What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Wieland Group and Careers?
Overview:
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland's Cultural Values
Wieland is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer. The Manufacturing Engineer will plan, design, and implement production systems that assure safety, performance, reliability, maintainability, schedule adherence, cost control, and quality assurance. The Manufacturing Engineer will strive to implement processes that increase productivity, reduce in-process inventory, increase quality, and generate overall continuous improvement of manufacturing and production support systems.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.
Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland's Cultural Values
Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.
Wieland is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer. The Manufacturing Engineer will plan, design, and implement production systems that assure safety, performance, reliability, maintainability, schedule adherence, cost control, and quality assurance. The Manufacturing Engineer will strive to implement processes that increase productivity, reduce in-process inventory, increase quality, and generate overall continuous improvement of manufacturing and production support systems.
Responsibilities:
- Design and modify production equipment, tools, and layouts to improve efficiency and support evolving manufacturing needs.
- Create and maintain detailed work instructions and manufacturing documentation to ensure consistent and optimized production processes.
- Lead the design, installation and troubleshooting of new and existing manufacturing equipment to enhance quality, throughput, and reliability.
- Provide hands-on support to the production floor, addressing equipment or process issues quickly to minimize downtime and maintain output.
- Issue RFQs, negotiate pricing and lead times, collaborate with contractors and vendors for equipment design, sourcing, and implementation.
- Identify and analyze inefficiencies and recommend improvements to reduce waste and enhance operational performance.
- Investigate production challenges, identify root causes, implement solutions to improve product quality and process reliability.
- Ensure equipment and processes comply with all applicable local, state, federal, and insurance regulations while promoting a safe and healthy workplace.
- Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to coordinate equipment needs, schedule downtime, and gather input for continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Design and modify production equipment, tools, and layouts to improve efficiency and support evolving manufacturing needs.
- Create and maintain detailed work instructions and manufacturing documentation to ensure consistent and optimized production processes.
- Lead the design, installation and troubleshooting of new and existing manufacturing equipment to enhance quality, throughput, and reliability.
- Provide hands-on support to the production floor, addressing equipment or process issues quickly to minimize downtime and maintain output.
- Issue RFQs, negotiate pricing and lead times, collaborate with contractors and vendors for equipment design, sourcing, and implementation.
- Identify and analyze inefficiencies and recommend improvements to reduce waste and enhance operational performance.
- Investigate production challenges, identify root causes, implement solutions to improve product quality and process reliability.
- Ensure equipment and processes comply with all applicable local, state, federal, and insurance regulations while promoting a safe and healthy workplace.
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Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to coordinate equipment needs, schedule downtime, and gather input for continuous improvement initiatives.
- 2-4 years of related job experience.
- Electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic troubleshooting ability.
- Analytical Problem Solving/Analysis abilities.
- Communicate proficiently using verbal and written methods.
- Proficient with SolidWorks, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Highly motivated and willing to take the Initiative to get tasks done.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics, or a related field, preferred.
Joining Wieland’s team gives you…
- Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution match.
- Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000 employees worldwide and 40 locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
- Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
- Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.
Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.