Joe Weir
About Joe Weir
Joe Weir is a Manufacturing Engineer with extensive experience in quality, warranty, and cost improvement activities, utilizing Shainin Red-X strategies and Six Sigma methodologies. He has worked at notable companies such as Delphi Automotive Systems, Navistar, and currently at Belcan, and possesses over 10,000 hours of experience on various production equipment.
Work at Belcan
Joe Weir has been employed at Belcan as a Manufacturing Engineer since 2009. In this role, he focuses on various aspects of manufacturing processes, contributing to the company's operational efficiency. His responsibilities include supporting quality initiatives, warranty processes, and cost improvement activities. Weir's extensive experience in manufacturing engineering allows him to implement effective strategies that enhance production capabilities.
Previous Experience at Delphi Automotive Systems
Before joining Belcan, Joe Weir worked at Delphi Automotive Systems as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer from 1996 to 2007. During his eleven years at Delphi, he gained valuable insights into manufacturing processes and quality control. His role involved overseeing engineering projects and implementing improvements that contributed to the company's manufacturing efficiency.
Experience at Navistar
Joe Weir served as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Navistar from 2007 to 2009. His two-year tenure involved managing manufacturing processes and ensuring quality standards were met. Weir's work at Navistar further solidified his expertise in manufacturing engineering and quality assurance.
Education and Expertise
Joe Weir studied at Purdue University, where he developed a strong foundation in engineering principles. He possesses extensive experience in supporting quality, warranty, and cost improvement activities, utilizing Shainin Red-X strategies and Six Sigma methodologies. His technical skills include over 10,000 hours of experience with both manual and CNC production equipment, as well as proficiency with various manufacturing technologies.
Technical Skills and Equipment Familiarity
Joe Weir is familiar with a wide range of manufacturing equipment, including robotic MIG welders, injection machines, assembly equipment, gear machining, and CNC turning/milling machines. He has demonstrated expertise in machining, measurement systems, and test equipment. Additionally, he has a strong background in procuring and conducting manufacturing system installations, validations, and system start-up support.