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Rittal North America LLC

Assembler - 2nd Shift

Urbana, OH · On-site

$21.87/hr

Assembler - 2nd Shift Rittal is a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures ... to engineering. We design and manufacture the world's leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks ...

Rittal North America LLC

Assembler - 2nd Shift

Urbana, OH · On-site

$21.87/hr

Assembler - 2nd Shift Rittal is a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures ... to engineering. We design and manufacture the world's leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks ...

Rittal LLC

Assembler - 2nd Shift

Urbana, OH · On-site

Assembler - 2nd Shift Rittal is a leading global provider of solutions for industrial enclosures ... to engineering. We design and manufacture the world's leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks ...

PRINCETON TOOL INC

Quality Engineer (2nd Shift)

Mentor, OH · On-site

$64K - $83K/yr

Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality, or related technical field preferred. * Ability and willingness to adhere to a second shift schedule; typical hours 3p--1130p * Previous ...

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How much do second shift engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for second shift engineer in Ohio is $105,816.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,200.00 and $129,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical challenges faced by a second shift engineer, and how can I prepare for them?

Second Shift Engineers often encounter challenges such as responding to unexpected equipment breakdowns with limited onsite resources, adapting quickly to new problems, and sometimes working with a smaller team compared to day shifts. It's common to have more autonomy, which requires strong decision-making skills and the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure. To prepare for these challenges, it's helpful to develop expertise with troubleshooting tools, familiarize yourself with facility layouts and key equipment, and build effective communication with both on-site colleagues and day-shift teams for smooth handovers. This role also offers a valuable opportunity to demonstrate leadership and technical skills, which can be beneficial for future advancement into supervisory or specialist positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a second shift engineer?

To thrive as a Second Shift Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance, typically supported by a relevant degree or technical certification. Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), industrial automation tools, and safety regulations is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently during off-hours are valuable soft skills. These qualities are vital for ensuring smooth plant operations, minimizing downtime, and maintaining high performance during non-standard business hours.

What is a second shift engineer?

A Second Shift Engineer is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting systems, equipment, and infrastructure during the second shift, typically in the afternoon to late evening. They ensure smooth operations, perform preventive maintenance, and address technical issues that arise. This role is common in manufacturing, facilities management, and technology sectors where round-the-clock operations are necessary.

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Infographic showing various Second Shift Engineer job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,816 per year, or $50.9 per hour.

Manufacturing Engineer-2nd Shift

Ohio Associated Enterprises LLC

Painesville, OH • On-site

$63K - $82K/yr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Description:

Meritec is seeking talented team players in our Painesville, Ohio facility who are committed to pushing the boundaries of interconnect technology performance and innovation. Join us and connect your career to the future.


We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to ensure development, optimization, and validation of processes and systems to support the manufacturing scale-up of our cable assemblies.


This position is full-time, onsite, 2nd shift, Monday through Friday.


Key Responsibilities

  • Ensures smooth transfer of products from process engineering builds to production-ready status.
  • Participate in SQCD meetings for all products.
  • Conduct process optimization for efficiency improvements and cost savings.
  • Develop new fixtures and automation as necessary.
  • Conducts root cause failure analysis and corrective actions for production parts.
  • Supports IQ/OQ/PQ as the engineering liaison to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager for all new equipment purchases.
  • Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
  • Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods. Establish sampling and quality plans in production as necessary.
  • Provides manufacturing data by calculating production, labor, and material costs.
  • Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
  • Comply with company regulations.
  • Support sustaining technicians in keeping equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services.
  • Development of training programs on manufacturing processes with the training coordinator as necessary.
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops as necessary.
  • Learn all equipment programming languages to support the manufacturing team.

Required Qualifications

  • BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field is required.
  • Proven success in generating novel ideas, out-of-the-box thinker, and a true entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Strong communication both verbal and written is required.
  • Proficient in MS Office and SolidWorks.
  • Strong working knowledge and experience in manufacturing processes, process development, and validations.
  • Knowledge of cable termination, heat staking, engraving, and plastics processing equipment preferred.
  • Successful implementation and use of statistical-based quality improvement tools such as design of experiments, Statistical Process Control, and GAGE R&R.
  • Experience in equipment and automation development.
  • Ability to meet ITAR requirements of US Citizenship or US Permanent Residence status.

Benefits

• Shareholder status

• Healthcare benefits

• Fully paid life insurance

• Health Savings Account with company contribution

• 401(k) employer match

• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Growth and Development Opportunities

• Positive culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion

Meritec is well-established, growth-oriented, signal integrity leaders and preferred vertically integrated manufacturer of high-performance electrical and electronic interconnect embedded systems and connectors with over fifty-years of innovation, serving world-wide markets with cost-effective solutions.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.


Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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