JOB DETAILS

Engineering Process Technician (Split Shift 1st-2nd, 10AM-6PM)

CompanyPoly-Wood LLC
LocationSyracuse
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 20, 2026
About The Company
Our story began in the late 1980s when the outcome of government recycling programs created steadily growing mountains of recycled plastics. We saw opportunity in this landscape of overabundance, and through creative ingenuity, POLYWOOD® was born. Our low-maintenance, recyclable lumber was welcomed as a premier wood alternative in outdoor furniture with its all-weather endurance, improved aesthetics and exceptional durability. One of the first products developed was the Classic Adirondack, which remains a favorite among our customers today. Since then, we have expanded our product lines to include additional adirondack styles as well as dining, lounges, deep seating, benches and swings. Our goal is to deliver a quality product our customers want in a timely fashion. To achieve this vision, we developed state-of-the-art technology and lean manufacturing processes that have minimized our waste stream and ensured our products are built quickly and accurately. Our products are assembled, packaged and delivered all within days of receiving an order, satisfying the customer while saving warehouse space. Our continual growth and success is fueled by a highly collaborative culture. We support a cross-departmental atmosphere where employees are encouraged to utilize all of their skills to their full potential. Together, we keep a constant focus on the future and promise to create and deliver thoughtfully designed products made in the USA.
About the Role

Description

Help shape the future of sustainable manufacturing!

Automation Process Technician
2nd Shift Schedule
Monday-Friday, 10AM-6PM

Overtime shift on Sunday 3PM-9PM (as needed)

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About Us

Are you inspired by innovation, continuous improvement, rapid vertical growth, and genuine, forward-thinking culture? Do you want to help families and communities connect to the great outdoors—all while doing something meaningful for future generations? Join our team at POLYWOOD, the leading brand of sustainable outdoor furniture.

At POLYWOOD®, we’re reimagining outdoor living with furniture that’s thoughtfully designed, built to last, and made using landfill- and ocean-bound plastics. From our flagship facility in Syracuse, Indiana, to our growing operation in Roxboro, North Carolina, our commitment to sustainability and innovation drives everything we do.

We’re a team of makers, thinkers, and doers—working together in a high-energy, trust-filled environment where ideas are welcomed, hard work is rewarded, and opportunities to grow are real. If you’re ready to do meaningful work that matters to future generations, let’s talk.


Your Role:
As an Automation Process Technician, you’ll play a key part in keeping our production lines efficient, precise, and forward-thinking. Your expertise in machine controls, robotics, and process optimization will help us deliver premium sustainable products at scale.


What You’ll Do:
• Develop, implement, and maintain automation systems to enhance production efficiency and consistency
• Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize industrial machinery—including Fanuc robotics and control systems
• Improve production performance using statistical process control and lean practices
• Drive projects focused on equipment upgrades and process improvements
• Provide hands-on support during line startups, including debugging and training
• Maintain clear and thorough documentation for equipment, processes, and improvements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and elevate quality standards


What You Bring:
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with automation in a manufacturing setting
• Proven ability to troubleshoot control systems (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, robotic)
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing concepts and data-driven decision making
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working with technical documentation
• Bonus points for experience with:
– Vision systems (e.g., Fanuc iRVision, Cognex)
– PLC programming (Rockwell Automation, Fanuc)
– CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam)


Why You’ll Love Working Here:
• Innovative culture – We value creative solutions and continuous improvement
• Sustainable mission – Contribute to something that makes a real environmental impact
• Team-focused – Join a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work environment
• Career growth – Grow your career vertically or horizontally with training and mentorship
• Competitive compensation – Including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more


Ready to build what’s next?
Apply today and be part of a team that’s creating a better tomorrow—one chair at a time.

POLYWOOD is an equal opportunity employer. POLYWOOD evaluates qualified applicants without regard to characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements

Required Competencies

  • Ability to independently troubleshoot production machinery and equipment, and continuously evaluate for improvement to safety, quality, and productivity
  • Microsoft Office
  • Solid knowledge of production processes and mechanical understanding
  • Understanding of lean processes
  • Have the ability to build and maintain relationships and work as a team player

Desirable Skills (not required)

  • 2+ years in an Automation Technician role
  • Vision system experience, (Fanuc iRVision, Cognex Vision)
  • PLC Programming and troubleshooting (Rockwell Automation, Fanuc, or Automation Direct)
  • 3D CAD experience (Solidworks)
  • 2D CAD experience (AutoCAD or Draftsight)
  • CAD/CAM experience (Mastercam)
Key Skills
Automation SystemsFanuc RoboticsControl SystemsStatistical Process ControlLean ManufacturingPLC ProgrammingVision SystemsCAD/CAMMechanical TroubleshootingElectrical TroubleshootingPneumatic TroubleshootingMicrosoft Office
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringTradesEnvironmental & Sustainability
Benefits
Health InsuranceRetirement PlansPaid Time Off
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Develop and maintain automation systems to enhance production efficiency and consistency. Troubleshoot and optimize industrial machinery, including Fanuc robotics and control systems, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
653
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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