Forest and Wood Products
The core industries range from logging and sawmills to different types of wood manufacturing. Since logging and saw mills are represented with the core industries, the industrial inputs include the engineering and industrial machinery that go into the core industries.
Purchasers and distributors include a wide variety of industries such as hospitals, which require a wide range of wood and paper products, and soft drink manufacturing, which primarily buy specific products like cardboard.
Overview
In a state built from a logging heritage, forest and wood products continue to play a major role in the local economy and remain vital to the success of our communities. The industry is focused on the future with an emphasis on high tech equipment and forest conservation efforts. The impact of the forest and wood products industry reaches far and wide, meeting the unique and varied needs of purchasers and distributors while working to maintain healthy regional forests.
Why Choose A Career In Forest and Wood Products?
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Number of Worksites in the Pacific Mountain Region
The industry supports over 73,000 workers statewide.
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People Employed as of 2024
This sector is the third-largest manufacturing industry in Washington.
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Projected New Jobs through 2025
In a state built from a logging heritage, wood and forest products is focused on
the future with an emphasis on high tech equipment.
Top Knowledge
Mathematics
Measuring
Operational Analysis
Design Techniques
Production and Processing
Safety and Hazard Identification
Top Technical Skills
Operations Monitoring
Troubleshooting
Quality Control
Heavy Machinery Operation
Power Tool Operation
Machine Optimization
Top Abilities
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Coordination
Time Management
Continual Learning
Dependability
Accuracy
Teamwork
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