Careers at Eriez

Eriez Manufacturing Co. (“Eriez”) is a privately held global company that is recognized as a world authority in separation technologies. Eriez designs, manufactures & markets magnetic separation, metal detection, material handling, fluid recycling & advanced flotation technologies through 13 international subsidiaries in six continents! At Eriez our employees are the catalysts for success. Eriez is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

*All openings are located in Erie, Pennsylvania, unless otherwise noted.

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If you are interested in one of our open positions, please send your cover letter and resume to hr@eriez.com for consideration.

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Lead R&D Mechanical Engineer

Currently we have an opening for a Lead R&D Mechanical Engineer at our Wager Road facility. The individual selected for this role will design, develop, and successfully implement research and development products from concept to release. Perform ANSYS finite element structural and modal analyses to support product design. Lead teams of engineers and designers through each phase of the product design and development program.

Qualifications:

1. Possess the ability to work independently on projects with minimal supervision, and to define and maintain accurate manpower requirements and timeframes for project completion.
2. Possess the ability to define all the research and development steps required to successfully take an idea from concept to product release.
3. Possess machine design experience with the ability to review existing and new product designs from an engineering point of view.
4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of ANSYS finite element analysis software. This includes fully understanding the limitations of the elements used to model a component/system, properly modeling the component/system, ensuring that ANSYS solutions provide an accurate evaluation of the component or system, and presenting the results in design meetings including the methods and assumptions.
5. Possess the ability to ensure that all necessary engineering calculations are properly completed to meet specifications.
6. Demonstrate a high level of creativity and ingenuity to provide reliable, cost-effective engineering solutions.
7. Possess the ability to design lab test programs to evaluate new prototype products to meet specifications.
8. Possess strong oral and written communication skills to relay clear, concise information to supervisors, co-workers, technicians, designers, and upper management.
9. Possess the ability to lead teams of engineers and designers in engineering projects.
10. Possess the ability to troubleshoot machine and process issues, identify the root causes of the issues, and provide engineered solutions.
11. Possess the ability to create 3D solid models of design concepts using Inventor software, and to create drawings which contain the proper design functional requirements and utilize proper dimensioning and tolerancing per ANSI and AWS documentation practices.
12. Willing to travel internationally as required.

Job Duties:

1. Define all the research and development steps required to successfully take an idea from concept to product release. This includes defining and maintaining accurate manpower requirements and timeframes to complete the project.
2. Perform ANSYS finite element structural and modal mechanical analyses of components including accurate modeling, meshing, diagnostics, FEA validation, identification and resolution of design deficiencies, post-processing, and results reporting.
3. Ensure that all necessary engineering calculations are properly completed to meet specifications.
4. Design and develop lab test programs to evaluate new prototype products to meet specifications.
5. Lead and supervise engineers and designers on research and development projects.
6. Present project progress reports to R&D and corporate management personnel.
7. Evaluate equipment performance and provide solutions as needed in the lab, in a production environment, and in the field.
8. Create 3D solid models of design concepts using Inventor software. Work with designers and engineers to ensure that drawings contain the proper design functional requirements and utilize proper dimensioning and tolerancing per ANSI and AWS documentation practices.
9. Produce Installation, Operation, and Maintenance (IOM) documents for equipment.
10. Communicate with sales and manufacturing personnel while planning and executing research and development projects.
11. Communicate concerns and questions to immediate supervisor.
12. Travel on occasion to field installations to evaluate and trouble shoot equipment issues.
13. Perform other tasks as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering required. Master of Science or professional engineering license desired.

Experience:

• 10 years minimum experience in mechanical design taking an idea from concept to product release in a research and development environment.
• 3 years minimum experience performing finite element analyses using ANSYS.
• 2 years minimum experience managing R&D projects including supervising engineering personnel.

Utility Assembler/Coil Winding - Second Shift

Duties:

1. Assemble/wind various coil assemblies to written instructions or engineering drawings to meet established standards.
2. Set up and operate all coil winding machines, selecting the proper speeds and feeds for various winding applications using proper mandrels and other fixtures/tooling as required.
3. Splice wires of various diameters using a resistance wire splicer, aluminum solder and silver solder and the required torch equipment to obtain good mechanical and electrical characteristics.
4. Perform wet winding operations using proper precautions handling epoxy compounds, keeping work area neat and clean.
5. Use specialized tools and fixtures electrical and mechanical to complete assembly.
6. Ability to work with epoxies and adhesives as required in the assembly applications.
7. Able to work in a safe manner routinely handling coils weighing several thousand pounds and powerful magnets and high voltage.
8. Perform coil winding and assembly work in other assembly areas as directed by supervisor/leadman.
9. Keep log of all coils wound, including all pertinent data to ensure coil quality.
10. Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

1. Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and use basic shop math including decimals and fractions.
2. Able to read and follow engineering drawings, assembly procedures, instruction manuals and material/pick lists to complete assemblies.
3. Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
4. Ability to use measuring tools to verify accuracy of cut materials.

Schedule:

• Night shift (3PM-11PM)

Parts Finisher - Second Shift

Qualifications:

1. High school or equivalent (Required)
2. Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
3. US work authorization (Required)
4. Night Shift (Preferred)

Requirements:

1. Able to read and understand written and verbal instructions.
2. Computer literate.
3. Able to read engineering drawings and interpret specification sheets and use hand tools to achieve a finish specified by drawings/spec sheets.
4. Able to safely handle large, heavy (often magnetized) objects with the aid of cranes and forklift.

Duties:

1. Finish parts as specified by drawings/spec. sheets, including polishing and sanitary finishing of magnetic assemblies.
2. De-burr work pieces with use of files, grinders, sanders, etc.
3. Use filling compounds to repair surface imperfections.
4. Operate sandblast and glass bead equipment.
5. Operate cranes to safely move work pieces.
6. Use proper techniques to clean work pieces.
7. Perform miscellaneous labor jobs.
8. Keep work station clean and orderly.

Schedule:

• Night shift (3PM-11PM)

Technical Sales Representative - International Sales

Qualifications:

1. Four-year Degree, Bachelor of Science, Business Management, Engineering or eight years equivalent related experience.
2. 3-5 years applicable sales/marketing experience, preferably industrial equipment in process industries.  
3. Ability to work with individuals at all levels, customer, representative and internally with little supervision.         
4. Excellent communication skills including business and technical writing.  Able to handle details of equipment sales, including commercial and technical issues and work effectively under pressure.
5. Must be willing to travel, mostly internationally, as necessary (typically 30-35%, may be more from time to time)
6. Experience with personal computers, word processing and spreadsheet applications required.
7. Exceptional language skills required.  Must be highly proficient in the Spanish language, written and spoken.  Other languages a plus.
8. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and eligible to obtain any and all travel visas required. 

Job Duties:

1. Work closely with representatives and customers by phone, mail, and in person to solve problems.
2. Recommend and price the appropriate equipment for the customer’s application.
3. Work closely with Engineering and Technical Center personnel to solve application problems.
4. Travel with field representatives and make sales calls and sales presentations to get orders for all product lines in Latin America and other territories as may be assigned.
5. Train customers and new reps in pricing and applying Separation, Vibratory and Metal Detection, and Mining equipment.
6. Occasionally perform start-up and service calls.
7. Act as liaison between customers and reps in the field and various Eriez home office departments.
8. Be familiar with the policies, products, pricing, etc., of the markets served by the Company and the sales department and assist as necessary. 
9. Entertain and act as company host during representative and customer visits, including coordinating lab tests and sales training sessions. 
10. Other similar and related duties as assigned.

Buyer

The selected candidate for this role will review and analyze purchase requisitions, investigate, and develop sources of supplies, prepare bid specifications, issue bid requests and review quotations. Additionally, they will purchase materials, equipment, supplies and services of a specialized or complex nature in accordance with prescribed purchasing regulations and procedures. They will interpret and communicate purchasing procedures to departments and vendors, as a specialist in assigned material categories, which require a degree of technical knowledge. This position requires the use of initiative and independent judgment and ability to read and understand written instructions and engineering drawings.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in related field AND one year of buying experience; OR, five years of buying experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Duties:

1. Examines and analyzes departmental purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information; contacts department or initiator to clarify or complete information; determines method to process requisition based on dollar amount, timeliness required, existing open contracts, and/or competitive bidding.
2. Makes adjustments/returns with vendors about replacements due to non-conformity to Engineering or Purchasing specifications.
3. Identifies and selects vendor to procure requisitioned commodities, meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality and delivery date and places orders.
4. Identifies and assists in developing new sources of supply, securing favorable terms for the company. Also updates records and files and secures samples, descriptions, photos, or other pertinent information.
5. Writes and distributes bid invitations or requests for proposals; receives and analyzes bids, quotes, proposals, and awards the contract after approval from the Purchasing Manager.
6. Resolves purchasing problems between department and vendor.
7. Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures.
8. Knowledge of materials, products, and the commodity market in area of specialization.
9. Skill in preparing and analyzing complex technical specifications and bids.
10. Skill in both verbal and written communication.
11. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
12. Ability to read and understand written instructions and engineering drawings
13. CPM or CPIM a plus

Production Manager, Metal Detection & Controls

The talented individual selected for this role will manage the Metal Detector and Controls Production departments at our Asbury Road location in Erie. They will serve as a key liaison with other managers/departments to achieve manufacturing objectives and monitor production to resolve issues and implement process improvements. Additionally, they will manage and determine the number of necessary resources (workforce, equipment and tools, materials etc.) to meet production plans.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's (Preferred)
2. Manufacturing: 5 years (Preferred)
3. Electrical Engineering Technology: 5 years (Preferred)
4. CAD: 3 years (Preferred)
5. US work authorization (Preferred)

Job Duties:

1. Proven experience as Production Supervisor or Manager in a quality focused manufacturing environment.
2. Electrical Engineering Technology Degree preferred or equivalent experience with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field(s).
3. Thorough understanding of electrical and electronic circuitry, industrial controls, electromechanical and pneumatic systems.
4. Ability to read and comprehend complicated mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and circuit schematics.
5. Thorough understanding of use of test equipment for functional and electrical testing of controls, repair and troubleshooting of systems.
6. Review drawings of control panels, junction boxes, mechanical assemblies, complete systems (Including complete assemblies, internal layout, schematics, wire diagrams and interconnections).
7. Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations.
8. Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts.
9. Working knowledge of CAD programs and proficient in MS Office and ERP software. Knowledge of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne a plus.
10. Outstanding communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
11. Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach.
12. Able to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines.
13. Work individually and as part of a team to develop new products, support existing products, test and evaluate equipment.
14. Participate in the full-lifecycle management of employees from recruitment to training and development and creating a culture of accountability where employees are responsible for achieving high quality and strong measurable performance.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Apply lean manufacturing principles to optimize workflow within the department, achieve due dates and reduce lead times.
2. Monitor equipment maintenance requirements, propose capital equipment purchases for replacement or process improvements.
3. Ensure output meets quality standards and customer specifications.
4. Accurately enter and maintain data within databases.
5. Supervise and evaluate performance of production personnel including employee development plans and goal setting process.
6. Enforce health and safety precautions to continue to build a culture of safety at Eriez.
7. Maintain current knowledge of technologies and trends, as they apply to the Eriez Metal Detector and Controls product lines, and continually strengthen skills.
8. Provide technical assistance to other departments and customers as needed.
9. Work with finance and accounting to prepare and manage department expense budgets
10. Reports to position of Plant Manager or Director of Operations

Lead R&D Manufacturing Engineer

This position reports directly to the Director, Research & Development. The talented individual selected for this role will design, develop, and successfully implement manufacturing equipment and processes for new and existing product designs.

Qualifications:

1. Ability to work independently on projects with minimal supervision.
2. Possess the capability to lead teams of technical personnel in the successful execution of manufacturing projects.
3. Competent at troubleshooting machine and process issues, identify the root causes of the issues, and provide engineered solutions.
4. Familiarity with production manufacturing equipment and quality assurance techniques.
5. Demonstrate a high level of creativity and ingenuity to provide reliable, cost-effective engineering solutions.
6. Machine design experience with the ability to review existing and new product designs from a manufacturing engineering point of view.
7. Very good communication skills to relay clear and concise information to supervisors, management, and co-workers.
8. Ability to review design drawings with respect to global dimensional and tolerance standards.
9. Capability to perform cost-benefit analyses.
10. Willing to travel internationally as required.

Job Duties:

1. Design, develop, and specify manufacturing processes for new and existing product designs.
2. Implement, test, and qualify manufacturing processes for new and existing product designs.
3. Evaluate manufacturing processes based on quality criteria, such as technical requirements, efficiency, capacity, and speed.
4. Troubleshoot machine and process issues, identify the root causes of the issues, and provide cost-effective engineered solutions.
5. Perform cost-benefits analyses for new and existing manufacturing work centers.
6. Create manufacturing work instructions for new and existing product designs to ensure process quality.
7. Ensure that manufacturing procedures for new and existing work centers follow safety and environmental regulations.
8. Train manufacturing personnel in new and existing processes.
9. Collaborate with Eriez global and subcontract manufacturing personnel, engineers, contractors, and suppliers to effectively perform duties.

Required Education:

BS in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.

Required Experience:

10 years minimum experience in successfully designing and implementing new manufacturing equipment and processes for the production and testing of parts and assemblies within a manufacturing environment.

5 years minimum project management experience with supervisory skills.

Eriez is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Control Technician

Requirements:

1. Able to read and understand complex electrical schematics, basic electronic schematics, and assembly drawings.
2. Familiar with various electrical and electronic testing equipment and procedures to check and test the performance and safety of electrical controls and electronic products.
3. Able to assemble, wire, test, and trouble-shoot complex electrical and basic electronic products.
4. Able to plan, layout, wire, and test complete systems in an orderly and economical manner.
5. Working knowledge of high voltage and high current circuits down to control signal levels and instrumentation.
6. Working knowledge of industrial control components including but not limited to relays, timers, starters, rectifiers, shunts, transformers, motors, VFD’s, PLC’s and various forms of instrumentation.
7. Perform layout and drill operations whenever necessary to meet production schedules.
8. Assist in training of new or inexperienced personnel in the assembly and wiring procedures of Eriez products.
9. Keep work area and equipment clean and safe.
10. Perform other similar and related duties as assigned.

Material Handler Coordinator, Sub Contract Services

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Issue and/or deliver materials to sub-contractors and process associated inventory transactions.
• Load and unload sub-contractors’ trucks as required.
• Receive sub-contracted jobs to stock and perform related transactions.
• Communicate stock shortages and overages.
• Notifies subcontract vendors when material is ready for pick up.
• Assist Sub-Contract Manager and/or Sub Contract Leadman as well as Sub-Contractors as required to maintain flow of quality work in timely manner.
• Cut materials if required.
• Drive forklifts and company vehicles as required or retrieve materials from sub-contractors or other vendors.
• Maintain clean and orderly workstation following lean manufacturing/5S principles.
• Maintain order flow when Sub-Contract Lead Man is not available.
• Perform similar and related duties as assigned by Sub-Contract Manager or Lead Man.
• Locates material and fills Pick lists to support customer orders.
• Provide overhead crane operation.
• Provide new vendor development.
• Administer increase in RFQ’s.
• Collect and send drawing packages to suppliers
• Collect materials and track internal work orders to send to suppliers.
• Work collaboratively between vendor and engineering to resolve issues.
• Communicate and reconcile rejects with vendors.
• Complete of Purchase Order (PO) and work order operations in JD Edwards E1 system.

Position Requirements:

• Able to read and understand written instructions.
• Able to use basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions and
• plane geometry.
• Able to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of raw materials, sheet bar and plate, and units of measure.
• Valid PA driver’s license.
• Able to safely handle, load and unload sub-contracted parts.
• Able to enter and retrieve data on various E1 programs.
• Willing to work overtime as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
• Must pass a company paid health physical and pre-employment drug screen.

Utility Assembler, HiVi 2nd shift

Requirements:

• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and use basic shop math including decimals and fractions.
• Able to read and follow engineering drawings, assembly procedures, instruction manuals and material/pick lists to complete assemblies.
• Able to use specialized tools/fixtures, both electrical and mechanical to complete assembly.
• Able to use epoxies and adhesives as required in assembly applications.
• Able to work in a safe manner dealing with powerful magnets and high voltage.
• Perform assembly work in other assembly areas as directed by supervisor/leadman.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
• Must pass a company paid physical, and pre-employment drug screen.

Duties:

• Work where needed, as directed by immediate a manager or leadman.
• Willing to learn new job skills pertaining to HiVi , Coil assembly and other assigned duties.
• Willing and able to work with others as required.
• Perform other similar and related duties as assigned by manager.

Schedule:

• Night shift

Utility Assembler, HiVi 

Requirements:

• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and use basic shop math including decimals and fractions.
• Able to read and follow engineering drawings, assembly procedures, instruction manuals and material/pick lists to complete assemblies.
• Able to use specialized tools/fixtures, both electrical and mechanical to complete assembly.
• Able to use epoxies and adhesives as required in assembly applications.
• Able to work in a safe manner dealing with powerful magnets and high voltage.
• Perform assembly work in other assembly areas as directed by supervisor/leadman.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
• Must pass a company paid physical, and pre-employment drug screen.

Duties:

• Work where needed, as directed by immediate a manager or leadman.
• Willing to learn new job skills pertaining to HiVi , Coil assembly and other assigned duties.
• Willing and able to work with others as required.
• Perform other similar and related duties as assigned by manager.

Utility Assembler Magnetic Assembly

Requirements:

• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and use basic shop math including decimals and fractions.
• Able to read and follow engineering drawings, assembly procedures, instruction manuals and material/pick lists to complete assemblies.
• Able to use specialized tools/fixtures, both electrical and mechanical to complete assembly.
• Able to use epoxies and adhesives as required in assembly applications.
• Able to work in a safe manner dealing with powerful magnets and high voltage.
• Perform assembly work in magnetic assembly and other assembly areas as directed by supervisor/leadman.
• Able to perform mig welding tasksMust be able to multi-task

Duties:

• Work where needed, as directed by immediate a supervisor or leadman.
• Willing to learn new job skills pertaining to magnetic assembly and other assigned duties.
• Willing and able to work with others as required.
• Perform other similar and related duties as assigned by supervisor and/or leadman.

If you are interested in one of our open positions, please send your cover letter and resume to hr@eriez.com for consideration.