About Us:
Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC is a privately held company with over 35 years of history dedicated to providing corrugated box manufacturing machines and services to the changing industry. As the paperboard packaging industry's premier global supplier of productivity-enhancing process machinery and systems, we supply innovative designs, intelligent automation, and optimized workflow, coupled with highly responsive parts and service support. Our United States and Europe based engineering, manufacturing, sales and service operations provide a global support system covering the full product portfolio of Alliance, Serco, TEI, ASC, Pallmac, J&L and Tanabe machines.
Job Description:
THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE LOCATED IN SPOKANE, WA.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Engineer develops and improves manufacturing processes surrounding mechanical components or systems through a combination of direct and indirect methods. The Mfg. Engineer position ensures that design, installation and operation conform to Industry and Company standards and helps to develop stronger conformity to those standards in order to promote a Quality product.
The Manufacturing Engineer also develops or improves manufacturing processes through product research, facilitating interviews or improvement events, in turn the combined information is used to make appropriate recommendations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops, evaluates and recommends manufacturing processes through designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from workers and working with the Engineering team.
- Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning the workflow, production documents, space requirements, and equipment layout.
- Design or revise existing drawings using Solidworks; develop floor plans/ layouts using 2D software such as AutoCAD or Draftsight.
- Familiarity of Lean Manufacturing concepts such as Value-Added time, Waste, PDCA cycle and 5S.
- Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
- Promotes the transition of traditional Fabrication design philosophies to Mistake-Proofed, Self-Fixturing philosophy through facilitation of design review process and the gathering of user feedback, the solid model revision process and the prototype/ model validation.
- Engineers are service oriented and possesses high level of social nuance, interpersonal communication skills, work ethic and attitude; may be required to instruct several topics through various mediums such as video, Job Instruction Guideline sheets, In-person formal instruction.
- Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
- Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Familiar with Project Lifecycle and Project Management tools to organize and document information accordingly.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Becomes familiar with all company safety standards.
- Performs all commitments/tasks in a timely and professional manner.
- Performs other duties/responsibilities as required.
Support Safety, Quality and Improvement
- Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning the workflow, production documents, space requirements, and equipment layout.
- Manufacturing Engineers may be required to facilitate and lead presentation or Safety, Quality or Improvement events including design review discussions
- Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
- Actively supports Safety and Safety Culture, may be required to conduct interviews, investigations or otherwise support identifying safety process problems and eliminating them.
- Familiarity of Lean Manufacturing concepts such as Value, Waste, Mistake-Proofing/ Poka-Yoke’ and 5S with ability to apply CI tools to work environment.
- Conducts experiments, tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality, performance or facilitate learning.
PURCHASING AUTHORITY LEVEL
None
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
None
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with a high degree of satisfaction. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing/ Mfg. Tech or similar ABET certified degree.
Experience and Skills
- 3-5 years’ Manufacturing work experience and education or work experience with appropriate transferable skills (Critical Thinking, Strong Communication, Time Management and Troubleshooting).
- Strong self-efficacy with an ability to coordinate assignments of varying scope and detail, handle increased responsibility, and apply sound judgment within the scope of responsibility as required.
- Ability to solve complex problems and issues.
- Possesses a positive attitude towards all employees and creates positive working relationships.
- Strong interpersonal skills facilitating direct, concise written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate through thought and behavior an environment of participation, collaboration and engagement.
- Demonstrate an eagerness and curiosity toward new things, interested in learning.
Physical Requirements
To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, an individual must be willing and able to
- Travel as needed.
- Sit at a desk or computer for extended periods of time.
- Move about the office and factory with occasional lifting, bending and reaching.
- Dial, hear and respond to telephone calls and inquiries.
Employee Equipment
Employee will provide steel-toed boots.
Compensation: $80,000-90,000 (DOE)
Benefits: Alliance offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K with employer match, PTO, paid holidays and a bonus program.
At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.
Company:
AllianceSkills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a similar ABET-certified program
- 3–5 years of manufacturing work experience, education, or transferable experience
- Critical thinking, strong communication, time management, and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to coordinate assignments of varying scope and detail and apply sound judgment
- Ability to solve complex problems and issues
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and participate effectively with employees and teams
- Willingness and curiosity to learn new things
- Ability to travel as needed
- Ability to sit at a desk or computer for extended periods
- Ability to move around the office and factory, including occasional lifting, bending, and reaching
- Ability to provide and wear steel-toed boots
Barry-Wehmiller Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Barry-Wehmiller and has not been reviewed or approved by Barry-Wehmiller.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with immediate vesting and a defined company match is provided, supporting structured long‑term savings. Plan specifics are documented in the current benefits handbook.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available for both birth and secondary caregivers, complemented by family‑building supports such as fertility benefits. Company‑paid disability coverage offers additional income protection around family events.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A wellness incentive program can significantly reduce medical premiums when requirements are met. Telehealth and second‑opinion services, along with other resources, broaden everyday support.
Barry-Wehmiller Insights
What We Do
We’re Building A Better World. We’re more than just a successful capital equipment and engineering solutions firm. We’re an organization fiercely committed to improving the lives of our team members across the globe. By providing meaningful work in an environment of care and compassion, we send them home fulfilled by their time with us, rather than drained by it. We understand what every human being on the planet desires: to know that who they are and what they do matter. As a business, we have a unique opportunity to let them know that they do. Through our Truly Human Leadership culture and personal growth initiatives, we help them become their best selves. And when we bring out their best, they give their best. To their work, their team members and friends, our customers and suppliers, the people in the communities in which they work and live, and--most important of all--to their families. And before you know it, a better job has helped build a better world!
