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: $117,251 - $200,562 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:

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. All types of travel.

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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

We are currently looking for a Designer to join our team.  This position performs design work for a single major project or several minor projects, simultaneously. 

Essential Job Functions

• Converts project information (e.g. specifications, general sales order information, data sheets, etc.) into drawings and other documentation that manufacturing then uses to produce a product.
• Identifies deviations in job scope, estimates magnitude of changes, and notifies the appropriate parties.
• Assures that design continuity is maintained throughout the entire project.
• Ensures communication flow, both verbal and written, is maintained within engineering and with other design and engineering disciplines.
• Executes quality control procedures.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques.
• 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 orally 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 is preferred.  Absence of degree will be considered with minimum of two (2) years’ experience required. 

We offer quality benefit programs that include:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Preventative Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• 401(k) 
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Education Assistance

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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

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: $18.27 - $20.00 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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

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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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

The Industrial Electrician is responsible for installing and repairing complex electrical equipment, automated machines, controls, panels, relays, circuit breakers, communication systems, and alarms. This position may mentor the Senior Maintenance Specialist position.                  

 Essential Job Functions

• Ensure safety by observing the local, state, and national electrical-code regulations.
• Must be able to understand technical documents, such as wiring schematics.
• Strong understanding of VFD’s and PLC’s.
• Perform work on voltage up to 13,200 volts safely.
• Perform complex wiring assignments as needed.
• Install lights, power, electronic, and control circuits as needed.
• 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. 
• Operate equipment to verify safe, effective repair.
• Design 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. 
• 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. 
• Utilize PLC skills to trouble shoot, program, and repair equipment related issues.
• Modify PLC programs to increase machine performance or to change a machines cycle to meet a required design modification.
• Use of hand tools and machinery is required to maintain equipment and buildings.
• Troubleshoot and repair all electrical and mechanical problems plant wide.
• Direct and train others as needed and required. 
• Use of organizational and planning techniques to maximize productivity and efficiency of personnel.
• Performs a lead role in influencing others and shares best practices.
• Must maintain arc flash and LOTO training. 
• Driver’s license required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Ability to effectively train team members in a way that is understood by the trainee. 
• 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.
• Advanced 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. 
• OSHA 10 preferred.
• Must have a strong understanding of the National Electric Code. 
• Ability to use a computer and efficiently utilize platforms such as Microsoft Office.  

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three - five years’ previous experience in manufacturing, maintenance, and/or electrical required. 
• Electrical journeyperson’s license preferred.

Base Compensation Range: $34.90 - $37.50 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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

The IT Business Analyst II is a mid-level position who is responsible for supporting and responding to simple to more complex needs and challenges as they pertain to the company’s JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE) ERP system.  This position will assist users with tickets placed through the IT Help Desk system, research and offer solutions to identified problems, assist in knowledge transfer of JDE functionality, more complex project implementation and management, process documentation, and assist with the implementation of new modules and functionality.  Additionally, this position will be responsible for development of new applications within the JDE system.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for building and maintaining business relationships, which includes working with all levels and organizations of the company to maintain and provide troubleshooting to all users.
• Collaborate with users to understand root cause and assist in troubleshooting problems within the JDE system identified in the IT Help Desk ticket system.
• Independently investigate and manage simple to more complex-scale projects designed to implement new functionality within the JDE system modules.
• Create documentation and train on process, functionality and general knowledge within the JDE system as needed.
• Collaborate with users to learn and document current and future processes.
• Collaborate with users to streamline process flow to drive efficiency and remove unnecessary steps.
• Collaborate with users to assist in process improvement and knowledge transfer of the JDE system.
• Collaborate with IT staff to develop and implement solutions to alleviate redundant efforts and improve overall system functionality to meet the needs of users.
• Collaborate with outside consulting resources as needed to assist with JDE system troubleshooting.
• Advance knowledge of gathering of development skills within JDE system toolset.
• Advance knowledge gathering of project management tools and principles and utilize for medium to large sized projects.
• Leverages knowledge of IT Business Analyst III or IT Business Analyst Supervisor in regards to useful methodology, skills, and tools.
• Ensures lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Regular, in-person attendance helpful to facilitate necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Knowledge of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne system is required, including tools available for use.
• Knowledge of SQL is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Project Management principles and methodologies are beneficial.
• Knowledge of current and previous business practices with regards to software usage is beneficial.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.
• Ability to increase knowledge of JDE system in both classroom and individual setting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• 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 investigate and implement solutions within JDE system required.
• Ability to work with IT Business Analysts to offer insight and knowledge transfer of areas of coverage within JDE system.

Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in information technology preferred. 
• A minimum of three to five years experience in information technology, IT Business Analyst, or related field is preferred for this position.
• Knowledge of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne system is required.

Base Compensation Range: $79,236 - $123,933 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.  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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

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: $23.75 - $28.35 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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

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: $98,995 - $160,707 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:

Office environment with some time on the manufacturing floor.  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.  Travel by air and car, 

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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

We are currently looking for a Production Supervisor to join our manufacturing team. This position is responsible for supervising shop employees in a manufacturing and assembly environment. This position plans and assigns work, implements company policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and safe working conditions.

Essential Job Functions

• Promote a culture that emphasizes safety for all production activities. Perform investigations and hold employees accountable for safety violations.
• Promotes employee business education, empowerment, and engagement to foster an ownership mentality in front line employees and Assistant Supervisor
• Ensure effective employee relations. Provide employee coaching and development. Makes employment decisions with human resources. Resolves employee issues through identifying problems and resolutions.  Responsible for the performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports.
• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Work to continuously improve in all areas. Recommend and assist ROI development for future capital expenditure needs.
• Manage departmental performance measures and provides regular progress reports to manager.
• Accomplish manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Communicate with Production Planning daily to assure adequate maintenance of proper inventory levels, delivery schedules, and production needs.  
• Track absenteeism, corrective action, and timekeeping.
• Organize, plan and prioritize work.  Develop specific plans to accomplish required work. Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, & production sequences to meet production goals.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to the necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of the position.
• Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and labor activities between product lines, as necessary.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Must be able to work weekends.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Leadership - A willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction in a proactive manner. 
• Performance Management - Knowledge of principles and procedures for employee selection, development and training. Familiar with legal basics of personnel matters.   
• Problem Solving/Analysis & Problem Sensitivity - The ability to recognize and analyze current problems, as well as potential problems, and create proactive solutions through critical thinking. 
• Ability to recognize and address tasks that need to be accomplished in order to ensure completion of projects by contract ship dates.
• Communication Proficiency - Active listener, giving full attention to what others are saying, and taking the time to understand the points being made.  Able to effectively communicate by phone, in written form, email and in-person. 
• Time Management and Dependability - Reliable, responsible, and fulfills obligations.  
• Must have or ability to develop detailed knowledge of the construction timeline and fabrication methods required to produce products.
• Must be willing to investigate and analyze new or alternative fabrication methods and technologies. Recommends and implements line improvements.
• Advanced blueprint reading knowledge and experience.

Education and Experience

• Four-year college degree in Industrial Technology or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production environment
• Experience and working knowledge in an engineered to order manufacturing environment

Base Compensation Range: $58,891 - $88,337 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:
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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

This position assists with all daily DFE/RP Service Department responsibilities, including but not limited to verbal and written technical customer assistance, technical training, and technical collaboration with Mueller’s DFE/RP internal/external customers. Includes writing and/or updating technical service manuals, service bulletins, replacement parts pages, and warranty administration, claims processing and documentation. Travel as necessary to perform job tasks.

Essential Job Functions

•    Provide superior technical customer service by resolving service and product reliability related issues in a prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable manner as received from Dealers, Regional Sales Managers, Internal and External Customers, and DFE/RP Management. Includes documentation, delegation, review, and follow-up with the Dealer and/or End User, Production, Engineering, Product Development, Purchasing, Vendors, and Sales Management.
•    Individual must develop and maintain a competent and ongoing knowledge of the technical operation of the DFE and RP product lines, which includes electrical, refrigeration, and dairy sanitation regulations.
•    Assist in conducting DFE Service Training Seminars, including facility maintenance, equipment installation, developing training agendas, materials, presentations and visual training aids.
•    Initiate and maintain DFE/RP Service materials in an updated and current manner. This includes Installation and Service Manuals, Service Bulletins, and Technical Training Aids.
•    Assist customers with warranty issues in accordance with Mueller’s written warranty policies and procedures.
•    Administer warranty program, including processing claims, maintaining documentation, and communications with customers and vendors regarding warranty issues.
•    Cooperate, assist, and add value to Sales/Service business relationships with internal and external customers in a competent manner.
•    Provide on-site support for both DFE and RP products lines as needed.
•    Assist production teams in identifying and resolving quality issues as needed.
•    Attend and contribute to open book management.
•    The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
•    Perform other related duties, as needed and assigned, including backup for other department personnel, to ensure support of the DF/RP product lines.
•    Travel 25% including travel within the continental US and international travel (Mexico, Canada, etc.).
•    Must have a valid driver’s license for travel.
•    Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

•    Proficiency with the MS Suite, including Word, Excel, and Power Point
•    Excellent oral and written communication skills
•    Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
•    Exceptional work ethics and initiative, ensuring all task are followed through in a fast-paced and diversified work environment
•    Ability to analyze difficult situations and react in a timely manner
•    Ability to prioritize and multitask
•    Individual must possess a valid “Universal” EPA 608 Refrigerant Usage Certificate
•    Knowledge of JDE is a plus
•    Knowledge of dairy farm milk cooling is a plus
•    Knowledge of process chillers is a plus
•    Knowledge of Mueller DFE/RP products is a plus

Education and Experience

•    A technical degree from an accredited Electrical and/or Refrigeration Trade Institution (or) three+ years of proven technical service experience in the electrical or refrigeration trades (or) a combination of education and field experience equivalent to three+ years in the electrical or refrigeration trades

Base Compensation Range: $46,696 - $70,045 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.). Office environment 60%, Training and testing lab 15%, Field Service/Training work on farm outdoor and/or utility room, 25% includes travel within the continental US and international travel (Mexico, Canada, etc.). 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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for direct sales of assigned products within the Heat Transfer Products division.  The individual in this position must have a broad technical knowledge of the Company’s products by virtue of technical education and experience.  This position requires working with customers and Manufacturer’s Representatives defining technical capabilities, application suitability, ASME requirements, design alterations, defining specifications, etc., as needed in selling the Company’s products.  The individual must exercise considerable independent technical and commercial judgment over sales projects within an assigned region of the division. 

Essential Job Functions

• Grow the sales volume within the assigned region
• Meet target profitability goals within the assigned region
• Identify weak market areas and develop target customer lists for those areas
• Manage the Manufacturer’s Representatives maintaining regular contact with them and customers regarding proposals, orders, service requirements, future equipment needs, and arranging sales calls.
• Provide sales, product and application training to Manufacturer’s Representatives
• Perform regular analysis and performance evaluation for each Manufacturer’s Representatives within assigned region, and assist in decisions to develop or replace Representatives
• Conduct presentations for Manufacturer’s Representatives and customers including all technical aspects of the project, pricing, payment terms and shipping schedules.
• Assist in recovery of aging receivables within the region. 
• Manage performance to goal of Manufacturers Representatives over multiple KPI’s and assist in developing targeted strategies to improve performance as needed.
• Assist in selection of new Manufacturer’s Representatives by conducting searches for, and interviewing potential representatives in the assigned area.
• Review and negotiate settlement of customer complaints in cooperation with other personnel on aftermarket and warranty issues.
• Develop annual sales plans and expense budgets in assigned region
• Perform service/troubleshooting of heat exchangers when appropriate and required.
• Assist in developing sales promotions and advertising strategy 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• The position requires up to 60% travel (possible international) for customer presentations, sales support, and service consultation as required
• Must possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license and may provide own vehicle for on-the job transportation purposes, as applicable
• Promote and sell all new products introduced by the Heat Transfer Division.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Basic knowledge of heat transfer is required. 
• Effective use of common computer hardware and proprietary PMC software is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a sales office environment required.
• Management skills suitable to dealing with large numbers of Manufacturer’s Representatives required. 
• Team player able to work closely with colleagues. 
• Strong motivational and sales skills
• Ability to effectively deal with Manufacturer’s Representatives and customers and solve their problems.
• Good communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Presents a professional company image
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Must be able to make sound business decisions through effective coordination of multiple tasks, while maintaining an acceptable level of performance.
• Able to establish and monitor critical dates for performance of duties.
• Be able to perform effectively as a member of a team to carry out the philosophy of PMC as defined in the Mission Statement and the Statement of Principles.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred or equivalent combination of experience, training or education.

Base Compensation Range: $63,735 - $99,688 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

Ranges from a professional office and trade show environment with some time on the manufacturing shop floor.  Extreme travel conditions and possible outdoor production plant visits.  Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.). 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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474

The Systems Support Technician II provides hardware and software support to technology device users. This position supports the Company’s information technology infrastructure and assists the Information Technology (IT) Department with other functions when needed and ready to serve needs.  This position will develop user training and work instructions for users.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for building and maintaining business relationships, which includes working with all levels and organizations of the Company to respond and resolve user requests and issues in a timely manner.
• Communicate clearly and timely with internal users on timelines, progress and solutions in action regarding their requests and issues. 

• Acquire, install, maintain and troubleshoot electronic devices, hardware and software/applications.
• Maintain network user profiles across multiple systems/applications, file and share permissions.
• Monitor utilization of software licenses and recommend any needed adjustments.
• Facilitate operation of Company’s information technology device lifecycle policy.
• Monitor utilization of User Computers, mobile devices, network hardware and software and assist in evaluation of replacements.
• Maintain a database of installed user computers, hardware and software.
• Provide necessary computer system operations functions including data backup procedures.
• Monitor current information technology for any potential value to the company.
• Complete assignments and tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Occasional travel up to 15% to support our Iowa coworkers.
• Maintain and troubleshoot the phone system as user needs arise.
• Train new employees on basic computer functions as needed.
• Ensures lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Overtime may be required in this position to meet the needs of the business.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.
• Monitor and manage IT helpdesk queue and respond to needs in a timely manner.
• Work with and maintain the WIFI infrastructure.
• Manage and configure all tablet and/or iPad devices
• Maintain and troubleshoot network equipment.
• Manage and troubleshoot network functionality issues.
• Technical support of users’ PCD hardware and software including any communication with outside resources.
• Create training tools and work instructions for users. 
• Assist in training Systems Support Technician I’s. 
• Assist in projects as needed.
• Leverages knowledge of Systems Support Technician III in regards to systems support methodology, skills, and tools.
• Works to service and maintain ancillary systems like paging, access control and camera systems 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Excellent working knowledge of computer hardware, iPads, cell phones, network hardware, software, and operating systems.
• Willingness and availability to work odd hours to accommodate users’ schedules and/or as required by systems issues.
• 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, continuous improvement 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.
• Self-starter and goal oriented who will manage and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a mechanical aptitude that allows for effective communication of the internal customers.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.
• High level of personal accountability and autonomy.
• Ability to problem solve at a high level.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in information technology preferred
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years related experience preferred.

Base Compensation Range: $22.45 - $33.68 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 time spent in a manufacturing shop environment. Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.). 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 send an e-mail with your request to cdickerson@muel.com or call 417-575-9474