Wood Product Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Farmington, NY

Company: Pioneer Millworks

Reports To: Assistant General Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt  

Worker Category: Full-Time

Summary

At Pioneer Millworks, we are more than a company—we are a community of craftspeople, innovators, and problem-solvers dedicated to quality, sustainability, and creating exceptional wood products.

We are seeking a Wood Products Production Associate to join our team in Farmington, New York. This is a hands-on, versatile position that supports the movement, preparation, manufacturing, finishing, and handling of reclaimed and sustainable wood products.

Depending on production needs, you may work throughout our lumber yard, storage areas, mill, production, finishing, and shipping areas. One day may involve organizing reclaimed lumber; another may involve preparing material for production, operating equipment, assisting with finishing, packaging completed products, or helping prepare orders for shipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys physical, hands-on work, takes pride in craftsmanship, and wants to learn and grow within a unique manufacturing environment.

Lumber Yard & Material Handling

• Help maintain an organized and efficient lumber yard and material storage areas.
• Remove nails, screws, staples, and other fasteners from reclaimed lumber using appropriate hand tools and equipment.
• Inspect and prepare reclaimed lumber for processing, identifying embedded metal, damaged areas, or other hazards that could affect production or equipment.
• Safely collect and dispose of removed fasteners and maintain a clean, organized de-nailing work area.
• Sort and stage lumber according to species, dimensions, grade, product, project, or production requirements.
• Safely move materials between the lumber yard, storage, production, finishing, and shipping areas.
• Load and unload trucks and assist with shipping and receiving activities.
• Handle reclaimed lumber carefully to protect its character, quality, and value while minimizing damage and waste.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and other material-handling equipment as trained and authorized.

Manufacturing & Production

• Assist in the preparation and manufacturing of wood flooring, paneling, siding, and other custom products.
• Work at various production stations based on business and production needs.
• Operate manufacturing equipment, machinery, hand tools, and other production equipment after appropriate training.
• Prepare, move, inspect, and organize materials as they progress through the manufacturing process.
• Follow production instructions and established processes to support quality and efficiency.
• Maintain attention to detail when measuring, preparing, sorting, and processing materials.
• Assist skilled craftspeople and production team members with a variety of manufacturing tasks.

Finishing & Product Preparation

• Support the finishing department in the processing and manufacturing of pre-finished wood products.
• Assist with the preparation of flooring, siding, paneling, and other wood products for finishing.
• Support finishing activities, including material preparation, handling, color matching, and application processes, as trained and assigned.
• Carefully handle finished products to maintain quality and appearance.
• Inspect products for obvious defects, damage, or quality concerns and communicate issues to the appropriate team member.
• Assist with packaging, staging, and preparing completed products for shipment or customer pickup.

Safety, Quality & Organization

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment throughout the lumber yard, shop, storage, and production areas.
• Follow all company safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.
• Perform routine inspections of equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Help maintain safe and efficient material flow throughout the facility.
• Take pride in producing and handling products that meet Pioneer Millworks' quality standards.
• Identify and communicate safety hazards, damaged materials, equipment concerns, or quality issues.
• Participate in general housekeeping, cleanup, and organization of shop, production, warehouse, and lumber storage areas.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is dependable, hardworking, adaptable, and willing to contribute wherever needed. Experience is valuable, but we also welcome candidates who are eager to learn and develop new skills.

Required Qualifications

• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing and lumber yard environment.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and adapt to changing production priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team.
• Basic math skills and ability to use measurements and perform simple calculations.
• Ability to safely lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform other physical activities associated with manufacturing and material handling.
• Commitment to working safely and maintaining a clean, organized work area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, woodworking, construction, warehousing, lumber handling, or a similar hands-on environment.
• Familiarity with woodworking tools, manufacturing equipment, or production processes.
• Experience working with lumber, wood products, or other building materials.
• Forklift or other powered industrial equipment experience.
• Experience with the finishing, coating, or preparation of wood products.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory, or material handling.

About us

This position is full-time with a flexible schedule and great benefits, including 70% company-paid medical, paid holidays and PTO, a matching 401k plan, dental, and vision.

Pioneer Millworks is a 100% employee-owned company. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), employees receive ownership shares over time, allowing them to build meaningful long-term wealth while contributing to the success of the company.

When the company succeeds, our employee-owners benefit directly.

Pioneer Millworks is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We operate on the triple bottom line philosophy, putting equal emphasis on people, planet, and profit. We’ve been designing and crafting custom homes and fine woodworking from our shops in New York and Oregon for 40+ years with our 150+ craftspeople, carpenters, designers, dreamers, and community members.

If you think you’re a good fit, please apply today. We look forward to learning more about you.

Compensation may vary 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.