Manufacturing Technician

The Shyft Group USA, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, V

401(k) with match

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Educational Reimbursement

EAP

Dependent Care

Job summary

The Shyft Group USA, Inc is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support production operations and engineers. You will interface with team members, contribute to continuous improvement, and apply strong electrical knowledge to automotive systems.

Responsibilities include reviewing technical docs, creating fabrication processes, and assisting with data collection and layout changes while adhering to lean principles. This is an on-site position with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree preferred.
• 2–3 years hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of customer expectations and regulatory requirements.
• SolidWorks, AutoCad and Excel knowledge a plus.
• Understanding of basic manufacturing and fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Guide complex component fabrication or rework based on technical specifications.
• Review design info, BOM specs and process sheets; advise engineering and manufacturing.
• Resolve manufacturing issues and implement continuous improvement projects.
• Create and modify fabrication process sheets and drawings.
• Manage CAD models, flat patterns and nests for fabricated components.
• Assist engineering in data collection such as time and cycle studies.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Hands-on problem-solving

Lean manufacturing

Data-oriented mindset

Self-motivated

Team oriented

Reading measuring equipment

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCad

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $28.00 - 31.00

What you’ll do:

SUMMARY: The Manufacturing Technician will support production operations and manufacturing engineers by directly interfacing with team members and fielding questions, will heavily contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong electrical knowledge, hands‑on problem‑solving skills, and a proactive, data orientated mindset.

Job Responsibilities:

• Guide complex component fabrication or rework based on technical specifications
• Review technical documentation (design info, BOM specs, process sheets, technical publications) and provide guidance to engineering and manufacturing
• Work with production associates and manufacturing engineers to resolve manufacturing issues and implement continuous improvement projects
• Create and modify fabrication process sheets and drawings
• Manage CAD models, flat patterns, and nests for fabricated components
• Assist manufacturing engineering in data collection activities such as time studies and cycle time studies
• Modify plant layout drawings in planning for new production lines or changes in production location
• Able to write clear and effective work instructions
• Apply electrical knowledge of automotive 12-volt systems and circuits
• Install various automotive electrical components fluently and accurately
• Demonstrate understanding of industry-wide quality standards for electrical systems
• Use fixture tools effectively in manufacturing and assembly processes
• Exhibit strong on-the-spot problem‑solving skills
• Be a self‑starter with high motivation and initiative
• Understand and apply lean manufacturing principles

What you need to be successful:

• HS Diplomas or GED required, Associates degree preferred
• Minimum 2-3 years hands on manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of/ability to acquire a thorough understanding of customer expectations and regulatory requirements
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks, AutoCad, and Microsoft Excel a plus
• Understanding of basic manufacturing and fabrication processes and materials
• Able to assist engineering with troubleshooting of manufacturing and assembly processes
• Perform as manufacturing engineering assistant as needed
• Capable of developing standardized work instructions for manufacturing
• Desire to grow current skill set and expand capabilities
• Excellent attendance
• Positive attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to read relevant measuring equipment
• Provide appropriate feedback and documentation
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Self‑motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Team oriented

Able to:

• Work overtime on short notice

Why Aebi Schmidt Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work‑life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

At Aebi Schmidt Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well‑being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:

T he Aebi Schmidt Group is a global leader in intelligent solutions for customers who care for clean and safe infrastructure and cultivate challenging grounds. At Aebi Schmidt USA, we are proud to offer a wide range of high‑quality products designed specifically for your unique needs. Our global product brands bring you an exceptional variety of equipment for both summer and winter maintenance, airport operations, and agricultural technology. From sweepers and trailers to spreaders and snowplows, we have the equipment you need to tackle any challenge. Our dedicated workforce is committed to helping you achieve economic, safe, and efficient solutions that improve your performance and overcome any obstacle. Our mission at Aebi Schmidt Group is to go beyond individual projects and strive for total solutions. We believe in providing you with comprehensive and integrated systems that enable efficient and effective operations. Whether you’re behind the wheel of a snowplow truck in winter, cleaning the streets in summer, keeping air runways clear, or hauling rental equipment on a trailer, we have a custom solution to help you overcome any challenge that the environment might throw at you.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Aebi Schmidt 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 [e-mail] .

Aebi Schmidt Group is an E-Verify Employer

Aebi Schmidt Group 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.