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Oregon Wood Manufacturing Sector Sees Promising Job Growth

4/21/2025

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Oregon's wood product manufacturing sector, while facing a long-term decline, still plays a crucial role in the economy, employing 22,400 workers with a substantial payroll of $1.5 billion in 2024. Although technology has cut jobs, a promising 3% employment growth in plywood and mass timber roles is anticipated over the next decade, fueled by retirements.

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Story summary

Oregon's wood product manufacturing sector, while facing a long-term decline, still plays a crucial role in the economy, employing 22,400 workers with a substantial payroll of $1.5 billion in 2024. Although technology has cut jobs, a promising 3% employment growth in plywood and mass timber roles is anticipated over the next decade, fueled by retirements.