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Weld Engineer

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$28 - $38.75/hr

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Senior Project Engineer

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Quality Engineer

Hagerstown, IN · On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

Autocar, LLC, headquartered in Hagerstown, Indiana, is a leading manufacturer of severe duty trucks ... Cummins, ArvinMeritor, Hendrickson, and others. Job Overview: You will be responsible for ...

Quality Engineer

Hagerstown, IN · On-site

$66K - $86K/yr

Autocar, LLC, headquartered in Hagerstown, Indiana, is a leading manufacturer of severe duty trucks ... Cummins, ArvinMeritor, Hendrickson, and others. Job Overview: You will be responsible for ...

Quality Engineer

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$71K - $91K/yr

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Engineer with hands-on experience in metal manufacturing and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). This role is critical in ensuring that ...

Quality Engineer

Lebanon, KY · On-site

$61K - $79K/yr

The Quality Engineer participates in corporate APQP meetings, Supplier Selection, and development ... Minimum Qualifications * 3-5 years-experience implementing quality systems in a manufacturing and ...

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How much do hendrickson manufacturing engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for hendrickson manufacturing engineer in the United States is $85,613.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Hendrickson Manufacturing Engineer do?

A Hendrickson Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes within Hendrickson’s operations. They work to ensure efficient production of quality products, troubleshoot process issues, and collaborate with teams on new product introductions. Their role involves utilizing engineering principles to optimize workflows, reduce costs, and maintain safety and compliance standards within the manufacturing environment.

How does a Hendrickson Manufacturing Engineer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during product development?

As a Hendrickson Manufacturing Engineer, collaboration with cross-functional teams is integral to the product development process. You’ll work closely with design engineers, quality assurance, production staff, and supply chain professionals to ensure manufacturability, cost efficiency, and quality standards are met. This often involves participating in design reviews, providing feedback on prototypes, and supporting the transition from design to full-scale production. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as you’ll help troubleshoot issues and implement process improvements alongside colleagues from various departments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hendrickson Manufacturing Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hendrickson Manufacturing Engineer, a strong background in mechanical or industrial engineering, problem-solving abilities, and experience with manufacturing processes are essential, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, ERP systems, and lean manufacturing certifications is often required. Excellent teamwork, communication, and project management skills help engineers collaborate effectively and drive process improvements. These competencies ensure efficient production, high product quality, and innovation in a competitive manufacturing environment.

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Materials Manager

Mount Vernon, MO • On-site

Hendrickson USA, LLC
Trucking • 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Manage plant material control functions, including forecasting, master scheduling, production planning and control, purchased item planning, MRO procurement, shipping and receiving, and inventory control.

  • Supervise the plant production scheduling functions, including master product scheduling and shop floor scheduling, to support on-time deliveries.

  • Control plant inventory to optimize turnover, minimize investment, and support accurate inventory management through cycle counts and WIP audits.


Hendrickson rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

295th of 499 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Manage plant material control functions, including forecasting, master scheduling, production planning and control, purchased item planning, MRO procurement, shipping and receiving, and inventory control. Report to plant manager and support all logistical activities to provide optimum manufacturing performance.
Essential Functions:
  • Manage and maintain planning of bill of materials and provide purchased parts and raw material availability in response to marketing forecasts. Organize the systematic update of planning bill composition and popularity percentages. Incorporate monthly marketing forecast quantities into the product family planning bill parents and adjust the range of the planning horizon.
  • Supervise the plant production scheduling functions, including master product scheduling and shop floor scheduling. Provide material availability to support on time deliveries of customer sales orders to meet plant goals. Incorporate final assembly scheduling, work order management, and KANBAN within the CA-KBM software system.
  • Control plant inventory to optimize turnover and minimize investment. Administer cycle count program and WIP audits to obtain accurate inventory values and effectively utilize MRP II. Monitor safety stock levels and establish order policies to balance inventory availability with low levels of investment. Work with vendors to establish on time deliveries and JIT programs.
  • Direct the shipping and receiving function to provide error-free outbound shipments expeditiously. Ship customer sales orders complete and by the requested ship date. Support customer service with sales order status communications.
  • Analyze plant work center capacities through rough-cut and detailed capacity planning. Use the marketing forecast to drive standard hour requirements to plant machine and manpower resources. Recommend capacity adjustments to the plant manager, i.e., equipment and staffing levels. Identify constraints and maximize attendant throughput.

Education and Training
  • Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or business management.
  • APICS Certification (CPIM).
  • Masters preferred but not required.

Minimum Qualifications
  • 10+ years of manufacturing experience with a minimum of 5 years in supervision in materials management.
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of MRPII.
  • Must be proficient in analytical problem-solving techniques and possess strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills and must be able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Strong leadership and team-building qualities.

Physical Demands
  • Daily walking and interaction on the manufacturing floor.
  • Office time: Sitting.
  • Minimal bending, squatting and kneeling.
  • Occasional pinching and grasping.
  • Minimal climbing and reaching.
  • Lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Carrying up to 20 lbs. approximately 25 feet.
  • Push/Pull 1-10 lbs. of force 5 feet.
  • Travel to other Hendrickson plants, conferences/meetings, suppliers, and customers on as-needed basis.

Environmental Conditions
  • Exposure to sometimes extreme heat and cold while in production and warehouse areas.

Behavioral Traits
Innovative - Feeling comfortable in fast-changing environments; being willing to take risks and to consider new and untested approaches
Persuasive - Building commitment by convincing others and winning them over to your point of view
Excitement - Operating with a good deal of energy, intensity and emotional expression; having a capacity for keeping others enthusiastic and involved
Tactical - Emphasizing the production of immediate results by focusing on short-range, hands-on, practical strategies
Feedback - Letting others know in a straightforward manner what you think of them, how well they have performed and if they have met your needs and expectations
Production - Adopting a strong orientation toward achievement, holding high expectations for yourself and others, pushing yourself and others to achieve at high levels
Cooperation - Accommodating the needs and interests of others by being willing to defer performance on your own objectives in order to assist colleagues with theirs
Consensual - Valuing the ideas and opinions of others and collecting their input as part of your decision-making process.
Empathy - Demonstrating an active concern for people and their needs by forming close and supportive relationships with others
Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
*This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion.

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