Machinist at Columbia Forest Group in Klamath Falls, Oregon

Job Description:

Columbia Forest Products is North America's largest manufacturer of hardwood plywood and hardwood veneer products. Columbia's decorative interior veneers and panels are used in high-end cabinetry, fine furniture, architectural millwork and commercial fixtures. We are a leader in sustainable forestry practices and green manufacturing technology.


Columbia Forest Products is an employee-owned company that offers competitive pay, and a wide array of benefits, including Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance. Our company stands out because of our commitment to our employees. In fact, we have a CFP Foundation dedicated to helping our employees, employees' families, and the local community. Our Core Values we take pride in: Customer Service Above all Else, We Are Family, Share the Success and Absolute Integrity.


The machinist machines a variety of parts and makes spare parts to keep the mill operational and running efficiently; efficiency is especially critical in break down situations. The machinist will also maintain all shop equipment in clean and good working order and be a resource to others. All work is to be done in a safe, professional manner.


Qualifications: (1) Journeyman level skills, preferably with 5 or more years of experience. (2) Must have own precision tools to perform the job. (3) Must be capable of running lathes, milling machines, key seaters, radial arm drills, and all other necessary shop equipment. (4) Must work to close tolerances. (5) Must be proficient in threading ID/OD metric and standard. (6) Must be able to work overtime and during off-shift hours/days as needed to keep the mill running efficiently.


Equal Opportunity Employer