Manufacturing Engineer

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 be responsible for optimizing machining processes within the machine shop to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role drives continuous improvement, supports production and quality objectives, and ensures the implementation of innovative technologies and best practices to meet customer and operational requirements. This role is located in Lima, Ohio and will be fully on-site.

Manufacturing Engineer Responsibilities:

• Analyze current machining processes to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
• Develop and implement process enhancements to increase productivity and reduce costs
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across shop operations
• Partner with quality teams to ensure processes meet print specifications and customer requirements
• Support efforts to maintain and improve product quality standards
• Collaborate with maintenance and production to ensure optimal machine performance
• Recommend and implement equipment upgrades or replacements
• Develop and support automation initiatives to improve safety and efficiency
• Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation
• Track and report KPIs related to process performance and improvements
• Ensure documentation aligns with operational and quality standards
• Train operators and staff on new processes, technologies, and best practices
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Work closely with production, quoting, and quality teams to optimize processes
• Support alignment across departments to ensure efficient operations

Manufacturing Engineer Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (preferred)
• Experience in process engineering within a manufacturing or machine shop environment
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and engineering tools
• Knowledge of machining processes, CNC programming, and tooling
• Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows and process improvement methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and implement effective solutions
• Leadership and influence without direct authority
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

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.