Description
Summary: Performs engineering work relative to product applications, product improvements and technical service to sales personnel and customers. Responsible for automating the information in the business unit and converting to useful sales support tools to improve our service to our customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides advice and technical information to customers and salesmen in matters pertaining to sealing device applications. Assists customers with achieving satisfactory product performance. Visits customers’ facilities as required. Assist with new product development by providing insight into product performance, and feedback regarding customer needs. Assist with the in-house technical training of Garlock and distributor personnel. Analyzes field samples, determine root cause of failure and reports back to initiator of request with possible solution(s) for their application.

NOTE: Applications Engineering is a fast-paced environment, and requires the engineer to multi-task; handle numerous projects, answer customer calls and participate in team related activities. Applicants should be aware that the average training time required before being able to confidently handle any application related question is approximately 2-3 years.

Requirements
BSME or BS Engineering Technology. Five plus years experience in applications or product engineering and engineering procedures. Strong interpersonal skills with field sales engineering savvy. Must have strong computer skills in MSOffice; Visual Basic a plus. Must be able to work in high-paced, multi-task environment. Individual needs to be a self-starter and have strong attention to detail. Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.

Submit Resume To
gstresumejf@garlock.com

Description
Summary: Design and detail all types of test equipment, tooling, sealing products and process equipment alterations under the direction of individual engineers and project teams. Support assigned laboratories on equipment and supply related needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Applies appropriate product, tooling and machine design fundamentals to design and detail various tools, fixtures, test equipment, sealing products and process equipment alterations under the direction of individual engineers and project teams.
• Utilizing CAD software create and revise solid models and detailed mechanical drawings for various tools, fixtures, test equipment, sealing products and process equipment alterations.
• Develops associated cost and delivery estimates for various tools, fixtures, test equipment and process equipment alterations.
• Assist in coordinating the build, installation and start-up evaluation for various tools, fixtures, test equipment and process equipment alterations.
• Supports assigned laboratories on evaluation of equipment-related issues and general laboratory supply related needs.
• Applies good working knowledge of machine shop practices, mechanical drawing and part tolerancing standards, materials, metallurgy and heat-treating.
• Utilize EDN system and procedures to archive design legacy.

Requirements
Associates Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related field. Three to 5 years experience in machine, tool and product design. Proficient in the use of CAD softwar (SolidWorks or similar 3D modeler). Computer skills.

Submit Resume To
gstresumejf@garlock.com

Description
Responsible for directing and controlling the functions involved in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of IT solutions. He/she is responsible for providing solutions that support business operations and contribute to business objectives in a manner that promotes the security, integrity and reliability of information systems.

Requirements
• Exercises primary control over IT solutions and the IT department within the limits of Division and Corporate policy.
• Initiate internal controls to protect sensitive information.
• Develop and maintain a three/five-year strategic plan and supporting annual plans to ensure plans are aligned with the Division’s strategic plan and operating objectives.
• Keep the technology environment up-to-date. Review and recommend new hardware, software and telecommunications solutions when applicable new technology becomes available.
• Provide leadership and direction in the design, development and implementation of alternative technology solutions.
• Monitor, maintain and provide support and consulting services to the business community and applicable business partners on implemented systems.
• Requisition hardware, software and telecommunications solutions within the guidelines of Division policies and procedures.
• Responsible for compliance to all IT related Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, including the maintenance and testing of all general computer controls.
• Establish policies and guidelines related to the effective use and security of Information Technology.
• Develop and monitor annual budgets and guidelines for Information Technology for the Division.
• Establish and maintain effective employee relations with the IT department. Maintain performance evaluations within Division guidelines. Through the proper delegation of responsibility and authority, provide a framework for personnel development and growth.

Submit Resume To
gstresumejf@garlock.com

Description
Summary: Directs the activities of the area sales managers in achieving maximum profitable sales to distributor or end user OEM and E&C accounts in assigned region. Personally maintains regular contact with specific major end user accounts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops immediate and long-range sales plans and programs for his region and submits to the Director, North American Sales or Regional Sales Manager (as appropriate)for approval. Actively participates in the securement and implementation of large contracts with end users either through distributors or on a direct basis. Periodically reviews actual sales and sales expense to determine variance from established plan; takes corrective action as necessary. Administers the sales incentive program in his district. Maintains contact with certain channel partners and major end user accounts. Coaches and develops talent of the Area Managers reporting to him/her.

Requirements
BS Degree in Marketing or equivalent. Demonstrated supervisory/sales experience. 6+ years of field sales experience. Individual must be a self-starter and have excellent organizational, communication and computer skills. Must have the ability to multi-task and be a team player.

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gstresumejf@garlock.com

Description
Summary: Performs specialized and general customer service and inside sales functions which requires experience and knowledge of company policies, procedures governing customer service, sales, pricing, contracts, product specifications, ordering requirements, returns, credit requests, and applications. Individual to act as a liaison between the customer, sales personnel, and internal Garlock personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume call-center environment
• Fields calls from/to customers, end-user and internal resources such as sales, marketing, operations, quality, engineering, and/or shipping personnel
• Ensures requests for quotations and orders are correct and completed in a timely manner
• Prepares Special Order checklists as necessary
• Inside contact and liaison for outside area and sales managers and/or distributors, end-users, OEM customers, and international affiliates
• Understands shipping and freight terms and methods to insure accurate information is entered and products are shipped according to customer’s request
• Inform customer of special handling charges, overtime and/or other charges
• Evaluates requests for returned materials and billing adjustments
• Authorizes returns and initiates credit as appropriate
• Maintains accurate records of all correspondence received and sent including formal and informal quotations, internal memos, procedures, instructions, sales orders, technical data, etc.
• Verifies that customers are authorized to purchase the products requested
• Continuously works to improve customer service skills, computer skills and product knowledge

Requirements
Associates Degree in Business (management, marketing, engineering) or 3 years related experience. Excellent communication and phone skills. Efficiency in MS Office and knowledge of Oracle preferred.

Submit Resume To
gstresumeag@garlock.com

Description
Summary: Product Specialists serve as a commercial/technical resource to provide support to the Marketing Manager, Inside Sales, Area Managers, external customers and intra department personnel. In addition, Product Specialists provide assistance to the Marketing Manager for various product program developments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Analyzes orders to insure conformity of manufacturing limitations, customer requirements and industry standard; responsible for assigning and maintaining product coding system; loads and maintains net pricing in Oracle; responsible for maintaining customer-owned tooling lists; responsible for pricing and freight deviation interface with Inside Sales Specialists, Area Managers, Senior Management, Affiliates, Authorized Distribution/Stores/End Users, Oracle Pricing Administrator; analyzes, monitors and approves Incremental Business Opportunities within the Product Line; plans and/or conducts training programs for new employees within Inside Sales as well as new Area Managers; participates in customer training programs on an individual or group basis; provides assistance to internal and external customers with regard to product recommendations and technical data; participates as cross functional team member to coordinate improvements to existing products along with new product development programs; develops all appropriate data required to monitor sales by product line, style and item number including analysis involving sales forecasts and budgeting process; analyzes sales history and specific customer projections to establish adequate inventory levels; consults with Engineering, manufacturing and cross functional departments regarding contract review, product development plans, customer specification review, service recommendations, product testing, customer feedback and sales potential; works out corrective measures with appropriate members of manufacturing or engineering; works with other departments and reconciles problems in such matters as pertain to orders, deliveries, inquiries and prices; analyzes and evaluates current market conditions through regular customer contacts.

Requirements
Associates degree or equivalent experience; 5-8 years experience; computer skills; communication/Organizational skills.

Submit Resume To
gstresumejf@garlock.com

Description
Summary: Responsible for the product management of assigned product line(s), and for securing the maximum profit on assigned product line(s) commensurate with maintaining a sound long-term competitive position. Initiates programs and procedures to assist the field organizations to achieve maximum volume of sales. Supervises assigned Product Specialists, application engineers and other direct reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyzes the current and projected market conditions for his/her product lines(s) and recommends short and long term marketing objectives to be achieved including profit and volume for each product. Coordinates with Marketing Communications to develop product literature, advertising and promotional strategy and programs.
• Advises field personnel regarding product applications, standard and special, and product availability for the ever-increasing new product applications.
• Analyzes inventory taking into consideration the market for the products in the area from which request originates, and recommends appropriate stock levels.
• Consults with Engineering and various departments regarding product development, service recommendations, product test results, customer complaints, inspection methods and costs of new product development in relation to sales potential.
• Coordinates with Engineering and Manufacturing on quality improvements, cost reductions and standardization to obtain increased sales and larger profit margins with present commodities. Continually evaluates competitive conditions, technical advances, and market potentials. Recommends product design changes, short and long term product developments.
• In conjunction with other departments, develops sources for product not produced internally to expand product line. Transmits new product into aggressive sales programs. Develops content for product information and plans training programs.
• Collaborates with supervisor and other product line personnel to determine what action is required to correct field problems arising out of product failure, quality, or customer service. Develops corrective measures with appropriate disciplines.
• Works with Manufacturing and Production Control to establish sales and production forecasting. Works with Sales personnel in the development of marketing programs.
• Develops and conducts training programs.

Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Marketing or equivalent experience. Minimum five years experience in Marketing and product management activity. Organizational and communications skills. Product knowledge a plus. Computer skills. Must be a team player.

Submit Resume To
gstresumejf@garlock.com

Description
Summary: Responsible for the recruitment and hiring recommendations for exempt, non-exempt, temporary employees across all US locations and business groups with the potential for global responsibilities in the future. Source applicants who best match the position requirements as efficiently, effectively and expediently as possible. Provide recruiting-related information and best practices to HR Management team and hiring managers on recruiting-related matters / issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Works with HR Management team to identify viable candidates for open requisitions as quickly as possible while ensuring each open requisition is an opportunity for a “talent upgrade”; examines current job descriptions to ascertain their suitability for the opening, developing and preparing new job descriptions as necessary; coordinates with HR Management team to properly grade each new job; seeks qualified candidates through internal and external resources: internal job postings system, advertising in newspapers, posting with the Department of Labor, internet, employment agencies, leads from employees and other word-of-mouth sources as well as unsolicited inquiries, industry networks, etc.; screens all resumes received, forwarding copies of those with appropriate credentials and experience to the hiring manager; maintains recruiting files for each job opening with a history of recruiting activity; coordinates all interview activities including on-line assessments (i.e. scheduling, arranging travel/lodging, online assessments, etc.); markets the opportunity by providing information to applicants regarding the company, facilities, the positions for which they are applying, compensation, and benefits; orks with the HR Director/Manager throughout hiring process regarding all necessary activities; administers the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity recordkeeping, including applicant tracking records system; conducts salary surveys within labor market to determine competitive wage rates; coordinates with hiring Manager and HR Director/Manager to complete and distribute organizational announcements; prepares monthly reporting for GST, GMG, HFX and Pik for Finance; conducts new hire orientation, ensuring all appropriate paperwork is completed, questions are answered, and basic policy information is issued.

Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business, or equivalent experience; minimum two years professional experience in human resources or related field; proven ability to interface with superiors and peers in an effective manner; computer skills to include Microsoft Office; HRIS database experience; excellent communication and organizational skills; must be able to maintain confidentiality.

Submit Resume To
gstresumejf@garlock.com

Description
Leads and coordinates all activities of the Tool Engineering & Design team to insure efficient and economic development of new tools, dies, and molds.

Requirements

• Complete tool, die, or mold drawings for manufacturing from product drawings or design concepts to the on-site tool room or vendors. Work with cross-functional teams (operations, engineering, R&D) to develop tooling for new and innovative product designs.
• Follow designs through manufacture, test, and production to ensure they are performing as intended. Provide support to the Tool Room and vendors by providing assistance on design, tolerances, and other aspects as needed to manufacture tools, dies, molds, etc..
• Maintain, track, and communicate the status of projects and designs assigned to the Tool Engineering and Design Team.
• Support Operations and Engineering by reviewing, recommending, and troubleshooting potential tooling issues related to production and engineering trials.
• Coordinate, monitor, and direct the daily activities and projects assigned to the Tool Engineering and Design team. Establish goals for the Tool Engineer and Designer and track performance to goals.
• Establish and document design standards for existing and new tools, dies and molds and ensure that these standards are followed. Ensure designs are state-of-the-art in terms of efficiency, performance, manufacturability and cost effectiveness.
• Participates in the development of plans and programs for improving the Tool Room operations, and for short and long term projects aimed at achieving maximum efficiency and service.
• Designates type of material, heat treat process, post processes such as plating, anodizing, etc. to be used on tooling including but not, restricted to, molds, dies, fixtures and gages during design and manufacturing of those tools.
• Effectively interact with all levels of personnel, including operators, engineers and managers.
• Monitor repairs to existing tooling, dies, and molds and identify and implement improvements to reduce repair costs.
• Collaborate with and assist other Garlock facilities to develop mold, tool and die design standards for their operation.

Submit Resume To
danielle.phillips@garlock.com