Manufacturing Engineer - Automation Support (Finance)

Manufacturing Engineer - Automation Support

Location: Morgantown, PA

Tactically managing the frontlines of machine automation!

Your Impact:

As a Manufacturing Engineer - Automation, your programming expertise is key to keeping truck bodies rolling off the line and onto the road faster than ever. You'll support and optimize automated equipment programs that drive precision fabrication, ensuring every truck body part is made with speed, accuracy, and reliability. Partnering closely with production and maintenance teams, you'll troubleshoot issues quickly, implement software and program upgrades, and streamline automation workflows-minimizing downtime and maximizing output. Your work directly fuels the fast, efficient delivery of quality truck bodies to customers, making an impact every mile of the way.

What a Like: Day in Your Life Looks Like:

• Automation Programming - Set up and fine-tune CNC press brakes, laser cutting systems, and robotic welding systems
• Safety First, Always - Champion a culture of safety by following and reinforcing all company-wide safety standards
• Quality - Refine programs and tooling, to continually improve the quality of our products
• Blueprint to Reality - Read and interpret technical drawings and work orders with confidence and accuracy
• Own the Uptime - Design and roll out TPM and preventive maintenance plans to keep machines running like clockwork
• Stock Smarter - Identify critical spare parts and build a proactive stocking strategy to minimize downtime
• Lead by Example - Share your knowledge and mentor team members through hands-on training and support
• 5S - Layout and organize work-centers, to create a safer and more efficient work environment
• Built to Move - Comfortable with physical tasks including lifting (up to 35 lbs), standing, bending, squatting, and reaching throughout the shift

What You Bring to the Table:

• Programming-Savvy - Program and troubleshoot advanced CNC and robotic fabrication equipment like press brakes and laser cutters with confidence and precision
• Equipment Experience - Familiar with Fanuc robots, fiber laser cutting systems, automated press brakes
• Process Expertise - Must have strong experience with welding, laser cutting, and forming processes
• Precision Obsessed - Accurately measure and inspect parts using calipers, tape measures, and blueprints to ensure flawless quality
• Tech at Your Fingertips - Use computer interfaces to fine-tune and optimize high-precision machinery for peak performance
• Problem Solver - Spot the small stuff that affects big results; troubleshoot issues quickly to get operations back online
• Safety-First Mindset - Perform regular safety checks and uphold a culture of safety across all equipment and processes
• Prevent Downtime - Design and implement smart preventative maintenance routines to keep machines running strong
• Ready When Needed - Flexible schedule to respond to urgent equipment issues-because uptime matters
• Plan Like a Pro - Review part lists, incoming materials, and production needs to schedule continuous machine operation across multiple shifts
• Data-Driven Workflow - Use tools like Excel and scheduling software to organize tasks and streamline operations
• Programming Master - Create and tweak automation programs using OEM software to meet custom fabrication needs
• Tech Translator - Collaborate with OEM technicians to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues remotely
• Material-Smart - Know your metals-understand sheet metal gauge variations and how they impact production efficiency

What Sets You Apart:

• Education: Technical Degree in Engineering
• Experience: Minimum 3 years programming; demonstrated maintenance systems and work center layout experience

Physical Demands:
Step into the heart of our bustling manufacturing plant, where every move counts! You'll stay active-standing, walking, and using your hands to tackle hands-on tasks with precision. From lifting up to 35 pounds to bending, squatting, reaching high, or crawling into tight spots, no two days are the same.

Why Morgan? Because You Deserve the Best:

With over 70 years leading the truck body industry, Morgan Truck Body is where innovation meets tradition. From electric vehicle bodies to custom refrigerated bodies, we build it all - and we do it with passion and precision.

See our story: A History of Morgan

We offer:

• Competitive pay and full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)- your health matters
• 401(k) with company match - because your future matters
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development to boost your career
• Paid holidays and vacation time - we know balance is key
• Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear- because we care about your safety

Join a team where your impact is real, your growth is limitless, and your work fuels the future of transportation.

What Drives Us at Morgan:

At Morgan Truck Body, our shared values aren't just words on a wall - they're the heart of everything we do. They fuel our success, shape our culture, and guide how we show up for each other, our customers, and the future of transportation.

We Celebrate People
We recognize and value the individuals behind the build - the makers, thinkers, and problem-solvers who drive our success every day.

We Lead with Integrity
Doing the right thing isn't optional - it's how we operate, always. Honesty, accountability, and respect guide every decision.

We Deliver Results
We show up, step up, and get it done. Our commitment to performance means exceeding expectations and raising the bar - for ourselves and our customers.

We Work with Passion
We love what we build - and it shows. From the factory floor to the front office, we bring energy, innovation, and pride to every product that rolls out of our doors.

Ready to rev up your career? Check out our Careers Page and discover what Morgan Truck Body can do for you!

At Morgan Truck Body, part of the J.B. Poindexter & Co. family, we're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind - regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This commitment applies to every part of your journey with us - from hiring and promotions to compensation, training, and beyond.

Diversity drives innovation. Inclusion fuels our strength. At Morgan, everyone belongs.

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