POWER THE ROAD AHEAD WITH A CAREER AT PETERSON MANUFACTURING

JOIN THE TEAM BEHIND THE HEAVY-DUTY LIGHTING AND HARNESS SYSTEMS TRUSTED BY FLEETS NATIONWIDE

Manufacturing jobs at Peterson aren’t just about making products. Our employees shape the safety, reliability, and performance of the trailers and vehicles that move the world. From our Grandview, Missouri headquarters, we design, engineer, and produce innovative lighting and wiring harness solutions trusted by fleets, OEMs, and distributors nationwide—all under one roof.

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A COMPANY AND CULTURE YOU’LL BE PROUD OF

    WHAT WE BELIEVE

    • Millions of vehicles worldwide transport people and cargo every day. Our goal is to make the roads safer for everyone.
    • We’re a mission-driven team focused on solving real-world safety challenges through revolutionary design and manufacturing.
    • Whether you're on the shop floor or behind a computer screen, your work helps customers stay safe, efficient, and moving forward.
    • &We believe that a total commitment to quality products and services is the surest way to provide our customers maximum value while making the roads safer for everyone.
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    READY FOR YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY?

    We’re looking for people who want to make a lasting impact. At Peterson, your ideas, skills, and passion will help power safer journeys for millions. Explore open positions and start building something that matters.

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    Territory Manager – Great Lakes Area
    Peterson has a position for a Territory Manager​​​ in the Great Lakes Area. The Territory Manager​​​ oversees the marketing, sales, and service functions for all assigned customers and customer channels in the assigned region. This candidate must have experience directing sales and marketing administrations and managing people and projects.

    Peterson Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Peterson Manufacturing does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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    Project Engineer

    Peterson has an opening for a Project Engineer at our Grandview, Missouri headquarters. The Project Engineer manages new product designs and revisions to existing products within Peterson’s portfolio. This role coordinates and integrates technical activities across departments, including Purchasing, Production, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing Engineering, as well as with outside vendors. The ideal candidate has experience overseeing projects from concept through production—ensuring every product meets Peterson’s standards for cost, quality, and timing.

    Peterson Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Peterson Manufacturing does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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    Design Engineer 1

    Peterson has an opportunity for a Design Engineer I at our Grandview, Missouri headquarters. The Design Engineer I supports the design and development of products, components, and systems under the guidance of the Engineering Manager. This role is responsible for ensuring that the electrical elements of Peterson’s products meet performance specifications and customer expectations. This is an entry-level position for a degreed engineer seeking hands-on experience in product design and introduction into production.

    Peterson Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Peterson Manufacturing does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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    Assembler – Peterson Manufacturing
    Peterson Manufacturing has an immediate position for an Assembler. The Assembler produces finished or semi-finished products and readies them for shipment to the customer. The actual assembly work involves interpreting the assembly instructions, monitoring and replenishing component supplies, and both manual and automated assembly operations. Post-assembly work involves visually inspecting and counting products, packing them in approved containers, and labeling packed containers.

    Peterson Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Peterson Manufacturing does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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    Housekeeping
    Peterson has 2 immediate positions for Housekeeping. Housekeeping keeps the building clean and orderly. In addition to routine custodial duties, Housekeeping is responsible for notifying Maintenance or the appropriate Supervisor of conditions that warrant further attention.

    Peterson Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Peterson Manufacturing does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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    Section Supervisor
    Mission Plastics North has an immediate position for a Section Supervisor. This position coordinates the machine operations in the assigned section to ensure that proper operating and safety procedures are being followed in order to promote the company’s goal of producing a quality product in a safe and efficient manner. The Section Supervisor is also responsible for the direct supervision of assigned production personnel and in working with them to identify their strengths and weaknesses so that they can be assigned tasks suited to their skill levels and advanced within the system.

    Peterson Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Peterson Manufacturing does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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    Maintenance Specialist
    Peterson Manufacturing has an immediate position for a Maintenance Specialist. This position repairs and maintains machinery, mechanical equipment, buildings, and fixtures. They also supervise and train other maintenance personnel, plan all aspects of assigned projects, and order the needed materials for completion of assigned projects.

    Peterson Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Peterson Manufacturing does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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