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Hancock Lumber

Being in the lumber business since 1848 says more about our commitment to the future than it does about our past. Today we are a seventh-generation, family-owned integrated forest products company that is passionate about our people-first and values driven culture. Led by over 700 employees, we’ve been awarded ‘Best Place to Work in Maine’ annually since 2014. Our mission is to create a work environment that recognizes employees as human beings and improves the lives of anyone working here.

Products:/ Markets/customers: An integrated forest products company, Hancock grows Eastern White Pine trees across its 7,500+ acres of sustainably managed timberlands, manufactures eastern white pine boards and finishes them in-house, operates truss + wall panel manufacturing facilities, supplies building materials to professional contractors, remodelers, and homeowners, has nine kitchen design showrooms throughout ME + NH, and now manufactures Tiny Homes. Shop, design, and explore online today: https://www.HancockLumber.com

Career/job opportunities: If you’re looking for a people-first, fast-paced environment that offers competitive pay, an outstanding work environment, excellent benefits, a place to learn new skills, get training, and start a career path, join Team Hancock today! Learn more about our exciting job opportunities available in retailing, manufacturing, sales, logistics, management, and beyond. Learn more and apply online: https://www.HancockLumber.com/careers

Culture/Company Benefits: Team Hancock encourages leadership at every position. We strive to create a workplace where each employee feels respected, valued, trusted, and heard–fostering a culture where ‘Everybody Leads’ and a place that’s truly a ‘Best Place to Work’. Hancock Lumber offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package from insurance and 401(k) plans to metrics-driven performance gold bonus plans for every employee.

Community engagement: Deeply embedded in Hancock’s culture is stewardship – giving back and leaving things in better shape than when we assumed responsibility for them. We connect with organizations in our communities supporting them financially, with material donations, and with the gift of time and service. Learn more about Team Hancock and featured community engagement highlights online: https://www.HancockLumber.com/blog

Sustainability: Since beginning in 1848, we’ve only experienced two eastern white pine harvest cycles. It takes 80 to 100 years before pine trees mature, making our business a long-term commitment. Our sawmills run with zero-waste of raw materials, with 100% of log fiber utilized. Sawdust by-products are used in place of fossil fuels, and we generate power through turbines, converting otherwise wasted steam from drying lumber into power. We also have invested in other forest products to further encourage sustainable practices and industry longevity. Our team can source and supply FSC Certified products, along with building materials that meet the rigorous Living Building Challenge requirements.

Company Profile

https://www.HancockLumber.com

1267 Poland Spring Road, Casco, ME 04015

Phone: 207.627.4201

Founded: 1848

CEO: Paul Wainman

Full-time/ FTE employees: 682

Headquarters: Casco, Maine

Additional Company Locations: 3 eastern white pine sawmills in Bethel, Casco, and Pittsfield, a truss manufacturing facility in Fairfield, a wall panel operation in Windham and now Tiny Home manufacturing in Dyer Brook / 11 retail locations in Augusta, Bridgton, Brunswick, Casco, Damariscotta, Kennebunk, North Conway, Saco, Windham, Wolfeboro, and Yarmouth / 9 Kitchen Design Showrooms in Augusta, Bridgton, Brunswick, Damariscotta, Kennebunk, North Conway, Saco, Windham, and Yarmouth / 7,500 acres of working timberlands open to the public, including Jugtown Forest recreation area in Naples, Casco, and Otisfield

Morgan Sweetser, 26

School: Telstar High School

Years at company: 8

Position: Bethel Mill Maintenance Supervisor

“My career at Hancock Lumber started just over eight years ago as a Pine Pro. After experiencing Hancock’s culture and enjoying my workdays, I knew this was where I wanted to stay. Putting 100% effort into my work every day, I received the same support back from managers and co-workers who encouraged me to pursue additional training and roles. Many times, my supervisor saw my potential before I did. I’m very thankful for my opportunities here and excited to continue this new journey as a supervisor— but even more excited to help others grow and succeed the same way I have.”