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 12% 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

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. 

 

 

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

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

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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

The Contract Manager is responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating and administering contracts and/or purchase orders to support company operations and projects.  This role is responsible for evaluating for an understanding of risks, making modifications to ensure that contracts are commercially sound, compliant with applicable laws and company policies and aligned with business objectives.  The Contract Manager serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, legal counsel, vendors and customers to manage contract risk, performance and life cycle from initiation through closeout.   This position will play a key role in facilitating the property and casualty insurance program and will interface with internal and external customers and vendors through verbal and written correspondence. 

Essential Job Functions

• Draft, review, evaluate, negotiate and execute Contracts, including:
  • Sales / Purchasing Agreements
  • Non-Disclosure / Confidentiality Agreements
  • Subcontracts
  • Procurement Agreements
  • Contract Labor Agreements
• Manage the full contract lifecycle from request and development through execution, compliance, amendment and close-out.
• Identify, assess and mitigate contractual and commercial risk; escalate issues to leadership and/or legal counsel as appropriate.
• Ensure contracts clearly define scope of work, pricing, payment terms, schedules, and performance requirements as applicable in each case. 
• Collaborate with operations, manufacturing, procurement, project management, finance, and legal teams to align contracts with business and project objectives.
• Provide contract revisions or addendum modifications and negotiate directly with customer / vendor contacts until consensus has been reached.
• Serve as a point of contact for customers and vendors on contractual matters.  Act as a contractual representative between Company employees and customers / vendors, ensuring timely review and approval / reconciliation of variations.
• Lead contract negotiation correspondence via email, teleconference, or in person as needed by situation to reach acceptable contract terms to ensure contract close-out, extension or renewal.
• Maintain contractual records and documentation such as receipt and control of all contract correspondence, contractual changes, and other documents for all projects.
• As needed, provide guidance on contract matters to project managers or other operational staff, including training to new project managers, sales personnel and other employees in contracting practices and procedures. 
• Ensure that signed contracts are communicated to all relevant parties to provide contract visibility and awareness, and interpretation to support implementation.
• Track key contract milestones, renewals, expirations, and notice requirements.
• Lead procurement personnel on correctly including subcontract flow-down provisions.
• Keep accurate record of contract time commitments for allocation of time to business units.
• Develop, maintain, and improve contract templates, standard terms and conditions, and contracting procedures.
• Collaborate on the annual insurance renewal process including accurately reporting information on renewal application and provide thought leadership on insurance renewal strategy, ensuring appropriate coverage for risks assumed through contractual terms and conditions.
• Be the point of contact for company insurance clams.
• Responsible for validation of appropriate insurance requirements of our vendors.
• Responsible for the distribution of insurance certificates evidencing our coverage to customers.
• Regular, in-person attendance during normal business hours due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.

• Ensures lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Aptitude for customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently use a computer including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Self-starter and goal oriented with the ability to following instruction and complete assignments in a timely manner. 
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.
• Aptitude to identify potential risk in a contractual agreement.
• Ability to negotiate at many levels in a customer’s organization.
• Must be able to effectively prioritize projects based on company needs

• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree in business or relevant field required. 
• Relevant experience in contract management and/or negotiation preferred.

Base Compensation Range: $71,066 - $111,155 annually

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 12% 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.

 

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

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

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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

The Project Manager I is responsible for planning and managing a single large project or multiple lower-level projects throughout the organization while ensuring the projects are delivered within scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards that meet the customer’s expectation. Utilizes project management tools and processes to strategically support organizational growth and development. 

 

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 status of key projects.
• Develop and implement plans to document project scope, schedule, tasks, risk management, and reports to communicate progress to the team.
• Utilize visual processes and tools to track projects progress, challenges, and timing.
• Identify and coordinate resource needs cross-functionally throughout the organization. 
• Work cross-functionally with others with others and assist to lead meetings to determine objectives, track progress, troubleshoot challenges, and execute deliverables assigned to project.   
• Identify and analyze risks and inefficiencies and actively seek out opportunities to troubleshoot and resolve.  Communicate plan to management.
• Ability to quickly understand technical aspects of operations, both from a functionality perspective as well as operations perspective and be able to articulate these to a less technical audience.
• Ability to review and interpret commercial terms and conditions and technical specifications of each project. 
• Maintain routine direct contact with the customer throughout the contractual agreement until the order has been successfully completed. This includes tasks associated with accounts receivable ensuring timely payments are received, warranty claims, timely updates to the customer about their project, change order management, and schedule communication. 
• Responsible for estimating tasks involving change order costing, make/buy analysis, and comparison of alternative design and manufacturing decisions. 
• Develop support solutions through partnership with a Project Manager II / Senior Project Manager that address any project concerns while meeting the customers’ needs and aligning with the expectations of the industry associated with the work.   
• Leverages knowledge of Project Manager II / Senior Project Manager in regards to Project Management methodology, skills, and tools.
• Ensures lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• Cross train and flex to estimating responsibilities as required by product line needs.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Travel to customer locations including international travel could be up to 25% as required by the project.
• 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)

• Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
• Experience with technologies and best practices across multiple platforms.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively, in a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office and a scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Self-starter and goal oriented who will aggressively pursue order management issues for successful resolution in a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a mechanical aptitude that allows for effective communication of the product to our customers.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.

Education and Experience

• A BS Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or Engineering preferred. Other degree fields and related experience will be considered.
• A minimum of one to three years related experience is required for this position.

Base Compensation Range: $71,066 - $111,155 annually 

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 12% 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. 

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

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

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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

The Project Manager Supervisor is responsible for planning and managing multi-faceted, complex projects throughout the organization while ensuring the projects are delivered within scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards that meet the customer’s expectation. Leads, trains, and develops other Project Managers in projects throughout the organization. Develops, improves, and executes project management tools and processes that will strategically support organizational growth and development. May supervise a small number of technical disciplined direct reports     

 

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for coaching, teaching, and supervision of assigned personnel.
• Responsible for effective employee relations. Initiates and is proactive with employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through identifying problems and resolutions. 
• Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals while adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.  
• Responsible for the performance management (hiring, development, discipline, termination) of direct reports while collaborating with Human Resources.
• Responsible for building and maintaining business relationships, which includes working with all levels and organizations of the company to maintain and provide status of key projects.
• Develop and implement plans to document project scope, schedule, tasks, risk management, and reports to communicate progress to the team.
• Create and improve visual processes and tools to track projects progress, challenges, and timing.
• Identify and coordinate resource needs cross-functionally within the organization. 
• Work cross-functionally with others and lead meetings to determine objectives, track progress, troubleshoot challenges, and execute deliverables assigned to project.   
• Identify and analyze risks and inefficiencies and actively seek out opportunities to troubleshoot and resolve.  Communicate plan to management.
• Ability to quickly understand technical aspects of operations, both from a functionality perspective as well as operations perspective and be able to articulate these to a less technical audience.
• Ability to review and interpret commercial terms and conditions and technical specifications of each project. 
• Maintain routine direct contact with the customer throughout the contractual agreement until the order has been successfully completed. This includes tasks associated with accounts receivable ensuring timely payments are received, warranty claims, timely updates to the customer about their project, change order management, and schedule communication. 
• Responsible for estimating tasks involving change order costing, make/buy analysis, and comparison of alternative design and manufacturing decisions. 
• Demonstrate and execute functional acumen to support solutions that address any project concerns while meeting the customers’ needs and aligning with the expectations of the industry associated with the work.   Leverages knowledge of and trains Project Management methodology, skills, and tools to other Project Managers. 
• Oversees transition of project team members to new projects.
• Ensures lessons learned applied to future efforts.
• Cross train and flex to estimating responsibilities as required by product line needs.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Travel to customer locations including international travel could be up to 25% as required by the project.
• 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.
• Experience with technologies and best practices across multiple platforms.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively, in a constantly changing environment.
• Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office and a scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Self-starter and goal oriented who will aggressively pursue order management issues for successful resolution in a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a mechanical aptitude that allows for effective communication of the product to our customers.
• Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or Engineering preferred. Other degree fields and related experience will be considered.
• A minimum of five years related experience is required for this position.

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

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 12% 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

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. 

 

 

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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.

Summary

The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for direct sales of assigned products within the Refrigeration product line, typically through our established customer and where applicable the dealer network. 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 Dealers, as well as end customers, defining technical capabilities, application suitability, process requirements, system design considerations, 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. The position requires up to 50% to 75% travel including foreign travel for customer presentations, sales support and service consultation is required.

 

 

Essential Job Functions

• Grow the sales volume within the assigned region
• Meet target profitability goals within the assigned region
• When applicable, manage the Dealers in assigned region maintaining regular contact with them and customers regarding proposals, orders, service requirements, future equipment needs.
• Provide sales, product and application training to direct customers and dealers.
• Perform regular analysis and performance evaluation for each customer and dealer within assigned region.
• Conduct presentations for Customers and Dealers including all technical aspects of the project, pricing, payment terms and shipping schedules.
• Read, understand and negotiate Terms and Condition for orders.
• Understand requirements and propose suitable solutions.
• 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 and be an active participant in forecasting and open book management.
• Perform service of equipment when appropriate and required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager or National Sales Manager.
• Support Heat Transfer as needed for quoting assistance
• Assist in developing sales promotions, advertising strategy and trade shows both within assigned territory and outside this territory.
• Travel up to 50% to 75% of the time including foreign and domestic.
• Must possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license and may provide own vehicle for on-the job transportation purposes, as applicable.

 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Basic knowledge of refrigeration is required. 
• Effective use of common computer hardware and proprietary PMC software is required.
• Basic knowledge of heat-transfer, refrigeration and related math skills.   
• Ability to communicate effectively in a sales office environment.
• Management skills suitable to dealing with large numbers of customer orders is 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.
• 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.

Education and Experience

Preferred candidates possess a college degree in Ag, engineering, marketing or business with experience in refrigeration related sales. Candidates with technical aptitude and strong experience but lesser educational backgrounds will be eligible. The successful candidate will be goal oriented self-motivated, organized, disciplined and able to multitask.

 

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 12% of gross annual salary based 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.

Apply Now

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.