Careers

We work hard to create an environment where people enjoy the work that they do and the people they do it with. Team Wendy is actively hiring for the following open positions. To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to ssimpson[at]teamwendy[dot]com. 

Team Wendy is an equal opportunity employer.

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

A creative and analytical thinker with the main responsibility to create, document, develop, and implement processes required to manufacture, assemble and test products of the company. The primary liaison between new product development and launch, this individual will collaborate within a cross-functional new product planning team to plan, design, arrange, change, optimize, and evaluate manufacturing equipment, tooling and processes for all new or revised products.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the implementation into manufacturing of all new, changed or improved products, including documentation and final reports
• Develop document and analyze process routings and labor standards
• Develop, evaluate, improve and document manufacturing processes
• Work closely with quality and manufacturing personnel to implement measurement and process control techniques and procedures to determine process capability and throughput
• Analyze manufacturing process flows continually for the enhancements of quality, cost reduction, and throughput
• Collaborate within cross-functional product/process planning team
• Design and develop tooling and processes to ensure effective and efficient production methods
• Develop sources for and collaborate with vendors to develop specifications for tooling, equipment, parts, or materials, and evaluating products according to quality standards and specifications
• Assist operations on estimating staffing requirements, production times, and relative costs to provide data for operational decisions
• Work closely with manufacturing department to develop, coordinate, and implement technical and process training for employees
• Design and develop a structured process for improvement and coordinate product/process changes (ECR / PDR process)
• Design, develop and implement fixtures and tooling that are consistent with low defect levels and low product cost
• Create and maintain accurate documentation of tool drawings and equipment design concepts, in accordance with R&D and quality assurance functions.
• Provide engineering support to production department to trouble shoot and resolve technical problems
• Support and contribute content for compliance with all company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, safety and environmental regulations

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Prior experience in manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts
• Measurement techniques including inspection and laboratory testing
• Ability to read technical drawings / blueprints
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Experience in tooling, machining and fabricating processes, especially experience in soft goods development and related fabricating processes such as with sewing and textiles
• Experience using CAD software such as Creo or other design software
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive attitude
• Working knowledge Quality Standards (ISO)
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Extensive use of Microsoft word and excel is required.  Experience with a statistical software package such as SQC Pack or Mini Tab would be a plus.

 

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Team Wendy is seeking a talented communications professional to drive our internal and external communications strategies, including media relations. Reporting to the director of marketing communications, the ideal candidate will have a comprehensive media relations and communications background, excellent writing skills, some social media and integrated marketing experience, and is comfortable with creative and marketing projects.
 
We seek and hire friendly, fun, self-motivated individuals who are smart and driven. We also look for individuals with a passion for marketing communications who are committed to continuous learning to grow their professional experience. We place an emphasis on personal and professional growth and foster an environment where you are able to learn from others and then build upon it, so others can learn from you. The ideal candidate is creative, enthusiastic, detail-oriented and collaborative.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop deep knowledge and understanding of Team Wendy’s business operations, products and customer base.
• Identify and write newsworthy stories and communications for media opportunities, such as press releases, bylined articles and other collateral.
• Assist in the development of an internal communications strategy and ongoing creation of internal communications messaging that supports both our company and corporate ownership.
• Content creation across a multitude of channels.
• Assist in the development of campaign strategy, messaging and thought leadership.
• Participate in strategy development and annual planning for integrated marketing communications tactics.
• Contribute to measurement and analytics, making optimization recommendations especially for media relations and internal communications efforts.
• Assist in the management of brand influencer programs.
• Constant communication with team members.
• Project management and ability to work on a deadline.
• Participation in brainstorming sessions.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS 

• Four to six years in a public relations, communications or relevant role in an agency or in-house corporate communications environment.
• Strong experience in media relations, and content-driven digital and influencer programs.
• Proven experience planning, executing and measuring campaigns, launches and day-to-day communications initiatives.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Meticulous organizational and time management skills.
• Resourcefulness and attention to detail.
• Experience with social and traditional media, and ability to monitor both.
• Comfortable with creative and marketing projects.
• Professional relationship-building skills and social demeanor.
• Big picture, strategic thinker, with grit to execute initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of AP style guidelines required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of work; B.A. in Communications, Journalism or English preferred.
• Technical skills include a basic knowledge of Microsoft Office; knowledge of Microsoft 365 preferred.