Manufacturing

Position Summary:

To maintain factory equipment and machinery based on input from department supervisors, technicians, engineers, and maintenance managers. This includes installing and maintain standard and custom equipment and machines as required to specification.

Job Elements or Tasks:

• Perform PLC implementation and programming

• Perform regularly scheduled backups of all PLC programs

• Create and back-up all ladder logic diagrams and drawings required for production equipment

• Maintain Electro-Pneumatic controls, fluid power transmissions, and hydraulics

• Ensure work is in compliance with all OSHA and NEC regulatory policies and procedures

• Specify and identify materials and other items required to perform the job

• Complete jobs within a specified time frame · Assist in project management

• Maintain work area to ensure it is safe, clean, and efficient · Maintain spare parts inventory in main location and satellites

• Participates in cross-training efforts

• Keep accurate records of all jobs worked

• Must be available for emergency callouts 24/7

• Perform other maintenance duties and activities as required

• Perform all daily maintenance functions and 5S requirements (i.e. clean and sweep area)

• Enter data in Upkeep and Synerion, and close work orders as required

• Perform other functions in the department as necessary

Requirements

• A high level of engineering principles theory and knowledge, equivalent to a 4-year technical college education. Additionally, 7 to 10 years of related experience are required.

• Experience working with PLCs

• Ability to read, interpret, and modify schematics and ladder logic diagrams.

• Broad judgment, initiative, and ingenuity with a moderate degree of physical demand when performing the job.

• Perform work in physically demanding conditions with periods of heavy lifting greater than 50 lbs.

• Ability to work in conditions that include exposure to various types of elements such as cold, heat, noise, dust, oil, cleaners, etc

Salary Description

$33-38/hr

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Position Summary: 

For over 170 years, Steinway & Sons has set the standard in piano manufacturing. The Steinway & Sons mechanical engineering team is key to driving new product design, development, and documentation efforts across all Steinway piano products. We are currently seeking a talented mechanical design engineer to join our team and contribute to the evolution of the piano in Steinway’s iconic New York factory. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and drafting of piano cabinet structures, mechanical systems, and components using CAD software (Siemens NX).

• Support the creation, maintenance, and revision of engineering drawings, 3D models, and material specifications.

• Become familiar with Steinway’s structural analysis approach and piano design principles.

• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to develop parts, tools, fixtures, and assemblies for production.

• Support prototyping, testing, and analysis of materials and equipment to validate design performance.

• Contribute to the creation, maintenance and improvement of the engineering database for Steinway Custom and Bespoke Pianos.

• Help resolve day-to-day production challenges and assist in identifying improvements or quality concerns.

• Assist with design and testing of customer-specific requests and service-related engineering needs.

• Communicate and collaborate with engineers and cross-functional team members to implement procedures and provide technical information.

• Prepare engineering documentation and participate in basic project tracking and planning.

• Support quality and reliability testing and contribute to the development of new testing procedures as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications, education and experience:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering

• 2+ years' experience in a mechanical design engineering role

• Engineering fundamentals: Statics, Material Science, Solid Mechanics, Statistical Tolerance Analysis 

• Knowledge of basic manufacturing processes such as machining, casting, sheet metal forming, injection molding, etc. 

• Strong project management skills and comfortability working with internal and external clients

• The ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports 

• Experience drafting and interpreting engineering drawings 

• Proficiency in 3D CAD Modeling Software (Siemens NX preferred)

• Good planning and organizational skills

• Prior woodworking experience preferred

• Flexibility to travel occasionally

The estimated annualized base salary range for this role is $75,000 - $90,000. Compensation will vary based on skills and experience. New employees are eligible to participate in a robust benefits package on the first day including medical, dental, vision, FSAs, generous 401k contribution, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, professional development, and more.
 

Salary Description

$75,000 - $90,000

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Position Summary: 

The Quality Inspector- End of Line is responsible for performing final inspections to ensure the technical and cosmetic quality standards are met. The role may also be involved in carrying out inspections in other critical points in the production line as well. The position assesses the technical and cosmetic preparation of pianos, conducts audits, gathers data and reports on quality issues related to the various departments. The position must have solid piano technical skills in areas such as tuning, voicing, regulation…, as well as be well-versed in problem solving and maintain the ability to suggest and implement appropriate corrective actions. He/she must understand the workforce and be able to communicate effectively with all individuals in the organization at all levels. This position may also be involved with the inspection and preparation of pianos for international shipments. 

Main Responsibilities:

• Carries out the final product inspections at the end of the line. 

• Assesses regulation and voicing to ensure Steinway standards are met.

• Assesses cosmetic quality to ensure Steinway standards are met.

• Audits the process and operators for conformance to process specifications & manufacturing design drawings.      

• Responds to active quality issues with corrective action or preventative action.

• Initiates in-process hold and rejection procedures when defective material is identified on the shop floor. 

• Encourages & promotes quality awareness throughout the factory. 

• Provides quality information & feedback to tone regulation and the manufacturing team in conjunction with quality engineering efforts. 

• Develop and maintain quality checkpoints, quality inspection sheets. Maintain audits and constructive feedback to stakeholders of respective departments. 

• Support other piano technical needs within the factory, including participating in inspections for international shipments.

• Technically preparing pianos for international shipment by addressing regulation and voicing needs. 

Qualifications, Education and Experience:

• High school degree with associates or higher degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality or related area

• 4+ years of piano technical training and experience (tuning, voicing, regulating)

• Experience working as a piano technician

• A keen eye for detail and inspection parameters.

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Strong initiative to suggest and implement manufacturing changes/improvements. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Salary Description

$60,000k - $70,000k

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Position Summary: 

This role is responsible for but not limited to the planning and scheduling of standard and special piano production through the factory.

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update production schedules throughout factory, with emphasis on end of line scheduling. 

• Coordinate with key stakeholders to ensure an accurate and attainable production schedule.

• Provide meaningful tables and reports to production team to aid in successfully meeting scheduling goals.

• Manage special piano flow through factory, and monitor for bottlenecks.

• Work with factory supervisors to keep production flowing and troubleshooting problems in the factory.

• Interface with current Manufacturing system (MRP) by updating production information and scheduling.

Due to changing requirements, the duties and responsibilities of the position may change over time.  

Requirements

Qualifications, education and experience:

• College degree; in applicable field a plus.

• 2+ years of scheduling experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

• Ability to manipulate data in Excel and create useful reports.

• Working knowledge of an industry standard MRP/ERP systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

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Position Summary: 

Steinway & Sons is currently looking for a Production Supervisor to oversee a team in our Piano Manufacturing Plant. The Production Supervisor will be responsible for scheduling and assigning work, inspecting department production, and coordinating interdepartmental activities to meet production targets and quality standards. They will monitor and prioritize the workflow of production to meet deadlines as well as provide direct feedback to the leadership team.

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe work environment at all times

• Ability to set daily/weekly/monthly goals, communicating them effectively to employees

• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.

• Coordinate and supervise workflow within the department

• Develop and implement a production schedule according to projected requirements

• Maintain effective employee relations – handles first step in grievance procedure

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to spot issues in efficiency/productivity and suggest improvements

• Provides manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data, answering questions and responding to requests

• Maintain and control inventory of required materials and equipment

• Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries

• Training of new employees and upgrading skills of current employees

• Orientation and instruction of new employees

• Supervise maintenance of department tools, machines, and equipment

• Accomplishes manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications, education and experience:

• High School graduate

• 5+ years leadership experience in a manufacturing environment

• Ability to read and analyze engineering specifications and drawings

• Lean manufacturing experience preferred

• Union environment experience a plus      

• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft office

• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
 

The estimated annualized base salary range for this role is $80,000-$100,000. Compensation will vary based on skills and experience. New employees are eligible to participate in a robust benefits package on the first day including medical, dental, vision, FSAs, generous 401k contribution, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, professional development, and more.

Salary Description

$80,000 - $100,000 / yearly

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Position Summary: 

The Warehouse/Inventory Supervisor is responsible for maintaining and managing inventory flow and supplies for the manufacturing group, retailers and dealers associated with Steinway & Sons. This includes receiving, storing, and delivering items to the plant, and processing all work orders through a designated schedule, ensuring proper assistance is given when requested.

Main Responsibilities 

• Supervise all incoming and outgoing direct/ indirect materials for Steinway’s New York manufacturing site.

• Manage and process all requisitions for materials requested by production, ensuring economic distribution quantities and approvals are submitted, through Steinway’s internal order system. 

• Train and supervise all warehouse clerks on the daily expectations and requirements of the department, leading daily morning meetings, and follow up discussions on open topics. 

• Coordinate weekly material cycle counts and verify inventory accuracy, following all FIFO procedures.

• Retrieve and validate all documentation from the incoming receiving department, moving all inspected goods into warehouse inventory, and reconcile any discrepancies in conjunction with the NY Procurement team.

• Oversee and manage all warehouse security, as well as all safety measures, ensuring a safe environment and atmosphere for work to be conducted.

• Manage all warranty and new part stock orders, as well as the necessary shipping functions for global fulfillment related to those needs. 

• Maintain all ERP system transactions related to incoming material, as well as outbound functions associated with reject or scrap material. Additional functions include processing all expensed or miscellaneous items for Steinway dealers, Steinway stores, or Steinway restoration / New part stock. 

• Process and manage all rejected material being sent to and from Steinway Suppliers, ensuring repairs are completed in a timely manner, and that inventory is monitored and moved within the ERP system accordingly. 

• Lead and conduct inspections on specialized materials, specific to larger cargo, that cannot be held in the Steinway receiving department. Manage all associated documents and paperwork as necessary.

• Direct and instruct warehouse material handlers on daily functions, ensuring a balanced workload for daily tasks between all handlers. 

• Work closely with Steinway cost accountants on inventory-related discrepancies, ensuring all requests are fulfilled in a timely manner. 

Requirements / Qualifications 

• High School degree required, some college preferred.

• Industrial warehouse experience with a supervisory background.

• Must be familiar with receiving and part number procedures.

• Must have working knowledge of inventory control procedures and data entry experience in a warehouse environment.

• Inventory Analysis and Management Background

• Familiar dealings and interaction with vendors and suppliers

• Knowledge and understanding of warehouse settings and actions.

• Working experience of knowing when to call an audible as a situation that occurs takes precedence over everything else.

• Computer literate, Excel, Microsoft and Outlook experience preferred.

The estimated annualized base salary range for this role is $70,000 - $80,000. Compensation will vary based on skills and experience. New employees are eligible to participate in a robust benefits package on the first day including medical, dental, vision, FSAs, generous 401k contribution, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, professional development, and more. 

Salary Description

$70,000 - $80,000

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Position Summary:

Steinway’s apprenticeship program is a paid, full time, two-year development opportunity that offers you the chance to gain hands-on work experience while also learning the theory and techniques behind piano fabrication, assembly, tuning, regulation, and more.

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