Pioneer Millworks: 100% Employee Owned

Pioneer Millworks operates on the triple bottom line—a simple belief that People, Planet, and Prosperity work together to ensure a better future. Our coworkers are more than just employees, they’re part of what makes our company successful.

At Pioneer Millworks every individual has an ownership mentality because we are 100% Employee-Owned as an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Being Employee-Owned means every employee has a vested interest in the profitability of the company, the cultural values we represent, and the quality work we do.

Accordingly, we offer our team flexibility, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes the largest wealth building tool an employer can provide—an employee stock ownership plan.

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In 2018 we started our transition from single ownership of our founder Jonathan Orpin, and in 2022 became a 100% employee-owned company as an ESOP, one of about 8,000 ESOP businesses in the country.

An ESOP (or Employee Stock Ownership Plan) is an employee benefit plan that enables coworkers as a group to own interest in part, or all, of a business in the form of shares of stock. It is also a type of Trust that acts as a retirement plan, similar to a 401K, by investing in company stock and holding its assets in the Trust for employee-owners, at no cost to those employee-owners, that also increases employee retention long term.

Having long operated on the triple bottom line—a simple belief that people, planet, and profit work together to ensure a better future, the Pioneer Millworks transition to employee-ownership is intended to ensure the environmental and social commitments the business was founded on 30+ years ago continue far into the future.

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At Pioneer Millworks, we believe in using business as a force for good, and that starts with taking care of our people. We offer our employee-owners flexible scheduling and great benefits including:

  • 70% company-paid medical coverage
  • Dental & vision coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation time
  • Company matching 401k plan.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • And much more

For more information please contact us: info@pioneermillrowks.com

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Values are what we hold ourselves accountable to as coworkers and team members. These are how we show up every day, how we make decisions, and how we grow within the companies. We’re always working to be even better at achieving these values and it is how we are evaluated by our peers & Managers. We also use them to evaluate new members to the team.

  1. Craftsmanship: We support the hand of the maker and believe in the character & compassion that shows through the details of our peoples’ work.
  2. Build Better: We cut the wake, striving to be leaders in innovative materials, design, and process so that buildings are part of the climate solution.
  3. Ownership: We are committed for the long term and share in the results of our decisions. We make intentional choices so that we have a planet for people to love.
  4. We treasure our reputation: We believe that showing up honestly for our clients, coworkers, and community builds a stronger company that leads to our best work. When things aren't right, we fix them; when we succeed, we do it together.
  5. The beauties of wood: We have great respect for the material and celebrate the potentials in a patent owned by nature.

Salesperson— Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL 

Pay Range: $50k to $80k base plus commission

 

We’re looking for a dynamic Salesperson to join our passionate and creative team based in Farmington, NY where our national headquarters is located. This role is fully remote, with an expectation of regular travel within a midwestern territory.

Pioneer Millworks is a national leader in the manufacturing of sustainable & reclaimed wood, revered for our commitment to quality, craft, and the planet. We produce some of the finest wood flooring, paneling, siding, and decking from certified & reclaimed sources in our bicoastal New York and Oregon mills, and sell our products direct to consumers, architects, builders, and designers with the help of our dedicated in-house sales team. 

The ideal candidate will join our sales team and contribute to the continued growth and success of our employee-owned company by working closely with our sales manager, general manager, and marketing team.

 

Required Experience:

  • Proven success in product sales (ideally in the building materials industry).
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
  • Self-motivated, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Availability for regular travel (approximately 30-50% of time)


Preferred Experience: 

  • Basic knowledge of construction & building design. 
  • Proficiency in CRM software, preferably Salesforce.

Required Education: 

Associates degree or greater in related field, or equivalent experience within architectural/interior product sales.

 

About us:

This position is full-year, full-time with flexible schedule, great benefits including 70% company-paid medical, paid holidays and PTO, a matching 401k plan, dental, and vision. We are a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) company, and when appropriate, we enjoy company-wide profit-sharing.

We actively seek to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where people from all walks of life are welcomed are an equal opportunity employer. 

Pioneer Millworks operates on the triple bottom line philosophy putting equal emphasis on people, planet, and profit. We’ve been designing and crafting sustainable & reclaimed flooring, paneling, and siding across the nation for 30+ years with our dedicated team of craftspeople, dreamers, and community members.

 

Think you’re a good fit, please apply today.

Apply for a job with Pioneer Millworks

 

 

Please send us a resume and detailed cover letter outlining why you would like to join our team. We look forward to learning more about you.

For Pay Transparence: Compensation Description (annually or hourly)

For Pay Transparence: Compensation Description (annually or hourly)

 

The base salary range for this position is $50,000 - $80,000 annually, plus commissions & incentives.

 

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

 

Salesperson Job Description

Pioneer Millworks

Updated July 2, 2024

Reports To: Sales Manager 

 

Overview – 

The Salesperson is a pivotal role that is part of our dedicated national sales team, working closely with our sales manager, general manager, and marketing team to generate sales, growth, innovation, and foster strong customer relationships. 

 

Core Competencies and responsibilities:

  • Creating opportunities for sales by identifying and prospecting potential customers within the architecture, interior design, construction markets.
  • Responding to a generous flow of inbound leads
  • Following through on leads and advancing opportunities through the pipeline to close sales
  • Building and maintaining strong, long-lasting customer relationships.
  • Providing expert guidance on product selection to meet client needs.
  • Meeting and exceeding sales targets and revenue goals.
  • Utilizing inside sales support/staff to focus on sales efforts.
  • Documenting calls, activities, and meetings in our CRM system. 
  • Creating and delivering compelling sales presentations and proposals.
  • Staying updated on industry trends, sourcing, and product knowledge.
  • Working sales events, pop-ups, webinars, expositions, trade shows, and lunch & learns etc. as needed nationally (in-person and remotely). 
  • Traveling within your assigned sales territory to meet with relevant architects, designers, and builders, approximately 30-50% of your time.
  • Traveling to our facilities in NY and OR as needed for training and company events.

 

Safety & Compliance: 

  • Follow all Pioneer Millworks polices and codes of conduct. 

 

Misc.

  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

 

 

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MANUFACTURING TEAM MEMBER / MILL WORKER—NY

Farmington New York 

Pay Range: $16-$20 an hour.

 

We’re looking for a Manufacturing Team Member / Mill Worker to join our passionate and creative team in Farmington New York. This role will work at various stations within our production line in our mill and finishing departments, providing a great opportunity to learn and grow within a manufacturing setting.

The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with a passion for craft & woodwork that will play an active role in the manufacturing of wood flooring, paneling, siding, and other custom wood products using reclaimed and sustainable wood.

We are a 100% Employee-Owned company, so a positive attitude and respect for teamwork is a must.  

Required Experience:

  • Basic math skills.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Ability to take direction in a fast-paced team setting.


Preferred Experience: 

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing setting, ideally working with wood.
  • Forklift experience a plus.

About us:

This position is full-year, full-time plus with flexible schedule, great benefits including 70% company-paid medical, paid holidays and PTO, a matching 401k plan, dental, and vision. We are a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) company, and when appropriate, we enjoy company-wide profit-sharing.

We actively seek to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where people from all walks of life are welcomed are an equal opportunity employer.

Pioneer Millworks operates on the triple bottom line philosophy putting equal emphasis on people, planet, and profit. We’ve been designing and crafting sustainable & reclaimed flooring, paneling, and siding across the nation for 30+ years with our dedicated team of craftspeople, dreamers, and community members.

Think you’re a good fit, please apply today.

 

Apply for a job with Pioneer Millworks

 

 

Please send us a resume and detailed cover letter outlining why you would like to join our team. We look forward to learning more about you.

For Pay Transparence: Compensation Description (annually or hourly)

The base salary range for this position is $16 - $20

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

 

Manufacturing Team Member / Mill Worker Job Description

Pioneer Millworks 

Updated 8/18/23 

Reports To: Production Manager 

Overview 

This position will work with our production team in various stations in our mill and finishing department performing various tasks related to manufacturing flooring, paneling, siding, and other wood related products. 

The role requires a motivated self-starter with a passion for craft & woodwork that will play an active role in the manufacturing process as part of a team of co-workers. 

Core Competencies:

  • Strong teamwork mentality and aptitude.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Punctuality, reliability, and dependability.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time in an active production setting.

Equipment & Vehicles:

  • Forklift ability and/or willingness to train.

Safety & Compliance:

  • Adherence to all Pioneer Millworks safety polices and codes of conduct.

Misc.

  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
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