Manufacturing Engineer - The Shyft Group : Job Details

Manufacturing Engineer | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (North)

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt

Who we are:

At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver. Proudly the North American leader in specialty vehicles, ourportfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassisbring people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by ten industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™ and Independent Truck Upfitters. Over 4,000 employees across eleven 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, 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 amongFortune's100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What you'll do:

As the Manufacturing Engineer forUtilimaster(A Shyft Brand) based at our facility inBristol, IN, you will enjoy developing and maintaining the manufacturing systems needed to drive continuous improvement in areas of cost, quality, safety, lead time, and use of working capital.

This role focuses on optimizing production processes by analyzing workflows, conducting time studies, and implementing Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S methodology. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering and production teams to select, design, and implement tooling and equipment.

Additionally, they will assist in the design and layout of production lines using AutoCAD software. Occasional travel to support operations at other company locations is required.

You will also:

• Evaluate tools and equipment options that will improve productivity and eliminate hazards
• Plan and estimate new manufacturing processes and operations
• Implement lean manufacturing principles such as visual controls, pull inventory systems, workplace organization, material flow routes, and material delivery methods (kitting, kanban, milk routes, etc.)
• Monitor and correct safety and ergonomic issues
• Develop and organize lean events
• Assist with the NPI process and support the War On Waste (WOW) program
• Evaluate new projects for layout optimization, opportunities for automaton, material delivery and presentation, material flow, and operator work envelopes
• Develop standard work for existing and new processes
• Perform workstation audits to optimize the operator envelope and density
• Drive continuous improvement and eliminate waste
• Aid in workstation load balancing for all manufacturing areas
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, materials, purchasing, and sales to resolve issues
• Collaborate with management to gain approval for investments in new machinery and equipment that will improve manufacturing and assembly operations

Learn more aboutThe Shyft Group,Utilimaster, andBristol, INby exploring theLearn Moresection below.

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent combination of education and manufacturing engineering experience
• Five or more (5+) years of related manufacturing engineering experience
• Versed in working in a low volume/high variation manufacturing operation
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, etc)
• Experience with time studies and production analysis techniques
• Proficiency in computer-aided design systems (SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred)
• Project management skills
• A history of starting, implementing, and bringing projects to closure on time and within budget
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Sound judgment with the ability to make timely, and sometimes difficult, decisions
• Versatility, flexibility, and the willingness to work within constantly changing priorities

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Why The Shyft Group?

At The Shyft Group, we believe our people are our greatestasset. That's why we're committed to fostering an environment where you canthrive personally and professionally. When you succeed, we all succeed. Weoffer comprehensive benefits that prioritize your health, financial well-being,and work/life balance—because we know your best work happens when you feelsupported in every aspect of life.

Stay Healthy:Your health is our priority. Weprovide:

• ComprehensiveMedical and Rx Plan
• HealthSavings Account(HSA)
• CompleteDental and Vision Coverage
• HealthcareFlexible Spending Account(FSA)
• AproactiveWellness Planto help you stay at your best

Financial Security:We're here to help you build asecure future. Our benefits include:

• 401(k)Retirement Savingswith employer contributions
• Short-and Long-Term Disabilitycoverage
• Company-PaidLife and Dependent Life Insurance
• OptionsforVoluntary Term Life Insurance

Work/Life Balance:We know a fulfilling life outside of work fuels success atwork. We offer:

• EducationalReimbursementto support your professional growth
• AnEmployeeAssistance Program (EAP)for guidance when you need it
• DependentCare FSAto help manage family responsibilities

At The Shyft Group, we don't just offer benefits—we offerpeace of mind. Join us and experience the difference!

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 [email protected].

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.