Manufacturing Engineering Trainee - Grandview, MO

RBC Bearings Incorporated; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Bearings Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Trainee in Grandview, MO. This role involves daily mentorship from senior leaders and critical hands-on manufacturing projects aimed at enhancing safety, quality, and efficiency.

Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree and experience in manufacturing processes. You'll gain comprehensive training across various business facets while collaborating with industry leaders in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience/working knowledge of manufacturing processes through internship, co-op, or full-time employment.
• Must be currently authorized to work for Dodge Industrial in the United States.
• Ability to read and decipher manufacturing drawings and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assigned daily mentorship from a technical and non-technical senior leader.
• Pre-assigned critical hands-on manufacturing projects.
• Tremendous exposure to all levels of Dodge leadership.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical, industrial, or related field)

Tools

CNC equipment and programming

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Trainee - Grandview, MO

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: MANUF006450

• Posted: July 2, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Location: Grandview, MO

Address: Dodge Customer Solutions Center
11918 Grandview Rd
Grandview, MO 64030, USA

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Employment Type: Full Time

Industry: Manufacturing | Mechanical Power Transmission Components | Engineering Services

Job Function: Engineering | Process Improvement

Job Summary:

• Assigned daily mentorship from a technical and non-technical senior leader.
• Pre-assigned critical hands-on manufacturing projects that aim to eliminate cost and time and improve safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Tremendous exposure to all levels of Dodge leadership.
• Rotational opportunity for all Dodge manufacturing facilities and the North American Headquarters.
• In-depth training from all facets of the business (i.e., human resources, supply chain, finance, quality, etc.).

Required Qualifications:

• Engineering degree (mechanical, industrial, or related field).
• Experience/working knowledge of manufacturing processes through internship, co-op, or full-time employment.
• Must be currently authorized to work for Dodge Industrial in the United States (US).
• Strong analytical skills with an emphasis on critical thinking, root cause analysis, and problem-solving.
• Attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborates well with others and is a good team player.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and decipher manufacturing drawings and procedures.
• Has worked in a metal-cutting work environment.
• Working knowledge of CNC equipment and programming.Gearing or bearing experience is a plus.
• Intermediate materials knowledge.
• Comfortable with and has the desire to work on a manufacturing shop floor.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside a collaborative, experienced leadership team.
• Be part of an industry leader with a strong brand reputation and an innovation-driven culture.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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