Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Neenah, WI, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this field generally span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 2,952 mechanical trade professionals in Neenah, WI, with wages averaging around $1,082.75 per week. The trade offers promising growth, with a projected annual increase in employment. Aspiring mechanical trade professionals can find apprenticeships through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often surpassing $56,200 annually for experienced professionals.
Join the leader in paper converting and become a member of the Valmet team as a Mechanical field service technician! Deciding on your next employer is not a decision to be made lightly. But if you want to work on the front lines of development, shaping the field as you go, keep reading to see what we have to offer! Our winning team is built by continuous investment in skills development, leadership, with a high drive and well-being. As a global company, we offer many career paths to suit individual needs and aspirations. Apply your expertise as a Field service technician in our Valmet Tissue Converting Team out of our Green Bay, WI office. Responsibilities The Mechanical Service Technician will be the face of Valmet while traveling to customer facilities and providing a high level of professionalism while servicing equipment. You will be asked to travel 60% and be responsible to work with customers and Project Coordinators on servicing existing equipment, new equipment installs, upgrades, and audits. In this role you will require close collaboration with cross functional teams including Sales, Spares, Tips & Mods, Engineering along with other Mechanical and Electrical Technicians at various customer locations. You will be responsible to travel, work with customers and colleagues in problem solving, assembling, and maintaining converting equipment. You need the ability to read pneumatic and hydraulic schematics to resolve issues along with being a quick learner in a fast-paced environment. Expectations Previous experience is preferred, including operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, inspections, and repairs or Two (2) year technical associate degree (Mechanical, or Mechatronics) or the equivalent combination of technical school training, military, or industrial experience required. Will need to be team oriented but also able to work individually and solve problems in a high stress and fast paced environment. Must be a problem solver and have a driven personality to learn new things. Ability to read drawings, schematics, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). We're willing to work with motivated individuals for their career at Valmet. We Offer We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a company 401k with company match as well as company-funded pension. Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen. Additional Information Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people. To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly with us online. Where everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, and serve an even wider base of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to moving our customers' performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork. Join the team! www.valmet.com/careers Please note that Valmet will never ask for personal financial information during the interview process. If you feel you have been a victim of an online job posting scam, please notify the Federal Trade Commission. Valmet is an equal opportunity employer. All employees and applicants for employment will not be discriminated on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
See More Details >>Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description Develop engineering and product concepts that are innovative, high-quality, cost-appropriate, and satisfy the needs and requirements of all stakeholders, including customers, manufacturing, material, and agency needs. Mentor others on the global discipline team where applicable, and develop mechanical components and system concepts that meet customer requirements. Architect and design mechanical solutions by analyzing performance and feasibility of alternative concepts using theory, simulations, and mathematical models. Implement and verify mechanical designs using appropriate EDA tools, deliver prototype units to customers by selecting components, procuring or fabricating models, and supervising assembly. Develop and execute mechanical design verification test plans per requirements specifications to ensure prototypes meet design requirements. Support the development and assembly of prototypes by providing documentation and assistance to ensure high-quality prototypes are built in a timely manner. Responsibilities • Develop engineering and product concepts that meet stakeholders' needs and requirements. • Mentor others on the global discipline team where applicable. • Develop mechanical components and system concepts that satisfy customer requirements. • Architect and design mechanical solutions by analyzing performance and feasibility of alternative concepts using theory, simulations, and mathematical models. • Implement and verify mechanical designs using appropriate EDA tools. • Deliver prototype units to customers by selecting components, procuring or fabricating models, and supervising assembly. • Develop and execute mechanical design verification test plans per requirements specifications. • Support the development and assembly of prototypes by providing documentation and assistance. Essential Skills • Experience with SolidWorks, sheet metal, and plastic injection molding. • Experience with Creo Parametric. • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering. • 5 years of experience in mechanical design. • Intermediate cross-discipline development knowledge. • Ability to develop good working relationships with team members. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience with both Creo Parametric and SolidWorks is desired. Work Environment The work environment involves working with engineering design tools and software such as SolidWorks and Creo Parametric. The position requires collaboration with a global team and the ability to mentor others. The engineer will be involved in prototype development, requiring attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks to ensure timely delivery of high-quality prototypes. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Neenah,WI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: • Hiring diverse talent • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.
See More Details >>Your Job Are you passionate about exploring new ideas and breaking through conventional norms? At Georgia-Pacific, we share your enthusiasm for pushing boundaries and embracing creative solutions. We constantly challenge the status quo, take calculated risks, and strive to improve the products we make. Georgia-Pacific is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the Dixie® business with a focus on Dixie® plates, the #1 paper plate in the market. It is a great opportunity to solve complex consumer problems by combining creative design solutions with deep understanding of materials and manufacturing principles. The position will report to the Neenah Technical Center located in Neenah, WI with hybrid work considered. Our Team The Georgia-Pacific Dixie® R&D team is responsible for the technical developments that will allow the Dixie brand to maintain its position as the preferred brand of disposable plates, cups, cutlery and food packaging. We are entrepreneurs who innovate daily and collaborate cross-functionally to design products and execute projects that create value for our consumers, customers, communities, and company. We value lifelong learners who want to contribute and grow with us. Our team is successful because we have self-starters who work collaboratively and leverage the diverse skills across the team to solve complicated problems, which enables everyone to maximize their contributions to business success. What You Will Do • Design and Experimentation: Design, experiment, and evaluate alternatives to solve complex problems and execute product roadmaps based on understanding of technical capabilities, business and market needs. • Technology Development: Collaborate with internal and external technology partners to develop and implement new tooling design, pressed paper manufacturing, and substrate technologies into product roadmaps across lab, pilot, and commercial scales. • Consumer Focus: Connect market and consumer needs to product performance by designing alternatives and setting technical specifications on final product design. • Collaboration: Work with business stakeholders, innovation team, consumer research, quality, operations, and our supply partners to drive product/cost improvements by maximizing throughput, minimizing waste, and optimizing products in the portfolio. • Risk Management: Design and execute experiments to understand and mitigate technical risk of new products by considering market feedback plus manufacturing capability. • Product Support: Provide technical support on product claims, data substantiation, intellectual property, and overall product points of view to our business leaders, operations, manufacturing, sales, and marketing teams. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering • Demonstrated hands-on experience in designing, developing, and implementing tooling solutions for mechanical systems, ensuring precision and efficiency in manufacturing and testing processes. • Experience creating 3D parts and drawings in Solidworks, AutoCad Inventor, or Pro/EngineerProduct development experience including independently leading technical projects What Will Put You Ahead • Extensive experience in research, product and technology development • Advanced degree in Engineering • Papermaking or paper converting processes experience • Tooling design and manufacturing experience • FEA, predictive modeling experience • Consumer products product development experience • Experience managing relationships with outside vendors (design/manufacture/materials) At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here . Who We Are As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf
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