On‑Site Process Engineer Technician — 2nd Shift

Wieland North America, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Wieland North America, Inc., based in Wheeling, IL, is seeking a Process Engineer Technician for 2nd shift on-site. The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, supporting new process implementations, and driving improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams, monitor tooling performance, and contribute to SOP development while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work directly with production personnel to resolve technical issues.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills across various levels of the organization.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or process technician role, ideally in metal forming or similar environments.
• Basic understanding of metallurgy, mechanical properties, and manufacturing automation.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Associate degree or technical certification, engineering technology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to production teams by troubleshooting equipment and process issues to minimize downtime and ensure consistent product quality.
• Assist Process Engineers in implementing and sustaining continuous improvement initiatives, including documenting findings and supporting workshop activities.
• Monitor and maintain tooling performance, identifying wear patterns and assisting in corrective actions to extend tool life and reduce operational costs.
• Support the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) by contributing technical insights from frontline experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute manufacturing projects, ensuring technical standards are upheld and timelines are met.
• Promote and uphold safety and environmental compliance in daily operations, identifying and reporting potential hazards.
• Assist in the installation, calibration, and validation of production equipment and process controls to improve reliability, productivity, and safety.
• Provide input on equipment upgrades and purchases based on practical experience and operational needs, ensuring alignment with long-term production goals.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Mechanical understanding

Education

Associate degree or technical cert.

Job description

Wieland North America, Inc., based in Wheeling, IL, is seeking a Process Engineer Technician for 2nd shift on-site. The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, supporting new process implementations, and driving improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will collaborate with engineering and production teams, monitor tooling performance, and contribute to SOP development while upholding safety standards.