Manufacturing Engineer

Your Job Posting Manufacturing Engineer |  Utilimaster |  Landisville, PA Regular Employee | Salary Exempt Who we are At The Shyft Group, we are driven to deliver, and as the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis brings people, goods, and services where they need to be. We are strengthened by ten industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster, Blue Arcâ„¢, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond, ITU, and Builtmore. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, and every ride. Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road "” for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around. With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward "” leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies. What you'll do As the Manufacturing Engineer for Utilimaster (A Shyft Brand) based at our manufacturing facility in Landisville, PA, you will enjoy optimizing manufacturing and troubleshooting production problems, planning, and designing manufacturing plant floor layouts to properly locate and co-ordinate equipment and material for efficient production.You will also be involved with preparing time studies, project planning and project management, managing budgets, supporting Production, and developing and maintaining the systems needed to drive continuous improvement in areas of cost, quality, safety, lead time, as well as use of working capital.You will also:Evaluate tools and equipment process options that will reduce operational costsSeek approval for investments in machinery and equipment that will improve manufacturing  and assembly operationsProduce engineering drawings and design fixturing and toolsImplement lean manufacturing principles such as visual controls and pull inventory systems Provide technical support for production operations in the areas of tooling and fixturingInvestigate new technologies, methods, and processes to improve existing operationsMonitor and correct safety and ergonomic issuesSupport the Continuous Improvement team to develop and organize lean eventsActively participate in the WOW (War On Waste) program Assist in the implementation of WOW eventsSupport the NPI process and evaluate new projects for tooling and equipment needsDrive continuous improvement and eliminate waste in all manufacturing facilitiesAid in workstation load balancing for all manufacturing areasVerify, review, and implement torque specifications as well as high risk part specificationsTrack welder certifications and adjust based on requirementsInvestigate problems, determine root cause, and implement corrective and preventative actions Partner cross-functionally with quality, engineering, production, materials, and purchasing to resolve issuesStay abreast of developments in the manufacturing field through reading current literature, discussions with colleagues, and educational programsOccasionally attend workshops and  conferencesKnowledge of SPS and core proceduresLearn more about The Shyft Group, Utilimaster, and Landisville, PA by exploring the Learn More section below. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related fieldTwo or more (2+) years of manufacturing engineering experienceAbility to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and manage and maintain budgetsIntermediate computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project)Proficient in computer aided design systems (SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred)Solid hands-on engineering skills and ability to work on manufacturing production equipmentA reputation for effectively prioritizing and executing tasks in a high-pressure environmentSound judgment with the ability to make timely, and sometimes difficult, decisionsWilling to work within constantly changing prioritiesAn understanding of production safety requirements and cautions What Makes You Stand out Versed in working in a low volume/high variation manufacturing operationExpertise utilizing SolidWorks and AutoCAD Learn More The content below is exclusively available on our careers site job description: The Shyft GroupEmployee TestimonialsBenefits Landing Page Our Story Sustainability YouTube LinkedIn Join Our Talent Community Utilimaster NewsFleet VehiclesPick-UpfitsElectric Fleet VehiclesCommercial Truck BodiesFollow Utilimaster on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTubeLandisville, PALandisville, PA - #1 Best Place to Buy a House in Lancaster County Landisville, PA - TripAdvisor 2024About Landisville, PA via About Landisville, PA via Landisville, PA - Wikipedia Why The Shyft Group? We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. Stay Healthy: Medical and Rx Plan Health Savings Account Dental and Vision Plan Healthcare Flexible Spending Wellness Plan Financial Security: 401 (k) Retirement Savings Short and Long Term Disability Company Provided Life and Dependent Life Insurance Voluntary Term Life Insurance Work/Life Balance: Educational Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Dependent Care FSA 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 careers@. 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.

Created: 2025-01-29