Engineering Technician - Panels - WKD1 (1st shift)
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Join Haworth as an Engineering Technician in the Panels Plant on WKD1, 1st shift in Holland, MI, Friday to Sunday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM with overtime as needed. You will support the powder coat line and fabrication lamination, troubleshoot on the shop floor, and liaise with operators, maintenance and engineering while creating 2D CAD fabric models for production. Requirements include a high school diploma, 1 year of manufacturing experience, onsite work in Holland with no relocation, unrestricted US work authorization, and tolerance for noise and solvents plus overtime. Preferred: powder coat or fabrics experience, 2D CAD, technical training, or bilingual. Tailor your resume to CAD work, safety, and cross-functional collaboration; highlight weekend availability and relevant certifications, and apply via Haworth’s career site.
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Job Overview
We are currently looking for an Engineering Technician to join our team in Holland, MI in the Panels Plant on WDK1 schedule on 1st shift. The schedule is Friday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM (36 hours). Overtime as business needs.
As an Engineering Technician, you will provide hands-on support to the paint line (powder coat) and fabrication lamination departments. You will serve as a key liaison between machine operators, maintenance, engineering, and operations leaders by actively troubleshooting and resolving on-the-floor issues, escalating concerns as needed. You will help clean and maintain equipment and create reports for tracking machine efficiency. This position will use 2D CAD to create fabric models for production use.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Military Equivalency at www.mynextmove.org/vets/find/military
Work Experience:
- 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment.
In addition:
- Applicants must be able to work onsite in Holland, MI without relocation assistance.
- Applicants must possess an unrestricted right to work in the US to be eligible for this position.
- Ability to work comfortably when exposed to noise, dust, fumes, dirt, solvent, glue, grease, oil, paint, heat, and/or vibrations
- Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Powder coat paint experience.
- Experience working with fabrics.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
- Certification or vocational training.
- 2D CAD experience
- Furniture or automotive manufacturing industry experience.
- Bi-lingual (Spanish/English).
Essential Functions
- Analyze engineering drawings and sketches to create fabric cut models.
- Develop and modify 2D CAD for new and revised parts.
- Operate manufacturing equipment for process improvement testing, samples, and troubleshooting.
- Train operators on the safe and effective operation of equipment.
- Identify and recommend solutions to reduce cycle times and improve the efficiency of operations.
- Must be able to perform all essential job functions with/without accommodation.
- Uses office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.
- Performs other duties within scope as assigned.
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Headquartered in Holland Michigan, Haworth is a family owned global powerhouse at the forefront of innovation and sustainable design in the workspace interiors industry. Here, you'll have access to state of the art resources, collaborate with cross functional teams of passionate innovators, and experience a blend of global reach with personal growth opportunities. Whether you're developing new manufacturing processes, implementing smart factory solutions, or designing tomorrow's workspace solutions, you'll be empowered to make a lasting impact while growing your career.
We believe in the power of collaboration and strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference. Your hard work, dedication, and talent are the foundation of our success and enable us to build meaningful connections with our customers and each other.
At Haworth, members enjoy benefits from their first day of employment:
- 20 Days Paid Time Off: Plus, the option to buy up to 5 extra days.
- Health Benefits: Priority Health Medical options, Delta Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401k Match: Contribute 6% of your annual salary, and Haworth will match up to 7%.
- Insurance Coverage: Company-provided Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
- On-Site Gym: Well-equipped gym, open 24/7.
- Annual Bonus Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Volunteer Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Zero Waste to Landfill