EMPOWERED TO DO MORE
Looking for a career where you are empowered to achieve extraordinary outcomes? Grow personally and professionally to excel through Shape’s Leadership Development program.
With a model anchored by our mission, culture and values, team members have the opportunity to develop well-rounded capabilities in strategy, innovation, obtaining results and people skills. Beyond training events, a five-stage journey exists including curriculum that moves individuals from high-performing professionals to mentoring leaders.
LEARN THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS
Leverage the power of learning from peers and leadership through the unique partnerships mentoring offers. Shape’s mentoring program unites mentors and mentees by aligning interests, experience and expertise to expand knowledge in individuals’ desired areas.
GROW YOUR SHAPE FAMILY NETWORK 
Get connected to professionals across the Shape campus through the Shape Professionals Group. Be inspired by leadership pep-talks and develop insight through professional development groups. Or, head out to a local West Michigan hot spot to engage with your peers during our networking events.
GROWING IN A CULTURE OF INNOVATION
Developing leaders and technical talent is a passion of Shape’s. Many of our associates who began as interns or engineering co-op students have grown and evolved their career here, and are still with us today.
Internship and Co-Op Opportunities
- Grand Valley State University IGA program
- Engineering Co-Ops
- Corporate Internship Opportunities
HANDS-ON TRAINING PROGRAM
Dive into your manufacturing career with on-the-job training. A new hire orientation jump starts team members’ careers at Shape. The initial training engages individuals with the processes, products, corporate functions and safety aspects to excel in their positions. Specialized training and experiences are made available as business needs are identified.
FURTHER YOUR EDUCATION
Ready to take the next step in your education and career? Take advantage of Shape’s tuition reimbursement program. Accelerate your technical career by taking courses with local university partners, or develop your business expertise with an MBA. Furthering your education with Shape will open your career to an array of possibilities.
ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER PATH
Push your talents and knowledge through one of Shape’s four apprenticeship programs: roll forming, electrical, tool and die, or machine repair. Apply a combination of on-the-job training with related classroom instruction and the mentoring of a journey-level associate to gain hands-on experience and theoretical aspects of a skilled career.

I’ve really appreciated Shape investing in me and my technical knowledge. I think it’s really helped me be a better quality engineer. – Kristen K.

I really enjoy the problem solving opportunities that my apprenticeship gave me. It’s challenging, but I love it. – Ben H.

I’m thankful for the opportunity to grow my leadership skills through our leader boot camp training and in my team lead role. – Jennifer J.
TEAM MEMBER WELL-BEING
PART OF YOUR WELLNESS JOURNEY
Be the best you, mentally and physically at Shape. Our dedicated wellness team and nationally recognized program offer classes ranging from nutrition to stress management. Personalized coaching, weight management programming, workshops, a rewards program and more empower you to kick-start or enhance your individual wellness journey.
WORK OUT ON-CAMPUS
Get your heart pumping at Shape’s Fitness Factory. Our Grand Haven campus offers you the opportunity to hit our gym before work, during lunch, or after hours. A wide variety of strength building equipment and group exercise classes are available to suit your individual needs.
SERVICES AND SUPPORT YOU NEED
At Shape, we’re proud to offer you a well-rounded health benefits package. Keep your body and mind healthy with preventive care. Manage unpredictable expenses with flex spending accounts. From your eyes to your teeth to your toes, Shape’s self-funded insurance and benefits will help you out when you are up or down.
24/7 HEALTH CARE
Have you ever had an illness that requires a doctor’s attention in the middle of the night or over the weekend? Have you had to make a trip to the emergency room for a standard illness? Move those inconvenient and costly trips out of your lifestyle with MedNow. Shape partnered with Priority Health and Spectrum Health to provide access to doctors 24/7 from the comfort of your home. From nausea to rashes, medical help is only a call away.
SHAPE’S THINKERS. BELIEVERS. DOERS.

I’m impressed with the comprehensive wellness programs and services, from personal coaching, to a farmer’s market, to inspiring mindfulness, to cutting-edge medical access, and more. – Catherine P.

The benefits and the work atmosphere are some of the most competitive around. The Fitness Factory is a convenient and free way to get gym time right on campus. – Matt T.

The coaches are great listeners, motivators and have resources to guide you in what your health goals may be. – Emma W.

The Shape Family Wellness program is one of the things I enjoy most about working at Shape. The Fitness Factory is so convenient to use and an easy way of staying in shape. – Mike H.

I really appreciate the personalized attention I’ve received from the entire team. This is a group of professionals whose passion is to make my life healthier and more balanced. – Patty W.

The wellness staff and program help me focus on staying active to keep doing the things that I love to do! It also gives you the tools to be better mind, body and soul. – Pete S.