Job Description

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

Responsibilities / Tasks

The Production Designer reviews and creates flat layouts, enters Bill of Materials, routings and hours for shop personal for the fabrication of GEA equipment.

• Participates in design reviews prior to production control transmittal of Rev 0 prints.
• Verifies dimensions prior to layouts.
• Must possess strong print reading and math skills to create 2-D layouts for sheet metal work involving plasma cutter and sheer.
• Enters full Bill of Materials in ERP
• Creates work center operational routings and enters into ERP.
• Stores all design packages in production control archive for reference and red line documentation.
• Supports the shop floor in obtaining dimensions and mitigating fabrication challenges regarding interference, layouts and material substitutions.
• Processes stock jobs and fast track jobs
• Responsible for full fabrication package reproduction and release
• Creates new part numbers for materials and outsourced fabrication services.
• Communicates directly with Engineering regarding print discrepancies and missing information.
• Creates Weld Mapping prints upon request
• Maintains share point data entry of fully processed prints
• Fosters collaborative working relationships with all colleagues and project team members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Sheet Metal Shop Experience
• Knowledge of Bill of Materials
• AutoCAD
• Fabrication experience would be a plus
• Ability to read 2D layouts

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $22 to $34 per hour. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.

The pay range is not guaranteed compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as a discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.

At GEA, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.

Why Join Us?

This is a high-impact leadership role where you’ll shape procurement strategy, drive operational excellence, and play a key role in delivering business performance across a global organization.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

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