Davide Varze and Markus Rusznyak tell the story of how they helped transform Wieland Copper’s Pine Hall, NC plant.

What does it take to create a safe and productive workplace? Is it just about having the right equipment and procedures in place or is there something more to it?

The modern workplace is constantly evolving, with new challenges and opportunities. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of workplace safety, leadership, and culture in driving success and ensuring employee well-being. Wieland Copper Products in Pine Hall, NC explored the key elements of a successful workplace transformation, focusing on the crucial role of safety, leadership and culture and the organization reaped priceless benefits.

Wieland Copper Products is a leading manufacturer of copper products worldwide. The Wieland Group has operated for over 200 years and has a reputation for producing high-quality copper products in various industries. Wieland Group has had a significant impact on the copper industry. The company has been at the forefront of developing new copper alloys and production techniques that have improved the performance and durability of copper products.

In this episode of Clocking In, Phil sits down with the President of Wieland Copper Products Davide Varze and plant manager Markus Rusznyak of the Pine Hall, NC Wieland Copper Products plant. Davide is a global international executive with 18 years of experience in the aerospace, automotive, connectivity and metal industries. Davide got his start at Wieland Copper in 2022 when he was brought on to be the executive vice president of the Wieland Thermal Solutions North American and president of Wieland Copper Products. Markus has been employed at Wieland Group for almost 15 years, climbing up the ladder to his current position. Markus has worked as an electronics technician, planning engineer, global category manager, director of procurement in North America, operations manager and plant manager.

Phil, Davide and Markus discuss the revolutionization of Wieland Copper, how they changed workplace attitudes, how Wieland makes a difference in the Pine Hall community and more.

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Phil Mintz is the executive director of NC State Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) and director of the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP). At NCMEP, Phil drives outreach to NC manufacturers, builds relationships with federal and state leaders and coordinates efforts to drive profitable manufacturing growth in the state. He also leads the broader IES Extension Operations outreach unit of regional managers, technical specialists and business development leaders providing business engagement, assessment and improvement tools. This includes statewide peer networks, ISO 9000 quality management systems, Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing, environmental services, and health and safety solutions.

Davide Varze is a global international executive with 18 years of experience in the aerospace, automotive, connectivity and metal industries. Davide got his start at Wieland Copper in 2022 when he was brought on to be the executive vice president of the Wieland Group.

Markus Rusznyak has been employed at Wieland Copper for almost 15 years, climbing up the ladder to his current position. Markus has worked as an electronics technician, planning engineer, global category manager, director of procurement in North America, operations manager and plant manager.