Manufacturing Engineer

Posted Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00 AM

"An Equal Opportunity Employer” It is the policy of North American Stamping Group to provide employment, training, promotion, and other conditions of Employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or status as a qualified individual with a disability or other status protected by law.

We are looking for an experienced Process Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Portland, TN. North American Stamping Group is a privately held company founded in 1978. We continue to explore the most innovative processes and technologies to stay on the leading edge of the automotive industry. Our strategic locations within North America allow us the manufacturing footprint to cover you in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

NASG is an industry leader in the manufacturing of stampings and automated assemblies. A Tier II supplier of components, systems and aftermarket products for the automotive industry with a core business market consisting of seating, ride control, exhaust components, heat shields, noise, vibration and harness (NVH), chassis and structural and window regulators.

Our sales have grown annually at a compounded rate of 18.0% for the last eight years, tripling our business, while making us one of the largest leading Tier II automotive stamping and assembly suppliers.

The most competitive pay in the industry based upon your skill level, along with a full benefits package.

We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship for the United States.

This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager. This position is responsible to assist current engineering personnel with the planning, completion and implementation of selected Engineering Projects determined by the Manager.

• Assist Engineering to ensure all Manufacturing processes are operating within OSHA standards to ensure the safety and well being of all associates.
• Assist Engineering with review of processes and implementation of process improvements.
• Assist Engineering in Facility upgrades to ensure Manufacturing needs are met.
• Participate in Problem Solving and 8D activities to ensure Quality Products for our Customers.
• Assist Engineering with investigations to ensure that NASG Manufacturing processes are constantly evolving with technological advancements.
• Assist Engineering in support of Associate Involvement Teams.
• Assist Engineering in Training of plant personnel as required for Process Improvement.

A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant field is required. A High School Diploma or GED with at least 7 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience will also be considered.

At least 3 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience is required.

General understanding of Continuous Improvement principles.

• Computer skills including Power Point and other Microsoft products.
• Highly motivated, ambitious self-starter.
• General understanding of project management skills.
• Organizational skills to assist in project planning and implementation.
• Must have a problem solving mind set and a positive attitude.
• Must have the ability to work with all levels of the organization as well as suppliers.
• Will need flexibility to work a schedule that allows completion of assigned duties on a daily and weekly basis.

Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace.

Solid working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, Internet).

General understanding of Design & Engineering Software.

Plant:
Various types of manufacturing environments.

Standard automotive plant environment with moderate noise level.

PPE such as safety glasses, steel toe shoes, Kevlar sleeves, hearing protection may be required in designated engineering, manufacturing, or industrial areas. Personal attire standards may apply.

Involves moderate or occasional presence of some slightly disagreeable conditions, i.e., cold, dust, heat, odor, etc.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Although the primary job functions involve the ability to sit and work on a computer and in an office situation for extensive periods of time, the associate must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time. The associate is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms; talk, see, and hear. The associate is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The associate must…