This role supports one of Watlow's in-chamber product lines and works closely with Production Leadership, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Product Solutions teams. In this ...
20 Watlow Manufacturing Engineer Jobs Hiring Near You
This role supports one of Watlow's in-chamber product lines and works closely with Production Leadership, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Product Solutions teams. In this ...
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
1st Shift Operator
Columbia, MO · On-site
$19.73/hr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
1st Shift Operator
Columbia, MO · On-site
$19.73/hr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
... manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence. #PoweredByPossibility We are hiring a: Maintenance Equipment Technician I Columbia, MO Watlow is seeking a Maintenance Equipment Technician to ...
... manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence. #PoweredByPossibility We are hiring a: Maintenance Equipment Technician I Columbia, MO Watlow is seeking a Maintenance Equipment Technician to ...
Production Planner
Columbia, MO · On-site
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Production Planner
Columbia, MO · On-site
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$88K - $121K/yr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$88K - $121K/yr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$86K - $118K/yr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$86K - $118K/yr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
2nd Shift Weekend Operator
Columbia, MO · On-site
$19.73/hr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
2nd Shift Weekend Operator
Columbia, MO · On-site
$19.73/hr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
1st Shift Weekend Operator
Columbia, MO · On-site
$19.73/hr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
1st Shift Weekend Operator
Columbia, MO · On-site
$19.73/hr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
At Watlow's Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Columbia, Missouri , we combine precision ... hub for high-performance manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence ...
At Watlow's Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Columbia, Missouri , we combine precision ... hub for high-performance manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence ...
Director, Operations
Columbia, MO · On-site
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Director, Operations
Columbia, MO · On-site
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
2nd Shift Operator
Columbia, MO · On-site
$19.73/hr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
2nd Shift Operator
Columbia, MO · On-site
$19.73/hr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
... manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence. #PoweredByPossibility We are hiring a: Director, Operations Columbia, Missouri (On-Site) Watlow is seeking a Director of Operations to lead our ...
... manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence. #PoweredByPossibility We are hiring a: Director, Operations Columbia, Missouri (On-Site) Watlow is seeking a Director of Operations to lead our ...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$86K - $118K/yr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$86K - $118K/yr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
2nd Shift Operator
$19.73/hr
At Watlow's Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Columbia, Missouri , we combine precision ... hub for high-performance manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence ...
2nd Shift Operator
$19.73/hr
At Watlow's Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Columbia, Missouri , we combine precision ... hub for high-performance manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence ...
Manufacturing Automation Engineer II
Hannibal, MO · On-site
$81K - $104K/yr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Manufacturing Automation Engineer II
Hannibal, MO · On-site
$81K - $104K/yr
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Model Watlow Values while fostering accountability, engagement, safety, and continuous improvement ... Strong manufacturing engineering knowledge and troubleshooting capability. * Demonstrated ...
Model Watlow Values while fostering accountability, engagement, safety, and continuous improvement ... Strong manufacturing engineering knowledge and troubleshooting capability. * Demonstrated ...
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Working at Watlow Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to ...
Watlow Jobs Information
Do workers at Watlow get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
42% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
42% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Does Watlow pay people when they’re sick?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
50% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
50% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
At Watlow, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
83% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
83% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Watlow?
Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
Do workers at Watlow worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
89% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2025.
89% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2025.
Do Watlow workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
71% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2025.
71% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2025.
How easy is it to get time off at Watlow?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do Watlow managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2025.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2025.
Do jobs at Watlow spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2025.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2025.
How easy is it to take sick days at Watlow?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Is working at Watlow good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
80% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
80% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do people at Watlow feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
77% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
77% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people at Watlow get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
92% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
92% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Watlow?
Most people feel stressed out here.
77% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
77% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people at Watlow enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
73% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
73% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people at Watlow recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
46% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
46% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Watlow?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Watlow?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 44% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
In the last year, 44% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people think Watlow’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
73% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
73% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Watlow is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
45% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
45% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
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Watlow rating
8.0
Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
57th of 156 rated electronics manufacturers
Job description
At Watlow’s Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Columbia, Missouri, we combine precision manufacturing with forward-thinking innovation. Part of a global thermal solutions leader founded in 1922, our Columbia facility is a critical hub for high-performance manufacturing, engineering, and operational excellence.
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We are hiring a: Manufacturing Process Technician I
Columbia, MO (Manufacturing Facility)
About the Role
Manufacturing Process Technicians provide hands-on technical support to value streams and production cells within Watlow’s Columbia manufacturing operation. This role supports one of Watlow’s in-chamber product lines and works closely with Production Leadership, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Product Solutions teams.
In this position, you will apply troubleshooting principles and process knowledge to maintain, repair, and improve equipment, fixtures, and tooling—helping ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality manufacturing operations.
What You’ll Do
- Provide day-to-day technical support to production by troubleshooting manufacturing process issues and performing repairs to restore safe operation.
- Assist with equipment changeovers and replacement of critical wear components in automated and semi-automated equipment and hand tooling.
- Design, model, and fabricate tooling and fixtures to support production activities.
- Implement improvements and updates to work instructions and standard work to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
- Support equipment development, validation, and maintenance by following diagrams, manuals, and applicable standards under engineering guidance.
- Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and production team members to support operational goals.
What You Bring — Required Qualifications
- Technical degree or comparable two-year degree in a relevant field, such as mechatronics, maintenance, electronics, or ceramics, or equivalent hands-on manufacturing experience.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, mechanical prints, and basic wiring diagrams.
- Familiarity with manufacturing materials, basic manufacturing processes, and common measurement tools.
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems using a structured, data-driven approach.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to explain technical information to operators, engineers, and leaders.
- Ability to work on-site in a manufacturing environment and support occasional overtime or off-shift work.
What Sets You Apart — Preferred Qualifications
- Two or more years of experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, or tooling technician role supporting ceramic production equipment.
- Working knowledge of electrical wiring, controls, and mechanical systems.
- Proficiency using manual machine tools, including mills and lathes, to fabricate fixtures and tooling.
- Experience using calipers, micrometers, and other measurement tools.
- Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing tools such as 6S, standard work, and basic problem-solving.
- Experience working in environments with strong safety and quality requirements.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
- Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to industrial equipment, tools, and materials.
- Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and handling of parts, fixtures, and tools.
- Exposure to moderate noise, dust, and occasional chemicals; PPE is provided and required.
- Occasional off-shift or weekend work may be required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Infrequent travel of less than 10% annually.
About Watlow
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Industry
Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Saint Louis, MO, US
Year founded
1922