Oregon-Canadian Forest Products, Inc.

Company/Agency Description: 
Established in 1977, Oregon Canadian Forest Products is a leading producer of specialty softwood products from the forests of the Pacific Northwest. At our headquarter facilities in North Plains, Oregon – Located just 20 min west of downtown Portland – we produce high grade Douglas Fir, Western Red Cedar and Hemlock lumber. In addition, we import and manufacture large volumes of lumber from South America for a variety of specialty applications. Oregon Canadian Forest Products takes pride in offering of the highest quality forest products available. From Douglas Fir interior fixtures to Tropical Flooring and Decking we offer an incredible variety of forest products to meet the needs of your home or business.
Contact Name: 
Phil Waller
Company Address: 
31950 NW Commercial St
North Plains
OR
Job shadow description: 
Students interested in shadowing at Oregon-Canadian Forest Products, Inc. will spend time learning about the manufacturing side of the high-end timber industry. Students will have the opportunity to learn about how our manufacturing process works from the time the wood is purchased at the saw mill, when we add value to the lumber (cutting, sorting, drying and surfacing), to selling and shipping. Student’s will work closely with our Sales and Purchasing teams, as well as our Plant Managers, so they can learn all the facets of our company and how each plays a key role in our success.
Available job shadow times: 
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Length of job shadow experience: 
8 hours

Please contact the College of Forestry Student Services Office for this company's contact information.

Brooke Harrington

541-737-1593

Employers can submit job shadow opportunities by contacting Brooke Harrington, 541-737-1593.