SR. STAFF ENGINEER
About the role
Paul Mueller Company, headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, is a world-class manufacturer of stainless steel processing systems and equipment for various industries. Established in the same community, the company prides itself on its high-quality products, excellent customer service, and strong work ethic.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage the product line’s business plan
- Increase profitability of existing products and develop new products
- Assess customer needs and market trends
- Manage product line staff, including counseling and disciplining employees
- Determine inventory levels and production schedules
- Recommend future product offerings
- Communicate with all areas of the company and serve as the internal and external liaison
- Direct the Product Line in its daily activities
- Prepare short-term and long-term product sales forecasts and special reports
- Facilitate inventory turnover and product availability
- Assess product market data and market competition
- Introduce and market new products
- Complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees
- Maintain Product Line staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees
- Determine product pricing and establish time schedules with engineering and manufacturing
- Work closely with the General Manager to align the Product Line and Paul Mueller Company objectives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with background in Thermodynamics desired
- Minimum of three years related experience
- Strong people skills combined with a mechanical aptitude
- Excellent communication skills both orally and written
- Self-starter with a goal-oriented mindset
- Proficient in business management tools
- Proficient in terms and conditions review, clarification, and negotiation
Skills
- Business and technical skills
- Ability to visualize strategic and long-term objectives
- Drive to make visions a reality
- Enjoy spending time in the market to understand its problems
- Active engagement in innovative problem-solving activities
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with low employee premiums
- Free off-site medical clinic
- Company paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
- 401k - Employer match of up to 4.0% for coworker contributions of 8.0% or more
- Company covers tuition costs up to $5,250.00 annually, contingent on course completion and grades
- Paid Time Off and Sick, Family & Parental Paid Time Off
- Ten (10) Paid Holidays
- Four-day work weeks, varied shifts, and flexible remote work options depending on position
- Career progression program for advancement
- Free in-house welding, grinding & machine operation school
- In-house training program
Pay
Base Compensation Range: $152,487 - $260,834 annually
Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 12% of gross annual salary base on company performance.
Schedule
Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position. Position requires travel up to 20% with possible international travel. Actual travel time will depend on the needs of the product line and what is required to meet the business plan objectives.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
About the role
The Over the Road Driver position is responsible for delivering Paul Mueller Company's stainless steel products to customers. This position involves long-distance driving with oversized loads throughout North America and Canada, ensuring safe loading and unloading of products and communicating with customers and the Mueller Transportation operations team.
Responsibilities
- Long distance driving with oversized loads throughout North America and Canada
- Aid in loading and unloading equipment and product as needed
- Ensure all loads are secure utilizing chains, straps, tarps, etc.
- Communicate with customers as needed
- Ensure customer deliveries arrive on time and as expected
- Communicate with Mueller Transportation operations team as needed
- Maintain a detailed log of working hours to ensure compliance with state and federal rules and regulations
- Comply with the FMCSA rules and regulations
Qualifications
- 2 years of over the road experience within the last 5 years is preferred
- Less than 2 years of over the road experience will be considered
- Advanced understanding and competency in stainless steel welding and grinding operations and blue print reading
- Pass the Craftsman test
Skills
- Motivated to work and deliver product in a timely manner
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively with a team
- Ability to problem solve quickly and efficiently
- Strong interpersonal skills that allow for effective communication to our customers
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with low employee premiums
- Free off-site medical clinic
- Company paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
- 401k - Employer match of up to 4.0% for coworker contributions of 8.0% or more
- Company covers tuition costs up to $5,250.00 annually, contingent on course completion and grades
- Paid Time Off and Sick, Family & Parental Paid Time Off
- Ten (10) Paid Holidays
- Four-day work weeks, varied shifts, and flexible remote work options depending on position
- Career progression program for advancement
- Free in-house welding, grinding & machine operation school
- In-house training program
Working Conditions
Mostly over the road driving with occasional yard time and loading and unloading trucks.