operator

forklift operator

entry level production operator

industrial mechanic

Hampton Lumber

Can be a good place to work. The employees are solid and most are great. One big problem is the amount of turnover. While there are the usual reasons for some turnover, this place had way more than any place I had ever worked. I know for a fact that a lot of turnover is a sign that something is wrong. The result of this was being perpetually short handed, meaning fewer people handling the same work load and being expected to perform at the same level. It has a tendency to burn people out. Also they have an employee handbook with all kinds of rules and expectations for all workers. On the last page it states that these rules can be changed at any time for any reason, and the management at times, does just that. It means there is no dependability on what to expect from your employer. If you bid a job for example, and then the management decides to skirt the bid process,  they can and have. This is at the branch I worked at so I don't know if it applies to all of the mills. Also if you are an operator, you are at the bottom of the barrel and treated as if you are not much more than a trained monkey by other departments, as well as some supervisors. The pay isn't bad and the 401k was good, though. And usually the people in my department were very cool.

After so long you get used to the hard work that goes on in a normal day of working at Hampton. Sometimes, of course, there would be slow days, in which it would make it boring but for the most part, working at Hampton was a great experience and i absolutely had the best crew to work with on day shift! I learned dimensions and types of grain in the wood, as well as the technical side, as in all the machinery and equipment provided to get the job done! On a normal day i was on the Pull Chain puling boards of all dimensions onto a platform and stacking it until it made a full load of lumber, which was then sent back to the paper wrap and press, which banded the lumber and was paper wrapped by two people on each side. I also participated in the help of that. Sometimes I would help Millwrights and see just how they fix things, and the safe and quick process in doing that.

Not a bad place to work, people get along with each other for the most part. Good work life balance and company bbq's. 

The main problem with this place are the people. Lots of back stabing, and tattle tale. Felt like I was in high school. The maintenance supervisor is a snake. He acts like he is your friend, but will stab you in your back when its time to fire you. 

The hardest part of the job was to drive there, and the more enjoyable part of the job was leaving at the end of the day. 

One lock-out violation is an immediate fire. Wonder why positions remain vacant for years? 


Hamptons safety culture is top teir with extensive training and strict rules in place for keeping everyone safe. Overall I had a good experience working here. I gained a lot of knowlage and useful skills that i still find useal today. A typical shift will be fast-paced with heavy lifting and cleaning. Certain positions require you to be on your feet the entire working shift with Two 15 minute breaks and a 30 minute lunch during a 10 hour shift. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
Great people to work with. Friendly helpful and a great place to work.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Nothing really stressful. Everyone helps with everything if needed .

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
View is great a little noisy but all protective equipment is provided.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Usually start early and finish late. Don’t always get off on time but an enjoyable job.

The hours at Hampton are long, but you have the opportunity to learn and educate yourself and your team.  The management team was good to work with as well as the office staff.  The culture is unique.  The hardest part of the job was the hours and the changes that needed to happen in order to make the company profitable and efficient.  The most enjoyable part was improving the process and the people you teach and learn from to make it better.

I would not recommend working for this company. Safety is not the top priority. When you go through orientation they tell you to do things the right way but when you get out on the production floor your expected to do everything to keep production going even if it’s unsafe and if you don’t then you will revive disciplinary action. The other down side is the racism that’s runs rampant in the mill. If you want to succeed check the skin color of the people around you and make shure you match

Hampton takes care of their employees through fair compensation, benefits, retirement.   Sometimes a good 'ol boy place to work for job advancement.  Hours are usually way too early or way too late such is shift work.  Some people ought to be reevaluated for their jobs/positions, there are many instances of keeping unproductive's around which hurts the team culture.

Hampton Lumber in Randle is honestly one of the worst places to work in any industry. Leadership is practically non existent, no clear vision and no real guidance for new employees. You wanna advance in the company? Good luck with that. If you have a family, find another job because the company demands your every waking moment. 

Typical day at work - Review previous 24 hours of operation, schedule maintenance. Daily safety review, Time. Environmental review, chemistry review

Learned- Hampton had mandatory training on many different subjects

Coworkers - Some off the best I have had the privilege to work with!

Hardest part of the job - To much rain

Most enjoyable - A good group of people

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Millwright 6 salaries reported	$35.20 per hour
Operator 13 salaries reported	$26.71 per hour
Forklift operator 3 salaries reported	$28.37 per hour
Entry level production operator 23 salaries reported	$20.18 per hour
Industrial mechanic 13 salaries reported	$36.26 per hour

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