Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced, results-driven, and independent thinking Team Member to work full-time on our Technical Team. This position will work directly with multiple functional areas including quality, sourcing, account management, operations, and engineering providing product and application knowledge troubleshooting, testing, presentations, and other technical contributions. The qualified candidate has a strong mechanical engineering background coupled with a practical mechanical aptitude; is accustomed to working in a team environment; and is willing to embrace Field’s approach to providing technical support and solutions to our operations and our customers. Knowledge of fasteners, fastener manufacturing, and fastening applications is necessary.
This position reports to: John Derry
This position has direct reports: No
Location: Machesney Park, IL, Florence, SC, Columbus, OH, Tyler, TX, Salem, OR
FLSA Hourly/Salary: Starting Salary range $60,000-$70,000
Essential Functions:
- Commit to FIELD’s Mission Statement, Core Values, and Fieldamentals.
- Analyze problems, develop, and present alternative solutions and influence eventual outcomes.
- Provide technical guidance and direct support to internal customers regarding implementations and part creations, sourcing decisions, non-conformance troubleshooting and testing, specifications interpretation, and internal technical training.
- Provide technical support to internal production operations, such as kitting and assembly, as needed.
- Assist with technical guidance to external customers regarding cost savings recommendations, redesigns of product/assemblies, quality-related information, and mechanical expertise as needed.
- Use testing and machining equipment as needed to resolve problems and/or provide technical solutions.
- Demonstrate a willingness and ability to engage in ongoing formal training on fasteners and fastening to achieve desired results.
- Lead Field’s internal technical training.
- Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and suppliers and provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.
- Work in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
- Utilize strong time management, analytical, and leadership skills with a commitment to being detail oriented.
- Be highly motivated, well organized, and results driven while working with limited direct supervision.
- Make effective presentations in order to communicate capabilities and results.
- Take on additional responsibilities and demonstrate flexibility in both work schedule and work environment based on business needs.
- Travel to support business activities up to 25% which may include some overnight travel.
Education, Skills and Experience Required:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in an technical role.
- Understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
- Mechanical aptitude, mechanical hands-on/roll-up your sleeves/get dirty desire and experience.
- Customer interaction including presentations.
Additional Skills Preferred:
- Hands-on mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing setting or a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience.
- Working knowledge of fasteners is required.
- Manage proficiently Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; prior experience with CAD programs; Auto CAD, Solid Works, or Pro/ENGINEER.
- Prior Leadership/Supervisory experience is beneficial.
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a technical role
- Understanding of mechanical engineering principles
- Mechanical aptitude and hands-on mechanical experience
- Customer interaction and presentation experience
- Working knowledge of fasteners and fastening applications
- Hands-on mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing setting
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Prior experience with CAD programs such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Pro/ENGINEER
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience
What We Do
Field Fastener is a full-service, data-driven, global provider of inventory management and supply chain solutions for fasteners and Class 'C' commodities. They focus on reducing total assembly costs for customers through vendor-managed inventory (VMI) programs and value-added engineering services. Founded in 1976, the company operates multiple centers of excellence to provide technical support and hardware availability to manufacturing and industrial clients worldwide.
