Process Engineer
Wieland North America · Pine Hall, NC
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Metals
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Wieland North America (metals) in Pine Hall, NC. Analyze, record and maintain process data for future reference.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Root cause, FMEA, Minitab
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
- Openings
- 3 with this title at this site
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Process Engineer roles in North Carolina: typical posted base $88k–$120k.
Median of the low and high ends of 23 live postings that list pay, out of 53 process engineer openings in North Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
North Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 52 other live process postings in North Carolina.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $88k–$120k, from 23 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 45%
- ✓ Six Sigma 45%
- ✓ Lean 30%
- SPC 25%
- Team leadership 25%
- FDA / GMP 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Wieland North America in Pine Hall
1 other open role at this site.
- Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
Process Engineer at Wieland North America in other locations
Wieland North America lists this title in 2 places. Pick the plant you can get to.
- East Alton, IL · $89k–$130k
Full description from Wieland North AmericaAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Process Engineer
Responsibilities
- ◆Learn all machine functions and process flow of assigned area and corresponding quality requirements.
- ◆Become subject matter expert for the technical and quality aspects of assigned area, optimizing, developing, and implementing Standard Operating Procedures.
- ◆Analyze, record and maintain process data for future reference.
- ◆Identify, design and implement optimization of workflow in accordance too quality requirements, to boost productivity, increase Machine Uptime and eliminate the 8 waste according to Lean Manufacturing principle.
- ◆Lead continuous improvement and implements cost reduction activities.
- ◆Develop and deliver training on new and revised SOP to department trainers.
- ◆Utilize problem solving and statistical tools (such as A3 and Six Sigma technique) to resolve processing and quality issues.
- ◆Experience PFMEA (Process Failure Mode Analysis)
- ◆Participate in the development and execution of equipment installation and operational
qualifications
to achieve expected process capability.
- ✓He/she will work to minimize repairs and maintenance required through collaboration of Preventative Maintenance activities.
Process Engineer
Qualifications
- ✓3-5 years in a manufacturing environment with mechanical and/or production processes, quality assurance, and Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma experience.
- ✓Bachelor’s Degree required (Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Materials Science Engineering preferred).
- ✓Flexible, people oriented and able to work in a team environment.
- ✓Possess strong and demonstrated analytical and decision making skills that foster developing creative solutions.
- ✓Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment – strong ability to multitask complex projects efficiently.
- ✓Ability to support operating goals and to execute process improvement projects, including the ability to define, develop, and document requirements.
- ✓Experience with project planning, meeting deadlines, and staying within budget.
- ✓Knowledge of Word, Excel and Power Point required. Access, SQL and Minitab preferred.
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Overview
Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.
Wieland's Cultural Values
Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety , ambition , optimism , reliability , ownership , diversity , & respect .
Wieland is hiring a Process Engineer . The Process Engineer will be responsible for analyzing, trouble shooting and enhancing of continuous flow processes and equipment utilizing problem solving techniques. This role is located in Pine Hall, NC and will be fully on-site.
Schedule: M-F, 2-11pm
Joining Wieland’s team gives you…
- •Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
- •Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
- •Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- •Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
- •Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
- •Sustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations .