Senior Manufacturing Engineer #hiring now

General Stamping & Metalworks; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Cafeteria

Fitness center

Air-conditioned welding department

401(K)

Job summary

General Stamping & Metalworks in South Bend, IN is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing process improvements, automation initiatives, and new product launches across our metal fabrication operations. You will drive safety, quality, productivity, and profitability while serving as a technical leader within the Engineering team.

The role requires a 4-year degree and 5–7 years of manufacturing engineering experience in metal fabrication, stamping, welding, or industrial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Welding, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 5-7 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a metal fabrication, stamping, welding, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, GD&T, and blueprint reading.
• Experience leading process improvement and new product launch projects.
• Proficiency with CAD and manufacturing systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing process development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive new product launches from concept through production readiness.
• Design and improve tooling, fixtures, processes, and manufacturing systems.
• Analyze production data and implement solutions that improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Lead root cause problem solving and corrective action activities.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Manage capital equipment and automation projects.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Sales teams.
• Mentor engineers, technicians, and production personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and customer requirements.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

CAD

Manufacturing systems

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Welding, Industrial Engineering, or related field

5-7 years of manufacturing engineering experience

Tools

CAD

Manufacturing systems

Job description

• Location 25101 Cleveland Rd,South Bend, IN, 46628,United States
• Base Pay $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Regular Full Time
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

GSM is seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing process improvements, new product launches, automation initiatives, and continuous improvement projects across our metal fabrication operations. This role plays a key part in driving safety, quality, productivity, and profitability while serving as a technical leader within the Engineering team.

What You'll Do

• Lead manufacturing process development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive new product launches from concept through production readiness.
• Design and improve tooling, fixtures, processes, and manufacturing systems.
• Analyze production data and implement solutions that improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Lead root cause problem solving and corrective action activities.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Manage capital equipment and automation projects.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Sales teams.
• Mentor engineers, technicians, and production personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and customer requirements.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Welding, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 5-7 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a metal fabrication, stamping, welding, or industrial manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, GD&T, and blueprint reading.
• Experience leading process improvement and new product launch projects.
• Proficiency with CAD and manufacturing systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotics, automation, vision systems, or advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and Control Plans.

Summary

What We Do

General Stamping & Metalworks is a leading supplier of stampings and assemblies to the North American solar power industry, which is forecasting another decade of double-digit growth. In addition, we are a key supplier to market leaders in a diverse set of industries including outdoor power equipment, agricultural and construction equipment, recreational vehicles and industrial trucks.

GSM has been in business since 1922, and we realize that our employees spend a large portion of their lives working; therefore, we have invested in the finest facility and grounds in the fabricating industry. We also invest in state-of-the-art equipment, technology, and in our greatest resource, our employees.

What Makes Us Different

GSM is proud of our diverse, welcoming workforce, and we make every effort and investment to ensure their success and provide a path to build better lives. We offer:

• Excellent wages
• $2/hour shift premium for 2nd shift
• Cafeteria
• Fully equipped fitness center
• Locker rooms with showers
• Air-conditioned welding department
• Employee wellness initiatives (on-site flu vaccination, wellness care, and EAP resources)
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
• 401(K), holiday pay, and vacation accrual that starts on the date of hire
• Advancement opportunities only a growing company can provide