Weber Knapp Employee Spotlight: Misty Werth, Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing engineering rarely looks the way people expect it to. The job is not spent behind a desk or focused on one narrow task. At Weber Knapp, it is hands-on work that stays close to production and moves at the pace of the shop floor.

Misty Werth has spent seven years working in that environment. As a Manufacturing Engineer, she supports production, solves problems as they appear, and helps teams move work forward when things do not go exactly as planned.

Her experience offers a clear view into what manufacturing engineering looks like inside a hinge manufacturer that builds custom solutions every day.

How Misty Found Her Way to Weber Knapp

Before joining Weber Knapp, Misty was ready for a change. She searched online for engineering roles and came across an opening that aligned with her background and interest in staying close to manufacturing.

She joined Weber Knapp as a Manufacturing Engineer and has remained in that role. Over time, the work has expanded as new products, processes, and challenges have come through the facility.

What Does a Manufacturing Engineer Work On Day to Day?

Misty’s days are split between planning work and responding to issues as they come up. Some tasks happen at a computer. Others happen right on the shop floor.

Her day-to-day work often includes:

• Designing fixtures that support manufacturing of hinge components, including Vectis counterbalance systems, and related assemblies

• Writing and updating work instructions

• Spending time on the shop floor helping different departments as custom hinge assemblies and motion control components move through production

Many people outside the role are surprised by how much engineering comes down to problem solving. Every day brings issues, and no two problems look the same.

To work through them, Misty relies on simple, practical tools like checklists and process-of-elimination thinking. The work stays varied, and repetition is rare.

Why Do Variety and Collaboration Matter in Manufacturing Engineering?

One reason Misty enjoys her role is the constant change. Each day brings new questions and new situations to work through.

Collaboration is a big part of that. She works closely with:

• Production teams on the floor
• Other engineers supporting design and process changes
• Departments that depend on clear instructions and quick feedback

Being able to talk through challenges, test ideas, and adjust processes together helps keep work moving and builds stronger solutions.

Learning Through New Challenges

Manufacturing engineering often means stepping into situations without a clear answer right away. Encountering new challenges and working through the unknown has been a major source of professional growth for Misty.

That experience has helped her build confidence in her own judgment while also reinforcing that asking for help is part of the job. Supportive coworkers make it easier to tackle unfamiliar problems and move forward.

What Skills Has Misty Built Over Time?

Rather than one defining project, Misty’s progress has come through steady learning across many assignments. Each project adds a new skill or a better understanding of how the work fits together.

One skill she is especially proud of gaining is learning how to program the robotic welder used on welded hinge assemblies. Expanding into automation added a new dimension to her role and reflects the hands-on learning that takes place across the company.

What Makes Weber Knapp Feel Different

For Misty, the difference comes down to the people. Weber Knapp feels like a family rather than just a workplace.

Many employees are friends outside of work, and some are even related. Conversations often include topics well beyond production schedules, including family, pets, the Buffalo Bills, and life outside the facility. That sense of connection creates an environment where people naturally support one another.

Staying Busy Outside of Work

When the workday ends, Misty does not slow down. She prefers to stay busy and keeps a full schedule outside of work.

Her time outside the plant includes:

• Collecting and sorting scrap metal
• Selling items on eBay
• DoorDashing
• Waitressing

Staying active helps her reset and brings the same energy back into her workday.

A Ground-Level View of Manufacturing Engineering

Misty’s experience reflects what manufacturing engineering looks like in practice at Weber Knapp. It is problem solving, collaboration, and continuous learning that stays close to production.

Her role supports the steady progress behind the company’s manufacturing work and reflects an environment where growth comes through experience and teamwork.

Connect With Weber Knapp

Interested in learning more about the people and processes behind Weber Knapp’s manufacturing work? Reach out to our team to start the conversation.