Manufacturing Engineer at The Shyft Group
Constantine, MI 49042
About the Job
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, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis bring 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 among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.
What you’ll do:
As the Manufacturing Engineer for Utilimaster (A Shyft Brand) based at our facility in Bristol, 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 about The Shyft Group, Utilimaster, and Bristol, IN by exploring the Learn More section 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
Learn More
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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:
- Comprehensive Medical and Rx Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Complete Dental and Vision Coverage
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- A proactive Wellness Plan to help you stay at your best
Financial Security: We’re here to help you build asecure future. Our benefits include:
- 401(k) Retirement Savings with employer contributions
- Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Company-Paid Life and Dependent Life Insurance
- Options forVoluntary Term Life Insurance
Work/Life Balance: We know a fulfilling life outside of work fuels success atwork. We offer:
- Educational Reimbursement to support your professional growth
- An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for guidance when you need it
- Dependent Care FSA to 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 careers@theshyftgroup.com.
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.