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.

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.

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 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 Regional Sales Manager is responsible for the promotion and sales of the company’s products, services and systems to the pharmaceutical, biotech, personal care, and bottled water customers in the assigned territory.  Sells direct to customers, but may also manage the sales efforts of select manufacturer’s agents and distributors if assigned to the territory.

Essential Job Functions

• Establish and execute a sales strategy that focuses on value selling to existing accounts and continuous development of new accounts within assigned territory
• Define sales strategies and commercial positions for all proposals 
• Work with home office technical and applications staff to develop final proposals
• Develop closing strategies and manage team-selling activities for proposals
• Conduct technical sales presentations to customers, consultants and contractors
• Attend regional and national industry association meetings and networking events to develop leads for new business
• Manage costs for territory including all travel expenses, trade show spending, and customer give-a-ways
• Attend Sales training as required to develop skillset
• Manage all customer contacts utilizing company’s CRM software management program
• Submit weekly forecasts and quarterly updates to support GM/Business Unit Manager activities and company budget planning
• Support marketing requests for website updates 
• Support GM/Business Unit Manager in high involvement planning bi-annually
• Travel 50-70% of the time both flying and driving with possible international travel with the ability to obtain a passport.
• 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)

• Basic knowledge to review terms and conditions.
• Ability to work within a flexible schedule and hours. 
• Ability to work independently or in a team with the willingness to provide estimating support when needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Self-starter and goal oriented who will aggressively pursue sales order management and new customers.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written with the ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively utilize Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a mechanical aptitude that allows for effective communication of the product to our customers.

  Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Engineering or other related field.

Two to five years’ experience selling engineered products or systems to the pharmaceutical industry is highly desired. 

Water or process industry related sales experience will also be considered.

Base Compensation Range: $63,736 - $99,691 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 Continuous Improvement Engineer position is responsible for observing the general manufacturing working environment, identifying safety risks, and implementing solutions. Ability to drive risk mitigation and prevention is key to this role. May design or suggest design changes for special devices, tools, etc. This position is also responsible for planning, managing and installing these design changes as well as potentially new equipment while avoiding downtime and manufacturing inefficiencies. 

Essential Job Functions

• Identify and analyze safety risks and actively seek out opportunities to troubleshoot and resolve. 
• Execute solutions and lead projects to minimize and eliminate safety risks.
• Lead projects, improvements, and new machine installations through cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop procedures / policies to document safe operation of machinery, tools, or devices.
• Assist with analyzing, purchasing, and commissioning new machines as required to eliminate safety risks.
• Design, purchase, and implement tooling and devices as required to eliminate safety risks.
• Identify and coordinate resource needs cross-functionally within the organization and assist with adding necessary resources.
• Train or coordinate training of new machinery, tools, or devices as required for all levels of the organization. 
• Create and deliver presentations on safety risk reductions and eliminations to promote comprehension as required for all levels of the organization.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• 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.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Leadership skills to lead and coach others in a proactive manner.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively, in a constantly changing environment.
• 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.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.
• 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.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field required. 
• A minimum of five years related experience is required for this position. 

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

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 Staff Engineer is a senior contributor who provides process and structural engineering analysis, calculations and design of specialized and Engineered To Order (ETO) products. This position allows for a wide degree of creativity and latitude to take the lead on high-impact, complex projects.  The Staff Engineer will oversee project direction from an engineering perspective as well as analyze and provide solutions to challenges. This position will provide guidance and training to other engineers throughout the organization.  

Essential Job Functions

• Generate and distribute all process and/or structural discipline engineering information needed to construct and execute a project.
• Effective, frequent interaction with sales, purchasing, estimating, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.
• Review sales orders, specifications, and cost estimates to assure process, design and/or structural output fulfills requirements.
• Prepare design calculations and perform or direct the preparation of drawings and design documents.
• Review all drawings and specifications and ensure they properly relate to the estimate.
• 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/or structural support throughout the production processes as needed.
• Provides training and guidance to Designers and Design Engineers.
• Leverage knowledge of Senior Staff Engineer / Lead Engineer in regards to process, design and/or structural methodology, skills, and tools 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. 
• Take ownership of key projects, leading them from concept to completion. Ensure project milestones are met, issues are resolved, and designs are aligned with scope requirements.
• Support sales and estimating to evaluate customers' technical design requirements and develop a proposed solution during the quoting process.
• Act as a subject matter expert in one or more aspects of design guiding co-workers to solve critical problems.
• Establish and maintain document control procedures.

• 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.
• Ensure lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• Perform 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.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Proficiency with the 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
• Advanced organization and planning skills.
• Advanced technical customer service skills.
• Advanced 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 and/or must be obtained within one (1) year of accepting the position.
• 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 five (5) or more years of experience in a process and structural engineering related field is 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

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.