Six years after joining the Zippo Manufacturing Co. family, Northern Lights Enterprises Inc. is making some major changes, including terminating nearly half of its work force.

On Friday, Zippo spokesman Fred Feightner said that Northern Lights isn’t leaving Wellsville, N.Y., but confirmed that changes are coming.

“They are relocating certain product packaging operations to Zippo by May 27, 2025, and outsourcing candle pouring capacity to contract partners. Northern Lights’ head office, fulfillment center and flagship store remain in Wellsville,” he said. “Approximately 35 Northern Lights employees will be affected.”

The company’s workforce, according to LinkedIn, appears to be around 80 people.

Feightner continued, “These organizational changes are necessary for Northern Lights to deliver more products more efficiently and meet the trajectory in demand while maintaining its home base in Wellsville.”

Zippo acquired Northern Lights in January 2019.

As for those who are losing their jobs, Feightner said, “Northern Lights is encouraging affected employees to pursue ongoing employment opportunities across Zippo companies and helping connect local area job search services to those who wish to pursue employment elsewhere. Affected employees will also receive company assistance with navigating any available benefits continuance options.”

The company was founded in 1978 by Andy and Tina Glanzman in Wellsville.