Paul Mueller Careers

The Business Unit Manager will manage the assigned Product Line, developing and managing the product line’s business plan. The responsibilities of the Business Unit Manager include increasing the profitability of existing products to developing new products for the company. The Business Unit Manager utilizes existing ideas to assist in the development of new ideas based on industry experience and contacts with current and potential customers. The Business Unit Manager must possess business and technical skills, the ability to visualize strategic and long-term objectives, and the drive to make that vision a reality. They must enjoy spending time in the market to understand its problems, and actively engage in innovative problem solving activities. 

The Business Unit Manager must be able to communicate with all areas of the company and will serve as the internal and external liaison for the assigned product line. The Business Unit Manager directs the Product Line in its daily activities while frequently working with sales and key accounts.

Manages the entire product line from strategic planning to tactical activities. Develops the product line by identifying potential products, conducting market research, generating product requirements, determining specifications, developing production timetables, evaluating pricing structures to achieve the product line’s financial objectives, creating and implementing time-integrated plans for product introduction, and developing marketing strategies.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepares short-term and long-term product sales forecasts and special reports and analyses; answering questions and requests.
• Manages Product Line staff including counseling and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job performance.
• Determines customers' needs by specifying the research needed to obtain market information, developing and implementing systems to obtain research, and analyzing the outcomes.
• Facilitates inventory turnover and product availability by reviewing and adjusting inventory levels and production schedules in order to meet the business unit objectives.
• Recommends future product offerings by reviewing current product specifications and requirements, and evaluating market trends; appraising new product ideas and/or product or packaging changes.
• Assesses product market data by calling on customers with field salespeople and evaluating sales call results.
• Obtains product market share by working with sales to develop product sales strategies.
• Provides source data for product line communications by defining product marketing communication objectives.
• Assesses market competition by comparing the company's product to competitors' products.
• Introduces and markets new products by developing time-integrated plans with sales, advertising, and production.
• Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Maintains Product Line staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Determines product pricing by utilizing market research data, reviewing production and sales costs, anticipating volume, and costing special and customized orders.
• Brings new products to market by analyzing proposed product requirements and product development programs, by preparing return-on-investment analyses, and establishing time schedules with engineering and manufacturing.
• Work closely with the General Manager insuring the alignment of the Product Line and Paul Mueller Company objectives. This position is to assist in the protection and promotion of the interests of the Paul Mueller Company as a whole.
• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Must be committed to the company business goals.
• Must be an excellent representative of the Paul Mueller Company.
• Must present a strong professional image to our customers both externally as well as internally.
• Must have strong people skills combined with a mechanical aptitude that will allow for effective communication of the product to our customers.
• Must be a self-starter, goal oriented person who will aggressively pursue opportunities.
• Must have excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Must be a team player willing to work hard for the common good and maximum profitability of Mueller.
• Must be proficient in the use of all business management tools (i.e. lap-top computers, power point presentations, etc...)
• Must be proficient in terms and conditions review, clarification, and negotiation.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with background in Thermodynamics desired.  A minimum of three years related experience is required for this position.

Base Compensation Range: $152,487 - $260,834 annually

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Professional office environment with some time spent in a manufacturing shop. Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.). Frequent presence on the manufacturing floor as well as field operations. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

Travel throughout the United States and Canada while operating newer equipment and enjoy being home most weekends.  The Over the Road Driver position is responsible for the delivery of our stainless steel products directly to our customers.  This position is responsible for safe loading and unloading of the product as well as securing loads for travel.  The Over the Road Driver must comply with all safety and transportation rules and regulations for all of North America and Canada established by the Department of Transportation. 

 Essential Job Functions

• Long distance driving with oversized loads throughout North America and Canada.
• Assist with loading and unloading equipment and product as needed.
• Ensure all loads are secure utilizing chains, straps, tarps, etc.
• Assist with assembling and disassembling trailers as needed.
• Communicate with customer 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 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules and regulations.
• Must maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness & safe manner.

 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• 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.

 Education and Experience

2 years of over the road experience within the last 5 years is preferred. 

Drivers with less than 2 years of over the road experience will be considered. 

Base Comp: Based on practical miles                                                                                      $0.75/mile

Oversize Loads                                                                                                                            $0.12/mile

Super loads (One-Way Trip):                                                                                                      $600/day

• Based on State of Missouri super load classification                             
• Hotels paid while under load 
• Return Trip per mileage standard (non-super load)

Stop Pay (per stop after 1^st stop)                                                                                                 $30.00

Tarp Pay (Unless tarped and un-tarped by others)                                                                      $50.00/load

Trailer rigging:  Talbert tank trailers                                                                                             $75.00

Hourly Pay Work                                                                                                                          $25.00/hr.

• Yard Work
• Stand By/Layover Pay                                                                                                                                      
  • If load/unload is not complete within 2 hours of scheduled arrival time, stand by time begins after 2 hours.

-       Stand By/Layover paid at a maximum of 10 hours.       

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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. 

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Cost Accounting Manager has key responsibilities of managing the cost accounting department by overseeing the Cost Accountants and ensuring that company policies / process relating to costing and inventory are in alignment with Generally Acceptance Accounting Principles (GAAP). 

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for coaching, teaching, and supervision of assigned personnel.
• Responsible for effective employee relations. Initiates and is proactive with employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through identifying problems and resolutions. 
• Provide on-site leadership for team by building and motivating team members to meet goals while adhering to their responsibilities.  
• Responsible for the performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports while collaborating with Human Resources.
• Maintain knowledge of current US GAAP guidance in relation to cost accounting and inventory valuation and update internal processes and procedures to comply as necessary.
• Implement and maintain accounting procedures to comply with internal control requirements to ensure appropriate internal control processes and procedures are in place and adequate.
• Partner with and support the General Managers / Business Unit Managers in their initiatives providing thought leadership as it relates to operational efficiencies and success while maintaining compliance with GAAP.
• Oversee and have responsibility for the daily operations of the cost accounting department including inventory and work-in-process (WIP) valuations, manufacturing variance analysis, reviewing and approving daily sales update batches, and intercompany orders management.
• Serve as the primary accounting authority for the company’s revenue recognition practices under US GAAP (ASC 606), providing guidance and direction on appropriate treatment of customer contracts, equipment sales, and service components including determination of method of recognition.   
• Oversee and manage the monthly responsibilities of the cost accounting department including profit recognition, net realizable value (NRV) analysis, construction-in-process (CIP) entries, calculation of company backlog, intercompany eliminations, and warranty reserves analysis.
• Oversee and be ultimately responsible for monitoring and reconciling inventory work completed by the Cost Accountants.
• Work with the Financial Analyst(s) and the business unit managers during the quarterly analysis of labor and burden rates to finalize appropriate rates and ensure correct updates are made in the system.
• Oversee the quarterly calculation and analysis of LIFO inventory value and update company reserve.
• Collaborate with the business unit managers and executive managers to review and evaluate slow-moving inventory levels and oversee quarterly reserve updates as necessary . 
• Review the monthly journal entries of the Cost Accounting team and validate monthly / quarterly / yearly reconciliations of the cost accounting / inventory accounts and resolve discrepancies as they are discovered. 
• Effectively manage the cost accounting schedule during the month-end close process and continually work towards timeline improvement.
• Responsible for validating the Dutch GAAP to US GAAP translation adjustments within the financial reporting package provided by the foreign subsidiary, Mueller BV, as it relates to revenue recognition, costing methods and inventory.
• Guide and direct the cost accounting personnel during the interim and year-end audits as various deliverables are required as well as assist with responses to analytical questions asked by the third-party auditors.
• Continuously evaluate process-improvement opportunities within the cost accounting department as well as actively seeking opportunities to improve cost accounting interaction with the business units to improve overall company efficiency and accuracy. 
• Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Thorough knowledge of US GAAP
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interpret and analyze accounting standards to facilitate decisions through ambiguity and complexity.
• Ability to execute and follow-through to completion and documentation.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate procedures and work processes and to exercise appropriate

judgment in establishing priorities and work methods.

• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Aptitude for customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office, JD Edwards and Data Access Studio.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required; Other Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years’ relevant experience will be considered.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred.
• Cost Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of JD Edwards preferred.

Base Compensation Range: $79,949 - $125,049 annually

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Professional office environment with some time spent in the manufacturing area.  Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

Co-workers in this classification are required to have an advanced understanding and competency in stainless steel welding and grinding operations and blue print reading. Must be able to pass our Craftsman test.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform difficult and unusual manual and machine welding operations in all positions, including layout and fit up
•  Shape, cut or form metal to fabricate complex parts using press brake, shear, roll, dishing machine, flanging equipment and various forming equipment.  Layout, locate and mark bending lines, construct templates and patterns
•  Set up or assist lower classifications in setting up machines
•  Operate mobile crane equipment with the capacity of greater than 20,000 lbs. and directs the rigging and hoisting of equipment
•  Finish grinding where grade and type of abrasive must be determined. Finish and compliance to specifications are critical
•  Perform other duties requiring similar skills and abilities as assigned
•  Guide and train other employees in any classification to improve their skills and perpetuate the trade

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies), Education

• Requires considerable skills to fuse dissimilar metals, maximize weld strength, avoid distortion and conform to exacting tolerances and specifications. Must obtain and maintain ASME certifications 
•  Layout, locate and mark bending lines, construct templates and patterns
•  Knowledgeable in physical properties of metal, effects of heat, allowances for thickness, weld shrinkage and welding techniques
•  Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches or other specifications with a high degree of proficiency and little or no supervision or direction. 
• Knowledge of product, mechanics, shop mathematics, shop processes and procedures is essential
•  Knowledge of abrasives, conditions of metal and finish are critical

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 
• Basic Blueprint reading, basic welding and basic grinding

Base Compensation Range: $23.45 - $25.20 per hour 

Shift Differential: $2.00 per hour 

Variable Compensation Range:  Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, handle, grasp or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 

Additional effort requirements consist of, but are not limited to, lifting, pushing and pulling material, stairs, and ladders. When there is an occasion to move heavy material greater than 50 pounds, the operator will request assistance from another operator, or utilize provided lifting equipment.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Designer I position is an entry level position that performs design work for a single large-scope project or several smaller-scope projects simultaneously. 

Essential Job Functions

• Convert project information (e.g., specifications, general sales order information, data sheets, etc.) into drawings and other documentation that manufacturing uses to produce a product.
• Identify deviations in job scope, estimate the magnitude of changes, and notify the appropriate parties.
• Assure that design continuity is maintained throughout the entire project.
• Ensure written and verbal communication is maintained within engineering and with other design and engineering disciplines.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of drawings by reviewing and verifying technical data and calculations consistent with design quality control procedures.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date project files and project status communication.
• Adhere to company standards and industry best practices for drafting and design.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project discussions and brainstorming sessions.
• Leverage knowledge of Designer II regarding design details, modeling practices, drawing development, design for quality, and design for manufacturing and assembly.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and the personal interactive nature of this position
• Overtime may be necessary and required and is dependent on workload.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Foundational knowledge of engineering principles and techniques.
• Foundational knowledge of various fabrication methods and installation procedures.
• A broad understanding of a wide spectrum of materials, their characteristics, and their tolerances and limitations.
• A general understanding of the operation of various mechanical systems.
• Strong AutoCAD and Inventor skills.
• Must be able to work on multiple tasks with little supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Shows initiative to perform duties beyond assignment-specific duties.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office.

Education and Experience

• Associates Degree in design, drafting or similar degree program with 0-2 years of design experience in pressure vessels, fluid handling systems, or similar industries experience is preferred. 
• Absence of degree will be considered with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience required. 

Base Compensation Range: $25.94 - $38.91 per hour 

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Professional office environment with some time spent in a manufacturing shop. Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.). Frequent presence on the manufacturing floor as well as field operations. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. 

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

We are currently searching for a Fabricator for our Springfield MO Facility.  Co-workers in this classification have a basic understanding and competency in stainless steel welding and grinding operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Operates mobile crane equipment with the capacity of less than 20,000 lbs. and directs the rigging and hoisting of equipment
• Set up and operate machines to make production parts to standard shop blueprints
• Perform ordinary manual welding, grinding and cutting operations in all positions
• Grind where grade and type of abrasives must be determined by others
• Quarter heads and shells for fit-up and determine degrees and location of fittings and nozzles
• Paint where finish or compliance to specifications are critical
• Operate spray foam insulating and sandblast equipment
• Perform tinning and complex soldering operations
• Operate spot and seam resistance welding equipment
• Set up and operate machines that require minimal skills and experience, such as presses, shears, saws, punches, etc.
• Assemble motor controls and perform three-phase wiring requiring a working knowledge of ladder diagram logics
• Coordinate various warehouse activities involving receiving, special order and inventory
• Perform other duties requiring similar skills and abilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Knowledge in blocking, clamping and holding parts to avoid distortion and conform with normal shop tolerances and specifications
• Basic knowledge of abrasives, conditions of metal and finish are necessary
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches and other specifications with proficiency

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.  Basic Blueprint reading, basic welding and basic grinding

Base Compensation Range: $19.00 - $20.80 per hour 

Shift Differential: $2.00 per hour 

Variable Compensation Range:  Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, handle, grasp or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 

Additional effort requirements consist of, but are not limited to, lifting, pushing and pulling material, stairs, and ladders. When there is an occasion to move heavy material greater than 50 pounds, the operator will request assistance from another operator, or utilize provided lifting equipment.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

We are currently searching for a Fabricator Grinder for our Springfield MO Facility.  Co-workers in this classification have a basic understanding and competency in stainless steel welding and grinding operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Operates mobile crane equipment with the capacity of less than 20,000 lbs. and directs the rigging and hoisting of equipment
• Set up and operate machines to make production parts to standard shop blueprints
• Perform ordinary manual welding, grinding and cutting operations in all positions
• Grind where grade and type of abrasives must be determined by others
• Quarter heads and shells for fit-up and determine degrees and location of fittings and nozzles
• Paint where finish or compliance to specifications are critical
• Operate spray foam insulating and sandblast equipment
• Perform tinning and complex soldering operations
• Operate spot and seam resistance welding equipment
• Set up and operate machines that require minimal skills and experience, such as presses, shears, saws, punches, etc.
• Assemble motor controls and perform three-phase wiring requiring a working knowledge of ladder diagram logics
• Coordinate various warehouse activities involving receiving, special order and inventory
• Perform other duties requiring similar skills and abilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Knowledge in blocking, clamping and holding parts to avoid distortion and conform with normal shop tolerances and specifications
• Basic knowledge of abrasives, conditions of metal and finish are necessary
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches and other specifications with proficiency

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.  Basic Blueprint reading, basic welding and basic grinding

Base Compensation Range: $21.38 - $23.00 per hour 

Shift Differential: $2.00 per hour 

Variable Compensation Range:  Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, handle, grasp or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 

Additional effort requirements consist of, but are not limited to, lifting, pushing and pulling material, stairs, and ladders. When there is an occasion to move heavy material greater than 50 pounds, the operator will request assistance from another operator, or utilize provided lifting equipment.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

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Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Lead Engineer provides guidance and direction on process and structural engineering analysis, calculations and design of all specialized and Engineered to Order (ETO) products.

This position will oversee all project direction from an engineering perspective as well as analyze and provide solutions to challenges. This position will provide guidance and training to all other engineers throughout the organization.  The Lead Engineer supervises, supports, trains and develops other engineers or technically disciplined coworkers.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for coaching, teaching, and supervision of assigned personnel.
• Responsible for effective employee relations. Initiates and is proactive with employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through identifying problems and resolutions. 
• Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals while adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.  
• Responsible for the performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports while collaborating with Human Resources.
• Responsible for building and maintaining business relationships, which includes working with all levels of the organization.
• Work cross-functionally with others and lead meetings to determine needs, evaluate project progress, troubleshoot challenges, and execute according to the assigned to project.   
• Assess current team capabilities and identify skill gaps. Lead the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of engineering personnel to meet project demands. Provide mentorship, training, development, and succession planning for engineering staff.
• Provide mechanical engineering analysis and specification (e.g. process, structural).
• Performs and/or monitors the preparation of design output (e.g. drawings, datasheets, specs.).
• Performs and/or monitors the review of design output to assure project requirements are fulfilled.
• Performs and/or monitor the preparation and quality of engineering output (e.g. ASME calculation reports, support reactions, process estimates, specifications).
• Develop and communicate plans for project execution.
• Establish and maintain document control procedures.
• Oversee transition and assignment of new projects to direct reports.
• Support and troubleshoot assembly and testing processes as they relate to design manufacturability and functionality. 
• Provide timely resolution to issues related to process, design and/or structural engineering throughout the production process.
• Provide advanced process, design and structural support throughout the production processes as needed.
• Collaborate with other professional disciplines throughout the business on technical inquires and needs.
• Drive and execute continuous improvement ideas and projects to improve efficiencies, improve manufacturability and reduce rework. 
• Provide strategic direction for engineering projects, ensuring that solutions are innovative, scalable, and aligned with industry best practices.
• Support a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering team. Stay updated with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies to maintain the company's competitive edge.
• Provide training to direct personnel and customers as needed. 
• Travel including international, could be up to 15% as required by the project or other needs.
• Perform other duties and take on other responsibilities as required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license. 
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Leadership skills to lead, develop, and coach others in a proactive manner.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for employee selection, development, and training.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask with little supervision and thrive in a timeline-driven environment
• Exceptional work ethics and initiative, ensuring all task are followed through in a fast‐paced and diversified work environment
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Exceptional organization and planning skills.
• Exceptional technical customer service skills.
• Advanced experience in heat transfer analysis, fluid mechanics, and process system design as applicable.
• Experience with beverage processing equipment design as applicable.
• Experience with agitation processes, design and/or process design with skidded systems as applicable.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other structural analysis software (e.g. Compress) as applicable.
• Advanced experience with AutoCAD and Inventor as applicable.
• Advanced knowledge of relevant standards (e.g. ASME) as applicable.
• Knowledge of estimating, construction costs, scheduling, purchasing, engineering principles and techniques, and various construction methods and installation procedures
• Broad understanding of a wide spectrum of materials, their characteristics, tolerances and limitations.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or similar degree program is required. 
• Professional Engineering License is required.
• Obtain and maintain a Certificate of Engineer of Responsible Charge per ASME Section VIII Division 1 for two or more scope activities as applicable.
• Minimum of seven (7) or more years of experience in a process and structural engineering related field is required.

Base Compensation Range: $121,990 - $208,667 annually 

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Professional office environment with some time spent in a manufacturing shop. Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.). Frequent presence on the manufacturing floor as well as field operations. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. 

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

We are currently looking for a Machinist to join our team.  
Employees in this classification have a basic understanding and competency in machine shop operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Program, setup and operate CNC and/or manual machine tools
• Ability to machine surfaces within .005" consistently
• Plan the sequence of cutting and finishing on routine projects
• Inspect parts to specifications on drawings using employee owned measuring tools
• Read and understand basic measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, depth gages, tape measures, etc.
• Safe powered industrial truck operation
• Overhead crane operation to load and unload material

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies), Education

• Ability to review and understand drawings, specifications and tolerances
• Basic math skills. Fraction to decimal conversion used regularly
• Basic computer skills

Education and Experience

• HS diploma or GED equivalent preferred

Base Compensation Range: $22.25 - $26.25 per hour 

Shift Differential: 10% 

Variable Compensation Range:  Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, handle, grasp or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Additional effort requirements consist of, but are not limited to, lifting, pushing and pulling material, stairs, and ladders. When there is an occasion to move heavy material greater than 50 pounds, the operator will request assistance from another operator, or utilize provided lifting equipment.

 

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Maintenance Specialist works as part of a team performing preventative maintenance and mechanical or electrical repairs on machinery, and vehicle or facility repairs. 

Essential Job Functions

• Perform regular preventative maintenance. 
• Maintain housekeeping of maintenance area and work site areas. 
• Perform repairs on machinery, vehicles, or facility as required. 
• Determine degree of damage to item to be repaired. Disassemble item and list parts necessary for repair. 
• Replace parts and repair any defective metal parts which need welding.
• Operate equipment to verify safe, effective repair.
• Design fixtures, tooling and fixtures as required to meet custom needs
• Repair hand tools - production tools and maintenance tools.
• Troubleshoot and repair defective mechanical or electrical parts.
• Install equipment - both new and existing where new plant layouts are needed.
• Coordinate with area supervisors regarding work which is being conducted on equipment which might impact safety and/or production.
• All other duties as assigned. 
• Maintain and operate overhead cranes. 
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.
• Overtime is a mandatory condition of employment and frequent in this position.

• Complete tasks, work orders, and projects as assigned and regularly meets deadlines.     
• Use of hand tools and machinery is required to maintain equipment and buildings
• Troubleshoot and repair all electrical and mechanical problems plant wide
• Must maintain arc flash and LOTO training. 
• Driver’s license required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Ability to work with and around moving equipment/machines.
• Ability to take initiative to develop outside-the-box ideas.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels as well as external vendors.

• Ability to use critical thinking skills for troubleshooting issues.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-starter and goal oriented.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Must be able to read manuals and technical documents. 
• Must be able to operate powered industrial vehicles and aerial lifts and maintain license. 
• Basic machine knowledge.
• OSHA 10 preferred.

• Ability to use a computer and efficiently utilize platforms such as Microsoft Office. 

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three to five years’ previous experience in manufacturing, maintenance, and/or electrical required. 
• All requirements for the Maintenance Specialist position must be completed within two year of entry into the Maintenance Specialist position.

Base Compensation Range: $25.80 - $29.25 per hour 

Shift Differential: 10% 

Variable Compensation Range:  Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, handle, grasp or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 

Additional effort requirements consist of, but are not limited to, lifting, pushing and pulling material, stairs, and ladders. When there is an occasion to move heavy material greater than 50 pounds, the operator will request assistance from another operator, or utilize provided lifting equipment.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Manufacturing Engineer I is responsible for developing, designing, implementing and managing tooling, processes and procedures. This position will train all personnel on improvements or implementation of tooling, processes and procedures. This position is responsible for managing one or more projects that may include large capital expenditures or cost saving initiatives that positively impact safety, maintenance, quality, on time delivery (OTD), efficiency and inventory. The Manufacturing Engineer will support manufacturing for all types of continuous improvement activities and may also participate on or co-lead continuous improvement events. This position will also assist in the execution of Engineered to Order (ETO) sold projects as they are shared between design and manufacturing processes. 

Essential Job Functions

• Design, justify, implement and manage capital projects including machine and fixturing purchases, shop floor layout designs, material handling equipment, product troubleshooting, etc. 
• Develop training materials and train all personnel on improved or new tooling, machines, processes and procedures.
• Create and execute improvements to achieve goals established in Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). 
• Utilize scorecard performance and key metrics to prioritize efforts on tasks and projects. 
• Use real-time problem-solving tools to implement root cause solutions surrounding safety, quality, OTD, productivity, efficiency, cost savings, etc. 
• Support new product development and ETO projects ensuring successful manufacturability. 
• Implement and maintain 5S and housekeeping efforts throughout manufacturing and in collaboration with direct personnel.

• Collaborate with the hourly production coworkers to improve their daily work as needed or required.
• Collaborate and build relationship with Planners and Engineering to maintain routers in JDE to support accurate costing and profitability.
• Collaborate and build relationships with other professional disciplines throughout the business on technical inquiries and needs. 

• Collaborate and build relationships with sales and marketing to develop new product offerings in a research and development capacity. 
• Provide training and guidance to other Manufacturing Engineering Technicians as needed.
• Leverage knowledge of Manufacturing Engineer II in regards to design methodology, skills, and tools.

• Travel including international, could be up to 15% as required by the project or other needs.

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Metal forming, welding, grinding, machining, manufacturing, including general CAM and/or layout experience.
• Must have a thorough understanding of drafting and knowledge of engineering principals and techniques including various sheet metal fabrication processes and installation procedures
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing knowledge or related concepts. 

• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively in a constantly changing and time sensitive environment while prioritizing multiple tasks in parallel.

• Excellent communication skills both orally and written with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
• Self-starter and goal oriented who will aggressively pursue successful resolution of safety risks in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively with a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office. AutoCAD experience required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or similar degree program is required.

One (1) to three (3) years related experience preferred.

Base Compensation Range: $59,159 - $88,739 annually 

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Professional office environment with some time spent in a manufacturing shop. Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.). Frequent presence on the manufacturing floor as well as field operations. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. 

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The National Sales Manager is responsible for directing and overseeing sales policies, objectives and initiatives for a specific business unit. This position is responsible for setting short and long-term sales strategies, evaluating the effectiveness of current sales programs, and recommending product or service enhancements to improve customer satisfaction and sales potential. The National Sales Manager must be familiar with a variety of the business unit’s concepts, practices and policies. Must gain and maintain extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish sales and profitability goals. Additionally, this position is responsible for leading and directing the work of the Regional Sales Managers and understanding what motivates customers to buy and know how to tap into those needs and desires in an effective way.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for coaching, teaching, and supervision of assigned personnel.
  • Responsible for effective employee relations. Initiates and is proactive with employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through identifying problems and resolutions. 
  • Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals while adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.  
  • Responsible for the performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports while collaborating with Human Resources.
  • Responsible for building and maintaining business relationships at all levels and organizations.
• Responsive to questions and assist with resolving issues brought forth by the sales staff.
• Collaborate with entire business unit team through support of processes and procedures as needed.
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Participate in Open Book Management activities.
• Determines customers' needs and desires by specifying the research needed to obtain market information and analyses; answering questions and requests.
• Oversee national sales, promotions, collections and other activities to achieve sales target.
• Build positive working relationship with existing clients for repeat business.
• Identify and contact potential customers for new business opportunities and new markets.
• Participate in sales conferences, industry meetings, and social networks to represent company’s brand.
• Interact with sales team to develop sales plans and strategies.
• Coordinate with sales team to plan promotional activities, trade shows and special events.
• Enhance Mueller’s brand and reputation in the market to be the premier brand of choice through considerable presence at all events and strategic business development of new markets and strategies.
• Assist with preparing annual budgets, schedule expenditures, analyze variances, and initiating corrective actions.
• Provides information for management by preparing short-term and long-term sales forecasts and special reports.
• Develop creative sales technique and tactics to meet business goals.
• Understand client needs and issues and provide appropriate sales solutions in a timely manner.
• Regularly review and recruit new customers through collaboration with the Regional Sales Managers.
• Prepare sales contracts, proposals, and reports for management and customers.
• Develop sales presentations as required.
• Obtain product market share to develop sales strategies.
• Maintain sales management and reporting tools to achieve business objectives.
• Coordinate with management to develop sales plan, budget, and schedule.
• Assist with product pricing by utilizing market research data, reviewing production and sales costs, anticipating volume, costing special and customized orders.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks.
• Up to 60% domestic travel is expected, with minimal international travel.
• Oversees transition of project team members to new projects.
• Ensures lessons learned applied to future efforts.
  • Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Leadership skills to lead, develop, and coach others in a proactive manner.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for employee selection, development, and training. 
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Interpersonal communication skills with expertise in distilling complicated topics to a broader audience.
• Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office and knowledge of CRM software and other appropriate software platforms.
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment.
• An ability to understand and analyze sales performance metrics.
• Solid customer service attitude with excellent negotiation skills.
• Analytical skills with a problem-solving attitude.

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree required in area of specialty.
• A minimum of five years related experience is required for this position.

Base Compensation Range: $102,568 - $166,507 annually

Variable Commission Plan: Competitive annual plan with quarterly payout

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance.

 Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

 WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Professional office environment with some time spent in the manufacturing area.  Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Production Supervisor position plans and directs all manufacturing duties for a business unit including the direct supervision of hourly employees.  This position is responsible for the safety of their team and quality and efficiencies of the product.  The Production Supervisor plans and assigns work, enforces company policies and procedures, drives continuous improvement, and mentors and develops hourly employees. 

 Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for coaching, teaching, and supervision of assigned personnel.
• Responsible for effective employee relations. Initiates and is proactive with employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through identifying problems and resolutions. 
• Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals while adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones. 
• Responsible for the performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports while collaborating with Human Resources.
• Responsible for building and maintaining business relationships, which includes working with all levels and organizations of the company to maintain and provide status of key projects.
• Manages manufacturing product line staff including monitoring, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and appraising job performance. 
• Promote a culture that emphasizes safety for all activities.  In the case of a safety incident or injury, perform investigations and execute corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Inform and train hourly employees on required safety topics, processes, and procedures. 
• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. 
• Complete timekeeping, absenteeism, and attendance related corrective actions in a timely manner. 
• Organize, prioritize, plan and establish work schedules, assignments, & production sequences to meet. 
• Define and drive continuous improvement in area to improve business results and process repeatability. 
• Manage and maintain housekeeping and 5S. 
• Create and manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). 
• Communicate with Planning daily to ensure adequate maintenance of proper inventory levels, delivery schedules, and production needs to successfully achieve the project schedule. 
• Assist with managing product line financials including participation in Open Book Management.
• Collaborate with other supervisors to coordinate operations and labor activities between product lines as necessary.
• Ensure lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.
• Perform other related duties, as needed and assigned, including backup for other department personnel, to ensure support of the production plan.

 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Leadership skills to lead, develop, and coach others in a proactive manner.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for employee selection, development, and training.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Experience with technologies and best practices across multiple platforms.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively, prioritize and multitask in a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
• Ability to work independently or in a team with demonstration of excellent leadership skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to analyze difficult situations and react in a timely manner.
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office, ERP systems, JDE, Project Management, CRM systems, and scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Self-starter and goal oriented who will aggressively pursue order management issues for successful resolution in a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills and organization skills with a mechanical aptitude that allows for effective communication of the product to our customers.
• Possess a working knowledge of master scheduling of a finished product with multiple levels of processes required to reach the finished stage.
• Possess a working knowledge of engineering prints and manufacturing capacity to effectively determine need dates for components.
• Knowledge of the master data that drives forecasting, planning, scheduling, and shipping within an ERP system.

 Education and Experience

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Materials Management or other degree fields are preferred.  High School Diploma required. 
• A minimum of three (3) years related experience in manufacturing or production is required for this position.

Base Compensation Range: $59,159 - $88,739 annually

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

 Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Manufacturing shop environment. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Production Supervisor position plans and directs all manufacturing duties for a business unit including the direct supervision of hourly employees.  This position is responsible for the safety of their team and quality and efficiencies of the product.  The Production Supervisor plans and assigns work, enforces company policies and procedures, drives continuous improvement, and mentors and develops hourly employees. 

 Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for coaching, teaching, and supervision of assigned personnel.
• Responsible for effective employee relations. Initiates and is proactive with employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through identifying problems and resolutions. 
• Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals while adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones. 
• Responsible for the performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports while collaborating with Human Resources.
• Responsible for building and maintaining business relationships, which includes working with all levels and organizations of the company to maintain and provide status of key projects.
• Manages manufacturing product line staff including monitoring, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and appraising job performance. 
• Promote a culture that emphasizes safety for all activities.  In the case of a safety incident or injury, perform investigations and execute corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Inform and train hourly employees on required safety topics, processes, and procedures. 
• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. 
• Complete timekeeping, absenteeism, and attendance related corrective actions in a timely manner. 
• Organize, prioritize, plan and establish work schedules, assignments, & production sequences to meet. 
• Define and drive continuous improvement in area to improve business results and process repeatability. 
• Manage and maintain housekeeping and 5S. 
• Create and manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). 
• Communicate with Planning daily to ensure adequate maintenance of proper inventory levels, delivery schedules, and production needs to successfully achieve the project schedule. 
• Assist with managing product line financials including participation in Open Book Management.
• Collaborate with other supervisors to coordinate operations and labor activities between product lines as necessary.
• Ensure lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.
• Perform other related duties, as needed and assigned, including backup for other department personnel, to ensure support of the production plan.

 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Leadership skills to lead, develop, and coach others in a proactive manner.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for employee selection, development, and training.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Experience with technologies and best practices across multiple platforms.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively, prioritize and multitask in a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
• Ability to work independently or in a team with demonstration of excellent leadership skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to analyze difficult situations and react in a timely manner.
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office, ERP systems, JDE, Project Management, CRM systems, and scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Self-starter and goal oriented who will aggressively pursue order management issues for successful resolution in a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills and organization skills with a mechanical aptitude that allows for effective communication of the product to our customers.
• Possess a working knowledge of master scheduling of a finished product with multiple levels of processes required to reach the finished stage.
• Possess a working knowledge of engineering prints and manufacturing capacity to effectively determine need dates for components.
• Knowledge of the master data that drives forecasting, planning, scheduling, and shipping within an ERP system.

 Education and Experience

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Materials Management or other degree fields are preferred.  High School Diploma required. 
• A minimum of three (3) years related experience in manufacturing or production is required for this position.

Base Compensation Range: $59,159 - $88,739 annually

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

 Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Manufacturing shop environment. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Production Supervisor position plans and directs all manufacturing duties for a business unit including the direct supervision of hourly employees.  This position is responsible for the safety of their team and quality and efficiencies of the product.  The Production Supervisor plans and assigns work, enforces company policies and procedures, drives continuous improvement, and mentors and develops hourly employees. 

 Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for coaching, teaching, and supervision of assigned personnel.
• Responsible for effective employee relations. Initiates and is proactive with employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through identifying problems and resolutions. 
• Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals while adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones. 
• Responsible for the performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports while collaborating with Human Resources.
• Responsible for building and maintaining business relationships, which includes working with all levels and organizations of the company to maintain and provide status of key projects.
• Manages manufacturing product line staff including monitoring, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and appraising job performance. 
• Promote a culture that emphasizes safety for all activities.  In the case of a safety incident or injury, perform investigations and execute corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Inform and train hourly employees on required safety topics, processes, and procedures. 
• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. 
• Complete timekeeping, absenteeism, and attendance related corrective actions in a timely manner. 
• Organize, prioritize, plan and establish work schedules, assignments, & production sequences to meet. 
• Define and drive continuous improvement in area to improve business results and process repeatability. 
• Manage and maintain housekeeping and 5S. 
• Create and manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls and Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s). 
• Communicate with Planning daily to ensure adequate maintenance of proper inventory levels, delivery schedules, and production needs to successfully achieve the project schedule. 
• Assist with managing product line financials including participation in Open Book Management.
• Collaborate with other supervisors to coordinate operations and labor activities between product lines as necessary.
• Ensure lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.
• Perform other related duties, as needed and assigned, including backup for other department personnel, to ensure support of the production plan.

 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Leadership skills to lead, develop, and coach others in a proactive manner.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for employee selection, development, and training.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Experience with technologies and best practices across multiple platforms.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively, prioritize and multitask in a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
• Ability to work independently or in a team with demonstration of excellent leadership skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to analyze difficult situations and react in a timely manner.
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office, ERP systems, JDE, Project Management, CRM systems, and scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Self-starter and goal oriented who will aggressively pursue order management issues for successful resolution in a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills and organization skills with a mechanical aptitude that allows for effective communication of the product to our customers.
• Possess a working knowledge of master scheduling of a finished product with multiple levels of processes required to reach the finished stage.
• Possess a working knowledge of engineering prints and manufacturing capacity to effectively determine need dates for components.
• Knowledge of the master data that drives forecasting, planning, scheduling, and shipping within an ERP system.

 Education and Experience

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Materials Management or other degree fields are preferred.  High School Diploma required. 
• A minimum of three (3) years related experience in manufacturing or production is required for this position.

Base Compensation Range: $59,159 - $88,739 annually

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

 Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Manufacturing shop environment. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

We are currently searching for a Production Employee for our Springfield MO Facility.  Co-workers in this classification are required to have an entry level knowledge of ordinary manufacturing operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist Craftsmen, Fabricators and other Production Workers as required
• Operates equipment (rolls, shears, brakes, forming equipment, etc.) that is repetitive in nature, requires minimal or routine set up, or set up is performed by someone else
• Perform routine painting where finish or compliance to specifications are not critical
• Prepare parts and equipment for shipment by packing, boxing, crating and loading
• Build, assemble, test and repair Components, Subassemblies and Assemblies, etc.
• Cuts up scrap using equipment such as shears, manual Plasma cutters, ironworkers, etc.
• Tack and flat welds (non-ASME)
• Perform calibration of vessels
• Grind, deburr, bevel and otherwise prepare edges or surfaces of material
• Quarter heads and shell
• Perform all shipping, receiving and warehouse functions
• Operate trucks under three tons, tractors and fork-trucks
• Basic computer use limited to locating and issuing parts
• Proficient in performing various jobs within the scope of standard products, such as, but not limited to, piping, electrical, repair work, fabricating, performing general welding and finishing operations, minor maintenance, painting, and sand blast
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Perform other duties requiring similar skills and abilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Ability to read a tape measure
• Basic blueprint reading knowledge
• Basic math skills

Education and Experience

• HS diploma or GED equivalent preferred. 

Base Compensation Range: $16.41 - $18.10 per hour 

Shift Differential: $2.00 per hour 

Variable Compensation Range:  Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, handle, grasp or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 

Additional effort requirements consist of, but are not limited to, lifting, pushing and pulling material, stairs, and ladders. When there is an occasion to move heavy material greater than 50 pounds, the operator will request assistance from another operator, or utilize provided lifting equipment.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Quality Control Inspector position ensures that the products manufactured by Paul Mueller Company meet the required specifications as directed by company policy, the customer, jurisdictional authority or a combination.  This position compares our products to the appropriate specification(s) and/or standard(s) and operates within the limits of company policy and authority delegated by the Quality Assurance Manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop and complete travelers, draft data reports, weld records, and other related project documentation.
• Complete and document product inspections and walk-down forms.
• Communicate schedule requirements to the Al to ensure data reports are complete on time.
• Confirm with manufacturing supervisor that required special testing or documentation is being completed.
• Work with the customer's inspection team during FAT as needed.
• Verify that the required standards of quality are maintained for the product involved.
• Ensure lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.
• Overtime may be necessary and required and is dependent on workload. 
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Experience with ASME Code, Section VIII, Division I or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to read and understand manufacturing drawings.
• Experience and knowledge of various NDE methods and techniques.
• Must be able to work on multiple tasks with little supervision in an organized manner and fast paced environment.
• Show initiative to perform duties beyond assignment-specific duties.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office and email.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent required. 
• Minimum of one (1) year weld inspection experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of various fabrication methods and installation procedures; a broad understanding of materials, how to navigate the applicable material specification for characteristics and their tolerances and limitations; and a general understanding of manufacturing equipment and systems

Base Compensation Range: $20.13 - $30.20 per hour 

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Professional office environment with some time spent in a manufacturing shop. Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.). Frequent presence on the manufacturing floor as well as field operations. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. 

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Research and Product Development Manager is pivotal in propelling the Company’s innovation and maintaining a competitive edge.  This position will drive innovation and growth within the organization through creating and implementing strategies for new product development.  This position is responsible for identifying, leading and managing the research and development (R&D) initiatives that align with business goals, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet high standards of quality and performance.  The Research and Product Development Manager is fully responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of new products and services as well as managing the R&D team. Additionally, this role is fully responsible for existing product enhancements and driving existing products into new markets. 

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for coaching, teaching, and supervision of assigned personnel.
• Responsible for effective employee relations. Initiates and is proactive with employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through identifying problems and resolutions.  
• Provide on-site leadership for the project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals while adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.  
• Responsible for the performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports while collaborating with Human Resources.
• Responsible for building and maintaining business relationships, which includes working with all levels and organizations of the company.
• Ongoing research of current market segments and potential new market segments to understand the market needs and opportunities. with the goal of determining complementary products or acquisitions that will provide growth.
• Complete Voice of the Customer (VOC) to understand our markets and the company's largest opportunities. 
• Responsible for setting priorities and implementing new products. 
• Utilize the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to collaborate with customers and understand their desires and needs as they pertain to new products, markets and services.
• Develop and implement R&D strategies and initiatives with each business unit through understanding market, customer and business unit desires, needs and goals.
• Recommend R&D opportunities and strategies to the business units through presentation of impact, scope, cost, return on investment and potential timeline. 
• Monitor and analyze industry trends to continuously identify opportunities for innovation.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and methodologies. 
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Work cross-functionally with others and lead meetings to determine objectives, track progress, troubleshoot challenges, and execute deliverables.   
• Identify and analyze risks and inefficiencies and actively seek out opportunities to troubleshoot and resolve.  Communicate plan to management.
• Develop and implement plans to document project scope, schedule, tasks, risk management, and reports to communicate progress to the organization.
• Create visual processes and tools to track project progress, challenges, and timing.
• Identify and coordinate resource needs cross-functionally within the organization as needed. 
• Collaborate with the business unit to set-up new product, pricing, standard, etc. in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Collaborate and support operational engineering and manufacturing on all new product, technology, and service launches to ensure manufacturability and operational success.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing on introducing and marketing new products, technologies, services, etc. through an integrated plan. 
• Collaborate with the business unit to Safe Operating Procedures (SOP’s), drawings, calculations, etc. for operations, and sales of new products and product enhancements. 
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to determine product pricing, production and sales costs, volume and distribution.
• Create and foster a cross functional culture of creativity, collaboration and continuous learning.
• Complete post-project lessons learned and drive continuous improvement on processes and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement in product quality and performance.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Manage the R&D budget and allocate resources effectively.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to the necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• US and International travel up to 15-25% as required by projects and research.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Leadership skills to lead, develop, and coach others in a proactive manner.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for employee selection, development, and training. 
• Advanced knowledge of product development, research, analysis, pricing, planning and strategy.
• Advanced knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards. 
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Advanced knowledge and ability to complete data analysis and interpretation.
• Ability to think creatively, innovate, develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
• Ability to read, interpret and create or modify blueprints as required.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Experience with technologies and best practices across multiple platforms.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively, in a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Self-starter and goal oriented who will aggressively pursue product development.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a mechanical aptitude that allows for effective communication.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or similar degree required. 
• Seven (7) to ten (10) years’ experience in research, product development and strategic R&D oversight.

Base Compensation Range: $121,990 - $208,667 annually

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

 Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Manufacturing shop environment. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Supply Chain Coordinator I is responsible for efficiently managing the flow of physical parts within the manufacturing facility to ensure timely fulfillment of production requirements. Key duties include coordinating part routing, optimizing distribution processes, and facilitating material movement to maximize manufacturing efficiency. Collaborating closely with internal supply chain teams, this role expedites work orders, conducts inventory management tasks, and monitors key performance indicators to drive operational excellence.

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinate the routing of physical parts to appropriate distribution centers in accordance with manufacturing specifications.
• Proactively maintain and optimize parts distribution processes to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Facilitate material movement around the facility to ensure efficient use of manufacturing time & space. 
• Collaborate with internal supply chain teams to ensure timely fulfillment of manufacturing needs.
• Expedite and prioritize work orders to meet production demands.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts to reconcile physical and system inventory.
• Assist with inventory management tasks, including adjustments and cycle counting, to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Support internal work order processing.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery and shipment to ensure operational efficiency.
• Actively seek out opportunities for process improvement. 
• Attend and contribute to weekly production meetings.
• Attend and contribute to open book management.
• Ensures lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned, including backup for other business unit personnel, to ensure support of the production plan.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Experience with technologies and best practices across multiple platforms.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively, in a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office, JDE, and a scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6 preferred.
• Knowledge of the master data that drives forecasting, planning, scheduling, and shipping within an ERP system.
• Self-starter and goal oriented.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. 
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.
• Possess a working knowledge of master scheduling with multiple levels of processes required to reach the stage.
• Possess a working knowledge of engineering prints and manufacturing capacity to effectively determine need dates for material. 

Education and Experience

• Associates Degree in Materials Management or similar discipline preferred. Other degree fields and related experience will be considered.
• A minimum of one (1) to three (3) years related experience in manufacturing production forecasting or planning is preferred for this position.

Base Compensation Range: $22.85 - $34.28 per hour 

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 10% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

 Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: 

• 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

Professional office environment with some manufacturing shop environment.  Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.). Frequent presence on the manufacturing floor as well as field operations.  Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.

The Edge is for individuals exploring career options and those who are seeking practical work experience to find their best fit. The Edge is open to individuals who are transitioning through high school, vocational training programs, community colleges, or universities. Participating in The Edge will help students build new skills, work in a professional environment, and make a career choice. 

THE EDGE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 

The Edge Internship Program is open to students currently enrolled in sophomore, junior, or senior college courses. It offers paid employment from May through August with a wide variety of placement opportunities such as Engineering, Marketing, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, etc. If available, the position may provide other employment opportunities throughout the year. 

THE EDGE SUMMER EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM 

The Edge Summer Employment Program offers paid positions from May through August for individuals (at least 17 years of age) who aren’t sure that college is for them or have the desire to bridge semester gaps while attending college. The Edge Summer Employment Program offers placement for entry-level work in manufacturing and office environments. These opportunities provide real-life experience to assist individuals with lifelong readiness and career aspirations. 

When joining Mueller, you will benefit from a team that values a positive culture, prioritizes safety, invites diversity, encourages continuous improvement, and is committed to a world-class customer experience. Come, explore The Edge of possibilities at Paul Mueller Company!

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

If you are interested in applying and need assistance or have questions, please call 417-575-9000.