Manufacturing Engineer - Wahl Clipper Corporation

WAHL EMPOWERS PEOPLE TO BE THEIR BEST!

Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of branded Consumer and Professional products, has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer for our Sterling factory.

The Manufacturing Engineer holds a dynamic role that blends traditional manufacturing engineering responsibilities with technical support for daily operations. This position is central to driving operational development by identifying equipment needs, creating process specifications, collaborating with suppliers and integrators, acquiring, and implementing new systems, and managing equipment validation and acceptance processes. A core focus is on enhancing product safety, performance, manufacturability, and assembly efficiency by addressing challenges in product design, manufacturing workflows, and assembly processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Works with confidential information in regard to manufacturing engineering/projects and patents.
• Stays abreast of technological advances regarding automation and works to meet multiple goals and deadlines of projects.
• Ensures manufacturing meets production goals while troubleshooting mechanical/operational problems, electrical control programs, and making process adjustments.
• Develop and oversee capital project purchase orders while adhering to expenditure approval processes and organizational guidelines.
• Responsible for the design and procurement of automation equipment. Works with vendors/suppliers in the design/development and redesign of automation equipment to ensure manufacturing requirements are met, improve quality, improve productivity, and decrease manufacturing process costs. Develops purchase orders for capital projects.
• Troubleshoots electronic controls on automated equipment, programs electronic controllers and makes process adjustments. Supports Process Improvement Technicians on high-level maintenance activities. Writes proprietary and non-proprietary company equipment standards and updates the standards, as necessary.
• Troubleshoots mechanical and electronic devices/equipment, in the design/redesign and procurement of automation equipment and in writing company equipment standards. Keeps supervisor informed of status of projects, equipment problems and for purchase order approvals beyond this position's purchasing limit.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in technical or engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) related field of study required - background and/or experience necessary.
• Must possess or actively pursue CAD ability.
• Must be willing to study manuals and literature on equipment and be willing to attend classes/training on related subjects.
• Must possess basic math skills, good attendance, ability to work in a team environment and the ability to follow established work rules and safety procedures.
• Must be willing to successfully complete required training as needed.
• Ability to model the Company's values of respect for people, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Why Wahl?

We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire century.

Today, the fourth generation of the Wahl Family remains deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values.

When you work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term growth.

Perks & Benefits:

• BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $14 per week, INCLUDING pharmacy
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics for as low as $6 per week
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per week for family coverage
• Free onsite clinic featuring a Nurse Practitioner, a Physical Therapist, and free lab services
• Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000!
• Biometric testing with wellness credits
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Scholarship Program
• Daycare discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative services and discounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Casual work environment

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