Location: South Coast Lumber Company – Brookings, OR
Department: Plant Protection / Security
Schedule: Weekend Night Shift (12-hour shifts) | Thursday-Sunday | 6pm-6am
South Coast Lumber Company is seeking a dependable and observant Plant Protection Associate to help maintain the safety and security of our mill operations during night shift hours. This role is responsible for protecting company property, monitoring facilities, and ensuring a safe working environment for employees and contractors.
The position requires frequent foot patrols throughout mill facilities, monitoring buildings, equipment, and grounds while identifying potential safety or security concerns. Ideal candidates are reliable, attentive to detail, comfortable working independently, and capable of remaining alert throughout overnight hours.
Conduct regular foot patrols throughout plant facilities, buildings, and grounds to monitor for safety and security concerns
Monitor entrances, exits, and plant activity during overnight hours
Observe and report unusual activity, unsafe conditions, or potential security risks
Respond to alarms, incidents, or emergencies and notify appropriate personnel when necessary
Ensure gates, doors, and restricted areas are properly secured
Maintain accurate incident reports and shift logs
Assist with enforcing company safety policies and site access procedures
Coordinate with management, maintenance, or emergency services when needed
Help maintain a visible security presence to deter theft, vandalism, or unauthorized access
Ability to walk and patrol large industrial facilities for extended periods of time
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to climb stairs, navigate uneven terrain, and access different areas of the plant
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally
Ability to remain alert and responsive during overnight shifts
Strong observation and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Basic computer skills for reporting and documentation
Ability to remain calm and professional in emergency situations
Familiarity with industrial, manufacturing, or mill environments
Strong sense of responsibility and integrity
Dependable attendance and reliability for overnight work

A fourth-generation family-owned and operated business based on the Oregon coast in Brookings. We’ve spent over 75 years combining sustainable forestry practices with advanced manufacturing to produce high-quality wood products under the SOCOMI brand. Our two mills are located in Brookings, Oregon, supported by distribution facilities in Merlin, Oregon, and Samoa, California.