Advanced Wood Manufacturing Process Technician

HELMER WOOD PRODUCTS LLC

Town of Manheim (NY)

On-site

USD 44,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Helmer Wood Products seeks a Manufacturing/Process Technician to join our Dolgeville, NY team on-site. You will set up and optimize molding equipment, run production lines, and troubleshoot technical issues to improve efficiency and product quality.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, with responsibilities spanning machine changes, quality checks, and supporting maintenance. Candidates should have hands-on manufacturing experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and familiarity with PLC/HMI

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
3+ years of manufacturing or wood machining experience preferred.
Experience with industrial molding equipment, rough mill systems, or automated equipment advantageous.
Ability to read technical specs and work orders.

Responsibilities

Molder setup and equipment optimization, including changeovers and tooling adjustments.
Operate, adjust, and troubleshoot industrial wood molding equipment to improve yield and quality.
Support automated manufacturing processes and monitor equipment status via PLC/HMI.
Identify defects and apply corrective actions to reduce waste and downtime.
Assist with process improvements, quality checks, and safety compliance.