DeWys Manufacturing Careers

Skilled Trades & Manufacturing Jobs in Grand Rapids

DeWys Manufacturing continues to grow right here in West Michigan. To do so, we need dedicated team members who are capable of performing our style of precision manufacturing and fabrication. We need people for a variety of skilled trades occupations looking for an opportunity of growth, development, and advancement throughout their career. Along with a wide range of growth opportunities, we offer a variety of benefits including flexible scheduling, air-conditioned shop, and the benefits listed on the right of the screen.

A list of open positions are included below. DeWys Manufacturing offers on the job training through DeWys University to help you grow in your careers here, as well as competitive pay up to $25/hr and full benefits.

Be sure to check back often for new openings at DeWys Mfg.. If you’re looking to get started in a new position or through DeWys University, please complete the application to get started.

DeWys Manufacturing is looking to add YOU to one of the following positions:
*We prefer NCRC Accreditations*

Manufacturing Manager – Fabrication

We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Manager to add to our Operations team to oversee all aspects of our fabrication areas.

Manufacturing Manager Duties:

Responsible for the growth and development of team members on all shifts, identifying training needs
Working closely with Master Scheduler to maintain Customer on-time rate of 97.5% or higher
Evaluating & identifying capacity needs to meet Customer demand
Meeting or exceeding shop capacity goals that fulfill Customer needs
Forecasting future equipment needs and incorporating department layout into overall material flow

Manufacturing Manager Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
5 or more years of experience in manufacturing
Metal fabrication background preferred
Previous supervision/management experience
Strong communication, organizational, problem solving, and leadership skills

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Warehouse Laborer – 2nd Shift

We are currently seeking a Warehouse Laborer to join our Shipping & Receiving team on 2^ndshift.

Warehouse Laborer Duties:

Pulling and packaging orders
Loading and unloading trucks
Staging orders to be loaded
Transferring product and adjusting inventory

Warehouse Laborer Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Able to obtain a Hilo license through DeWys
Previous shipping & receiving experience preferred
Experience in ERP systems a plus!

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Robot Operator, Welding – 1st, 2nd, & Weekend Shifts

We are currently seeking mechanically inclined individuals to join our welding team on 1st, 2nd, and Weekend shifts.

Robot Operator Duties:

Set up, adjust, and operate robotic welder
Read customer blueprints and work instructions
Troubleshoot issues to eliminate causes of rejected parts
Grind parts as needed
Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Robot Operator Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous welding experience or training preferred
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Willing to work overtime as necessary

For information on DeWys University training click here.

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Press Brake Operator – 1st, 2nd, & Weekend Shifts

We are currently seeking detail-oriented individuals to join our team on 1st, 2nd, and Weekend shifts.

Press Brake Operator Duties:

Set up, adjust, and operate press brake
Read customer blueprints and work instructions
Troubleshoot issues to eliminate causes of rejected parts
Perform periodic quality inspections throughout shift
Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Press Brake Operator Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous metal fabrication experience preferred
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
Willing to work overtime as necessary

To find out more information about DeWys University Press Brake training click here.

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Powder Coat Team Member – 1st, 2nd, & Weekend Shifts

We are currently seeking team-oriented individuals to join our powder coat paint line on 1st, 2nd, & Weekend shifts.

Powder Coat Team Member Duties:

Read customer blueprints and diagrams
Prep all parts for painting by plugging and racking parts
Load and unload sheet metal parts to conveyor paint line
Assembly and packaging of finished parts
Troubleshoot issues to eliminate causes of rejected parts
Maintain a clean and organized workspace

Powder Coat Team Member Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous powder coat experience preferred
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions
Good communication and teamwork skills
Willing to work overtime as necessary

For more information on powder coating, click here.

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Supply Chain Intern

We are currently seeking a Supply Chain Intern to help with various activities!

Supply Chain Intern Duties:

Will work with our Supply Chain Manager
Work on the launch of our new ERP (Global Shop)
Implement Kanban ordering process to help with barcoding
Evaluate inventory and closing reports
General help to overall process

Supply Chain Intern Qualifications:

Must be in a Supply Chain program
Must have good written and verbal communication skills
Prefer someone willing to work beyond summer

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Value Stream Leader – 1st Shift

Directs, coordinates, and performs production activities of a specific value stream in industrial organization by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reviews, prioritizes, and sequences dispatch schedules generated by the Materials and Scheduling Team to meet customer scheduled delivery dates. Identifies personnel requirements to complete the schedule for the shift. Coordinates with HR and the OM to get additional resources if need be. Identifies to the OM operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems in the VS to minimize costs and prevent operational delays review quality issues and corrective actions.
Conducts weekly meetings reviewing/setting goals for the following performance measures. 6-S, On-time, Utilization, Workload, Resource needs, Team member concerns, CI, Quality, Safety, MRO.
Completes weekly audits in their areas for Preventive Maintenance schedules, LPA (Layer Process Audits).
Continuous Improvement: work on set up reductions, own the value stream map of the area, create and maintain standard work, create and maintain work instructions, work on WIP reductions, inventory reductions, production smoothing.
Determines the skill and knowledge requirements of each team member in the VS in conjunction with the OM. Schedules appropriate training with Process Trainer.
Performs frequent quality inspections with new team members; team members unfamiliar with the product; and problem parts identified by the Quality Team Facilitator. Responsible in addressing all quality issues (internal and customer) with team members. Identifies preventive and corrective actions to ensure mistakes do not happen again. Complete 8-D process on quality issues or process related issues.
Completion of TEA or Dale Carnegie leadership training program. Has been or is involved with a user group to help bring new ideas into DeWys.
Responsible to start up equipment at week beginning and ensure equipment is shut down at end of week.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs reviews in conjunction with the OM. Conducts counseling for employees. Identifies personnel issues to the OM.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate’s degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school with 5 or more years experience in manufacturing, preferably metal fabrication; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Leadership training.

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CMM Programmer

DeWys Manufacturing is looking for a CMM Programmer to join our growing team! CMM Programmer responsibilities include calibrating the coordinate measuring machine, act as a point person for quality team, scheduling work, handling reviews, and managing day to day quality issues. To be successful in this role, you should be fully trained and experienced in CMM programing with a minimum of 2 years of experience.

CMM Programmer Duties and Responsibilities

Program or calibrate the coordinate measuring machine (CMM)
Act as point person for quality team, scheduling work, handling reviews, and managing day to day issues.
Conduct quality control inspections
Work with a team to meet manufacturing deadlines.
CMM Programming & Set-up
New Product Introduction – Support Team on PPAP
Drawing review / feasibility
Develop metrology documents for new product launches to meet customer requirements.
Gauge Set-up & Validation – ensure gauge R@R & capability study can progress.
Participates in preventative actions where appropriate.
Conducts corrective actions and perform problem solving analysis and reporting as required.
Participates in needs analysis and attends or performs training as needed.
Participates, as requested, in independent objective auditing activities and supports company continuous improvement activities.
Stops work on processes as appropriate and contain suspect or defective material or services to avoid further processing.
Develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
Devises sampling procedures and designs and develops forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data.
Establishes program to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and analytical equipment and facilities.
Develops and implements methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material and devises methods to assess cost and responsibility.
Conduct part and check fixture certifications and re-certification as required.
Maintain equipment and report any problems with equipment.
Responsible for part and check fixture layout with written data which supports that parts and fixture are made to print for PPAP.
Maintain and update part layout history files.

CMM Programmer Requirements and Qualifications

Fully trained experienced Offline CMM Programming to alignment requirements – RPS etc. Minimum of 2 years of experience.
Prior leadership experience preferred.
Full understanding of Technical Drawings and GD&T
High Standard of computer literacy
Excellent verbal and written communicator
Attention to detail.
Methodical approach to problem solving.
Blueprint reading skills.
Familiarity with GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing) symbols
Experience with precise measurement tools, such as calipers and micrometers
Basic math skills

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General Machine Operator – 1st, 2nd, & Weekend Shifts

DeWys Manufacturing is looking for a team member with good critical thinking skills and the drive to grow with the company.

Looking for a 1st shift and 2nd shift general machine operator
Will be trained to operate Haegers, Spot Welders, and other pieces of equipment.
Must be willing to work the required shift and overtime as necessary