Manufacturing Engineering Leader

About the role

BW Converting is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Responsibilities

• Lead Manufacturing Engineers, Manufacturing Engineering Technicians and CNC Programmers in supporting multiple Green Bay facilities.
• Provide direction for manufacturing process development, operational execution, and manufacturing priorities across multiple production areas.
• Drive continuous improvement through standard work, layout optimization, 7S practices, cross-functional problem solving, and practical execution.
• Develop plant layouts for manufacturing areas focused on part flow, workflow, efficiency and overall cost effectiveness.
• Initiate capital equipment investments, prepare cost justifications, and lead the overall implementation of projects.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, and Management to resolve quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Monitor industry trends and developments in engineering technology and make recommendations on equipment and systems investments.
• Recruit, coach, mentor, and develop team members while establishing clear performance goals, accountability, and career development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing technology or a related degree preferred.
• Five years of manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in engineering or manufacturing.

Skills

• Proficiency in 3D Modeling Software (SolidWorks).
• Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements.
• Experience managing capital and operational budgets.
• ERP/MRP experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading change management initiatives that define tools and processes and improve competencies.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills with team, internal customers and suppliers that include a strong focus on teamwork and internal/external customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Cultivates Innovation