Manufacturing Engineer

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

Voluntary Wellness Programs

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

And more!

Job summary

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA in South Bend, Indiana, is seeking a manufacturing professional responsible for developing and improving industrial processes. You will lead process improvements, train teams, and coordinate deployment to enhance efficiency and quality in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, strong problem-solving and leadership skills, and experience with Lean manufacturing and project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
• Strong technical capacity and leadership ability.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Lean manufacturing experience and project management experience.
• CNC/Waterjet background helpful.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement, problem resolution, and employee training initiatives.
• Improve manufacturing methods for cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency.
• Prepare and present plans for improvements and coordinate deployment, including training.
• Assist the Plant Manager in enhancing production control systems, SOPs, safety, and quality standards.
• Research, design, and develop manufacturing processes including production flow and assembly methods.
• Maintain detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.
• Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, set goals, train teams, and evaluate results.
• Design, develop, and test tools, machinery, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
• Perform product/process analysis for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams and participate in cost reviews and standards development.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence."

Copper and Brass Divison

Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze and more quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico. By providing customers with what they want, when they need it, Copper and Brass Sales is able to help them succeed in today's challenging global business environment. The company's focus on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical and Oil & Gas Industries allows them to offer these market segments expertise specific to their needs. The daily commitment of its employees to provide premium service focused on the customer first has earned Copper and Brass Sales the position of a respected leader in the nonferrous metals industry for over 80 years.

Job Summary

Develops, evaluates, and improves industrial manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.

Location: South Bend, Indiana Employment Type: Full-Time Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

What You'll Do

• Lead process improvement, problem resolution, and employee training initiatives.
• Improve manufacturing methods for cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency.
• Prepare and present plans for improvements and coordinate deployment, including training.
• Assist the Plant Manager in enhancing production control systems, SOPs, safety, and quality standards.
• Research, design, and develop manufacturing processes including production flow and assembly methods.
• Maintain detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.
• Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, set goals, train teams, and evaluate results.
• Design, develop, and test tools, machinery, and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
• Perform product/process analysis for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams and participate in cost reviews and standards development.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
• Strong technical capacity, problem-solving skills, and leadership ability.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• CNC/Waterjet background, Lean manufacturing experience, project management experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to fumes, moving parts, and vibration.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally and meet vision requirements for precision work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in safe work environments, union settings, and compliance with state/federal regulations.
• Familiarity with capital improvement projects.
• CAD proficiency preferred.

Work Environment & Travel

• Frequent exposure to mechanical parts and loud noise levels.
• Travel is primarily local, with occasional overnight trips.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a high-visibility launch in a new division.
• Opportunity to shape processes and standards from the ground up.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
• Career growth in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Job Compensation

$91,000 to $137,000 _ Bonus Incentive

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

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