Manufacturing Engineer

ConMet’s Canton, NC plastics manufacturing facility is seeking a skilled, hands-on Manufacturing Engineer with excellent technical troubleshooting skills, a collaborative mindset, and a demonstrated ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve production issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an engineer who thrives on supporting manufacturing operations by analyzing processes and driving efficiency improvements across both new and existing production lines.

What You Will Do:

• Provide engineering support for daily plant operations in an Automotive environment.
• Primary focus on assembly operations
• Perform root cause analysis, process troubleshooting, and corrective action implementation, with a focus on preventing recurring production, quality, and equipment-related issues.
• Perform analysis of manufacturing operations and propose modifications to improve operational efficiency.
• Analyze workstations for improved ergonomics and safety.
• Analyze process flow and propose improvements for increased cost-efficiency.
• Develop cost-effective and robust production processes.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering required
• Manufacturing and Assembly processes experience and knowledge
• CNC programming experience preferred, but not required, as training will be provided
• Ultrasonic/Vibration Welding preferred, but not required, as training will be provided
• CAD - 3D modeling/SolidWorks experience preferred

Employer will not sponsor visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis.

ConMet is…

A division of Amsted Industries, has been advancing the commercial vehicle industry since 1964. A leading global provider to original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket channels, ConMet delivers wheel ends, cast metal components, plastic systems, and automated aerodynamic devices. Designed, engineered, tested, and manufactured in-house, ConMet’s comprehensive portfolio is built to enhance vehicle efficiency, performance, and sustainability. Standard on most heavy-duty vehicles in North America, ConMet products are increasingly adopted in global markets. 

A Solutions Provider

We’ve been driving the commercial vehicle industry forward with transformative solutions since 1964. In fact, ConMet solutions and products are installed as OEM first-fit equipment on virtually all heavy-duty trucks in North America.

People-First

Collaboration and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. We focus on creating an environment where our people can thrive by improving our workplaces and our communities across all our global locations.

Customer Focused

For decades, ConMet has been a trusted partner to OEMs, fleets, Tier 1 suppliers, and the aftermarket. We supply forward-thinking, high-performance solutions that bring value to our customers.

Committed To Sustainability

Today’s biggest global challenges require transformative change, and we’re committed to doing our part to reduce our carbon footprint and drive environmental sustainability in the commercial vehicle industry.

Compensation & Benefits

• Excellent base salary
• Targeted annual bonus is based on company performance to objectives during the fiscal plan year, which runs from October 1 – September 30.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life, and disability protection.
• Vacation plan – ConMet offers exempt employees a paid vacation benefit that provides the flexibility to take time off from work based on factors including good discretion, sound performance, and consideration of overall team and business needs.
• ConMet offers an extremely strong retirement package:
  • ESOP - Participation (100% company paid) in the ConMet/Amsted Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP). The Company contributes 10% of considered compensation into this plan each fiscal year.
  • 401k - The Company provides a 401(k) Plan with a 4% employer contribution match.
• Ten paid holidays per year.
• Wellness reimbursement.

ConMet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws (“Protected Characteristics”). Ensuring fair wages is an important Company value. Accordingly, the Company will not pay wages to any employee at a rate less than the Company pays to other employees for work that is substantially equivalent and requires comparable skills unless a bona fide factor justifies a pay differential. The Company prohibits pay disparity based on Protected Characteristics or prior salary history. The Company prohibits retaliation against employees for discussing compensation.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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