Manufacturing Engineer

  • The Shyft Group
  • Constantine, Michigan
  • Full Time

Manufacturing Engineer | The Shyft Group (SV) | Bristol, IN

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt | $102,258.00 - 102,258.00

What youll do:
Support the Utilimaster brand by evaluatingtools and equipment process options to reduce operation costs. Obtain necessaryapprovals for investments in machinery and equipment to improve manufacturingand assembly operations. Produce engineering drawings for design fixturing andtooling. Implement lean manufacturing principles such as visual controls, pullinventory systems within a process, workplace organization and continuousimprovement. Provide manufacturing technical support for production operations,which include tooling, fixturing and process troubleshooting, utilizingexisting systems and procedures, as well as investigating new technologies,methods, and processes to improve existing operations. Monitor and correctsafety and ergonomic issues. Support the CI (Continuous Improvement) team todevelop and organize lean events. Actively participate in the WOW (War OnWaste) team and program and assist in the implementation of WOW events. Supportthe NPI (New Product Introduction) process by evaluating new projects fortooling and equipment needs. Drive continuous improvement and eliminate wastein all manufacturing facilities. Aid in workstation load balancing for allmanufacturing areas. Verify, review, and implement torque specifications aswell as high risk part specifications. Track welder certifications and makenecessary adjustments based on requirements. Manage plant and campus layouts,including, but not limited to, production lines and stations, office space, parkinglots, and warehousing. Investigate problems, determine root cause, andimplement corrective and preventative actions by communicating with andassisting cross-functional teams (including quality, engineering, production,materials, and purchasing) to resolve issues. Read current literature, talkwith colleagues, participate in educational programs, attend workshops, orparticipate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast ofdevelopments in the manufacturing field. Utilize knowledge of SPS and coreprocedures. Use the following technologies: CAD System (Solidworks), Microsoft Office,Powerbi , and GD&T.
What you need to be successful:
Qualified applicants must have atleast a Bachelors Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,Industrial Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a foreign equivalent.

Qualified applicants must have three (3) yearsof post-baccalaureate experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, or substantiallysimilar position, performing the following: 1) Designing anddeveloping process flows, production part approvalprocess (PPAP), control plans; 2) Performingcycle time analysis; 3) performing continuous improvement, processoptimization, and project management; 4) Managing, planning, and executingvarious continuous improvement projects; 5) Implementing lean manufacturingprinciples; and 6) utilizing the following technologies: Power BI, CAD System (Solidworks),GD&T.
Why The Shyft Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! Thats why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balanceso you can thrive both personally and professionally.

  • Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
  • Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
  • Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.

At The Shyft Group, we dont just offer benefitswe invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:
The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands Utilimaster, Blue Arc, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, Builtmore and Independent Truck Upfittersare powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.

Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, were leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortunes 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at ....

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.

Job ID: 520085009
Originally Posted on: 5/6/2026

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