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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)
Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.
Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you're going to want to be here.
Join us and become part of the power behind possible.
About The Opportunity
This position provides guidance and technical leadership through execution of metal fabrication and welding processes. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations through weld line setup, fixture development, automation integration, capacity planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role partners with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Sales, and Customers to successfully execute production processes that meet the customer requirements.
-Meets all key duties and responsibilities of a Metal Fabrication Engineer.
-Lead and manage operational projects related to metal fabrication, welding, automation, material handling, and plant infrastructure improvements.
-Develop and implement weld line layouts, workstation designs, and material flow strategies to support production requirements and optimize throughput.
-Design, validate, and improve welding fixtures, tooling, and work holding systems to ensure repeatable quality, ergonomic operation, and efficient cycle times.
-Analyze and improve fabrication and welding processes including:

• MIG welding
• Robotic welding applications
• Tube and sheet metal fabrication
• Laser cutting
• Press brake operations
• Assembly processes

-Lead technical activities associated with new product launches, including:

• Manufacturing feasibility reviews
• Process development
• Weld sequence planning
• Fixture design
• Capacity analysis
• Production validation and launch support

-Establish and maintain manufacturing standards, work instructions, process documentation, and operator training programs.
-Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on:

• Labor efficiency
• Weld quality
• Cycle time reduction
• Scrap reduction
• Equipment utilization
• Schedule attainment

-Support robotic welding implementation and optimization, including programming coordination, fixture validation, and process troubleshooting.
-Collaborate with Quality and Production teams to investigate welding defects, dimensional concerns, and process variation using root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
-Work with suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and integrators to specify, procure, install, and commission fabrication and welding equipment.
-Interface with plant leadership, engineers, supervisors, maintenance personnel, and production associates to improve manufacturing performance and technical capabilities.
-Conduct project management training, technical coaching, and process improvement workshops as required.
-Position will maintain two direct reports: Cobot programmer and Production Designer (fixtures).
-Other duties as assigned.
Education/Certification
Level Required

• Bachelor's Degree - Plastics Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering

Level Desired

• Scientific Molding Certifications, such as RJG
• Train the Trainer
• Certification in Project Management by PMBOK

Work Experience Required

• 3-6 years of relevant work experience
• AutoCAD &/or SolidWorks experience
• Project management experience
• Welding experience, when in Customs operations

Work Experience Desired

• 6-8 years of relevant work experience
• Experience with plastic molding operations.
• Familiarity with Scientific Molding principles
• Knowledge of product design/manufacturability

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Two companies, one vision.
Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.
Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.
Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today's supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.
Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.
Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you'll have opportunities to grow.
The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!
Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.