Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Independence, OH (Cleveland Area)
Division: Copper & Brass Sales – New Launch Opportunity!
Employment Type: Full-Time
Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Join thyssenkrupp Materials NA (tkMNA) as a Manufacturing Engineer in our brand-new Copper & Brass Sales Division! This is an exciting opportunity to develop, evaluate, and improve industrial manufacturing methods for a high-impact launch. You’ll leverage your expertise in product design, materials, fabrication processes, tooling, and quality control standards to drive efficiency and innovation.

We are hiring two roles—one for Day Shift and one for Afternoon Shift—to support our growing operations. Please pay attention the role shift and details for each application!

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
• Strong technical capacity, problem-solving skills, and leadership ability.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• 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.

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

• 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.

At thyssenkrupp Materials NA, we value diversity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Ready to engineer the future? Apply today and help us build the Copper & Brass Division at tkMNA in Independence, OH!

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

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.

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