Wood Applications Technologist

Wood Applications Technologist

Location: Moncure, NC

Onsite Position


MW Talent is partnering with a leading manufacturer of resin technologies for engineered wood products to identify a Wood Applications Technologist. This position will support product development, laboratory testing, customer trials, and commercialization efforts for innovative resin technologies used in wood-based composites.


Working closely with Product Development, Research & Technology, Manufacturing, Sales, and customers, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to the development and successful implementation of new products in commercial applications.



Key Responsibilities
• Support the Wood-Based Composites team in achieving product development and commercialization objectives.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and testing of new and modified resin products using established procedures and industry standards.
• Analyze test results and utilize statistical methods to evaluate product performance.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain accurate documentation of laboratory activities, testing, and results.
• Support product scale-up activities and collaborate with multiple departments to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and execute customer trial plans in partnership with commercial and technical teams.
• Provide technical support during manufacturing and customer trials.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following all health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Work in a variety of settings, including product development laboratories, applications laboratories, manufacturing facilities, customer sites, wood shops, and office environments.
• Work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.



Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Wood Science from an accredited college or university.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in an industrial laboratory environment. A Master's degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• Experience conducting laboratory testing and product evaluations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently follow established procedures.
• Proficiency with laboratory instruments, testing equipment, and computer software.
• Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, and present technical findings.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate within cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and statistical analysis tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work with hazardous materials and safely operate woodworking equipment while following safety procedures.



Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of particleboard, MDF, plywood, or other engineered wood manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of engineering processes used in resin production.
• Experience supporting product development, commercialization, and customer trials.



Why Join This Opportunity
• Work on innovative resin technologies used in engineered wood products.
• Gain exposure to product development, manufacturing, commercialization, and customer applications.
• Collaborate with experienced technical and commercial teams.
• Play a key role in bringing new products from development to market.

MW Talent is conducting this search on behalf of our client. All inquiries and applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.