Jobs in Waukesha

Manage up to 3 production lines. With leads assigned to each line.

Need Excel skills, enter formulas, numbers etc.

Need someone with good leadership, timekeeping, timecards etc. Hold team to targets and goals.

Main focus is : Production quality and safety.

Experience within Lean manufacturing, 8D 5 Why Kaizen etc

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, the Design Engineer is responsible for the support of new and existing products. This support may include, but is not limited to, product development, prototype generation, laboratory testing and problem solving, from concept to production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All employees work to satisfy the customer. Each department has expected core responsibilities, but these responsibilities do not define us. Rather, they simply provide a starting point where we work to satisfy the customer, and continuously improve ourselves, others, and the organization.

· Responsible for understanding the customer’s technical scope of work and delivering designs that meet or exceed expectations.

· Analyzes engineering sketches, specifications, data, drawings and models to determine design factors as well as tolerancing.

· Uses computer aided design tools for two- and three-dimensional magnetic analysis, computation fluid analysis, structural finite element analysis to develop and optimize designs.

· Designs for manufacturability

· Uses lab equipment such as force testers, multimeters, flow meters and environmental chambers to ensure products exceed customer requirements.

· Uses hand tool, soldering tools, and presses to build prototypes and customer evaluations

· Participates and/or leads design reviews and records meeting notes and lessons learned.

· Evaluates and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases to ensure compliance with both internal and external specifications and standards.

· Controls drawings, models, and other applicable documents.

· Shall utilize and improve engineering tools with the goal of creating and following consistent processes that ends with a predictable result. Examples of tools include Phase-Gate, FMEA, Control Plans, Engineering Change process, Tolerance Stack-up Calculations, Force Balances, Design for Manufacturing tools, Design Verification Plans, Process Validation, Capability Studies, Measurement System Evaluations, Quality Management and Production Part Approval Processes.

· Support sales staff by providing technical data to present to customers.

· Interface with other departments within and external customers and suppliers.

· Follows policies and procedures according to Quality Management System.

· All other duties as assigned.

Design Engineer

Behavioral

· Must have the potential to advance to Sr Design Engineer

· Proactive on tasks (Completes in a timely manner, uses tools to track task)

· Responsible (demonstrate that others can trust you)

· Demonstrates that he or she can be part of a solution (both technical and behavioral)

· Good verbal and written skills, in both a technical and non-technical environment

Demonstrated Competence:

· Good mechanical aptitude, and working knowledge of different materials (metals, plastics, etc.), coatings/finishes, and hardware.

· Good working knowledge of different manufacturing processes; CNC, injection molding, welding, turning, milling, etc.

· Good working knowledge of spring design

· Ability to support customer meetings and work directly with customers on design-related tasks.

· Ability to work with suppliers as it relates to prototype builds and associated changes and corrections.

· Able to design product(s) with input from others on lessons learned and best practices.

· Tends to work on projects, and not programs involving multiple designs and products.

· Participates in Root Cause analysis, DFMEAs, PFMEAs, Control Plans, Corrective Actions and other Quality activities.

· Understands the Cost of Goods (COGS) and how design impacts the material and manufacturing costs.

· Identifies design constraints and works with internal and external resources to resolve the constraints.

· Understands and utilizes all applicable processes and procedures.

Education and/or Experience:

· Bachelor's Degree (BS) from an accredited college or university in an Engineering related field or acceptable type and amount of work experience in a design role.

· 1-year design experience.

· Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Suite of products with a strong working knowledge of Excel.

· Demonstrated knowledge of SolidWorks or other 3D Modeling software.

· Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA, DOE, and other AIAG procedures preferred.

· Experience with magnetic analyses, computation fluid dynamics and finite element analysis preferred.

A manufacturing company located in Waukesha county is looking for a Quality Manager. This is a great opportunity to lead a team of Quality Techs and Engineers at a company that manufactures precision machined parts for some of the biggest names in the agriculture and heavy equipment industries

Responsibilities/Qualifications:

• MUST HAVE experience with high volume machining
• BS in Engineering or related field preferred
• Quality Certifications preferred (CQE, CQA, etc)
• Experience in metal manufacturing
• Maintain the company’s QMS
• Internal and Supplier auditing
• Familiar with quality measurement tools
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to lead/develop Quality Technician and Engineers

Why join AVIRE?

Do you have an entrepreneurial mindset? Do you like being part of high growth, high impact environments? Are you looking for an opportunity to lead a world class team intent on providing an unrivalled customer experience? If you have answered yes to these questions, we should connect!

The Avire Sussex, WI team is looking for a highly driven, highly motivated individual to take us to new heights. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and deploying the resources necessary to ensure our manufacturing capabilities grow with the organization focusing on continuous improvement--ensuring that our team is supported to effectively build high-quality products for our customers. Our assembly team is critical to our success as an organization as we produce high quality products that surpass customer expectations. You will be a part of a team of dedicated Production, Shipping and Receiving personnel, Supply Chain professionals, Technical Support Specialists, and Operations experts with the collective goal of supplying high quality products with a best-in-class lead-time exceeding our customer’s highest expectations. Further, you will be a part of a team that has a track record of delivering double digit compound growth while supporting each other. This position reports to the Operations Manager.

What you will do:

1. Sets clear, attainable production-level and cell-level production targets and direct the team to meet these objectives.
2. Manage daily production activities for the assembly cells including scheduling, production quality, material shortages and nonconformance reporting.
3. Manage the production employees, including performance management, health and safety, and individual training & development.
4. Work cross-functionally to ensure effective production processes and align resources to meet both customer & business demands.
5. Work directly with product management to ensure sustainable production for critical products while providing guidance to drive design for manufacturing/design for automation improvements. Facilitates new product integration and manages related engineering changes.
6. Build a culture of continuous improvement to ensure effective labor and materials management are engrained in everyday activities. Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement and evaluate outcomes.
7. Work directly with operational leadership to manage production requirements in alignment with business objectives & strategies and prepare monthly production reports.
8. Maintain production standards to ensure accurate labor reporting and costing.
9. Ensure compliance with local standards and maintains a safe working environment.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

We want someone who displays:

Action-Oriented Curiosity: You readily take on challenges, and you identify and seize new opportunities. You have an outstanding history of delivering on your projects. You work on the problems that truly need solving, and you effectively challenge the organization to be better. You can cut through the clutter and focus on the priorities that align with organizational objectives.

Collaboration: You embrace the unique experiences, viewpoints, and abilities of your teammates and proactively engage those differences to come to the best possible outcome.

Empowerment: You thrive in an environment where you can make decisions. You do not shy away from taking a stand, and you recognize the importance of challenging the team to ensure that we strive for more. You take responsibility to solve customer problems the first time.

Accountability: You take responsibility for your actions, and you deliver on your commitments.

Inclusion: In all aspects of your work, you treat everyone with respect.

Performance Objectives

1. Cells are functioning effectively and team members are deployed in alignment with the needs of the business.
2. Lean principles are implemented and driven throughout the organization.
3. Performance management, including training & development, is process-driven and implemented consistently throughout the manufacturing team.
4. Plan production schedule and allocate resources to drive efficient, timely output, targeting improved productivity.

Job Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven problem-solving proficiency
• Proven ability to lead hourly employees in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in electronics manufacturing a plus
• Experience with KPI metric management and deployment
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse groups of people both within, and outside, of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering management, supply chain or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a production environment holding positions of progressive responsibility
• Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a direct management position
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all organizational levels
• Strong decision-making skills and results-driven approach
• Proven analytical ability and familiarity with a KPI-driven operations environment
• Proficiency in Lean Principles a plus: Problem Solving, 5S, Flow, Standard Work, Kanban

Who is AVIRE?

Connecting and Protecting People. AVIRE combines 4 market-leading brands (Rath, Janus, Microkey, and Memco) within the elevator and emergency communications industries; currently offering light curtains, area of refuge, emergency telephones / GSMs, and life safety solutions. Each brand has a strong market presence, a unique identity, a distinct product range, and a long, successful history. The group has manufacturing locations in 2 countries, R&D in 2 countries and Sales & Marketing in 8 countries employing over 400 people globally.

AVIRE is part of the Halma group ( ). Halma bets on talent! We are looking for bright, ambitious people to join our team and stay for the long term. With over 50 businesses under its ownership, Halma is a great place to start, advance, or accelerate your career.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Organizational bonus plan
• Complete benefits package including health, dental & vision insurance, 401K, paid vacation, paid holidays, and generous parental leave
• Professional development training opportunities
• Company events (i.e. bbq’s, lunches, bowling and much more)!
• 4 x 10 hour schedule Monday – Thursday

MANUFACTURING PLANT IN WAUKESHA WI IS LOOKING FOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEERS. LOOKING FOR SOMEONE SHARP WITH CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEER.

SHIFT: 7AM-330PM

SALARY: $73K-$94K + 5% TARGET BONUS

PTO: YOU GET 2 WEEKS AFTER 90 DAYS (5 PERSONAL/SICK DAYS & 5 DAYS PTO)Manufacturing Engineer

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, routings, work instructions, and standard work to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, scrap reduction, labor efficiency, throughput, and productivity gains.
• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, automation, and poka-yoke solutions to improve process capability and repeatability.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and downtime drivers; lead structured root-cause analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, A3) and corrective actions.
• Partner with Quality to develop control plans, PFMEAs, Cp/Cpk studies, and standardized inspection methods.
• Support new product introductions through process development, equipment validation, pilot builds, and launch activities.
• Drive cost-reduction initiatives via cycle time improvements, material yield optimization, and value engineering.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance to improve equipment reliability, preventive maintenance strategies, and uptime.
• Maintain accurate manufacturing documentation including BOMs, routings, standard times, work instructions, and process flow diagrams.
• Evaluate capital equipment needs, build ROI justifications, and manage installation and commissioning.
• Provide hands-on floor support to troubleshoot issues and stabilize daily production.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and internal operational standards.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline
• 3–7 years of Manufacturing Engineering or process improvement experience
• Strong understanding of process flow development and production optimization
• Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies (5 Why, Fishbone, A3, etc.)
• Proven record of improving productivity, quality, or cost in a manufacturing environment

Preferred:

• Experience in job shop or mixed-model manufacturing
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, SmartFactory, etc.)
• Automation, robotics, CNC, or assembly experience
• Lean or Six Sigma certification
• Capital equipment implementation and ROI justification experience

Power Test®, LLC is an industry leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of dynamometers, heavy equipment testing systems and related data acquisition and control systems. For over 40 years, Power Test has provided specialized test equipment to manufacturers, rebuild facilities, and distributors in the mining, oil and gas, power generation, marine, trucking, construction, rail, and military markets in over 90 countries on six continents. Our headquarters and manufacturing operations are located in Sussex, Wisconsin with sales representatives worldwide.

Power Test Lifecycle Services is the aftermarket and services brand of Power Test, focused on maximizing customer uptime through genuine parts, remanufacturing, and lifecycle support. Specifically, Power Test PARTS focuses on serving the company’s customers by ensuring they have the right parts, at the right time, every time.

Position Summary

The Product Manager – Parts & Remanufacturing owns both the Parts and Remanufacturing product lines and is responsible for ensuring profit growth and achievement of revenue and margin targets. This role carries both commercial growth responsibility and operational fulfillment oversight, ensuring revenue expansion, margin performance, inventory discipline, customer responsiveness, and execution excellence. This leader operates at both strategic and tactical levels — defining pricing and growth strategy while ensuring quoting accuracy, order processing discipline, customer service performance, and fulfillment execution. The role ensures the fulfillment model (internal and external) supports customer uptime, availability, and growth initiatives. This position is essential to Power Test’s mission to serve its customers under the company’s dedication to “We Make it Better”.

Commercial Growth & Portfolio Ownership

• Own revenue, profit, and margin growth across Parts & Remanufacturing.
• Lead pricing strategy, margin optimization, and policy governance.
• Utilize sales and ERP data to identify incremental revenue opportunities

Sales Team Leadership & Capability Development

• Lead and manage the Aftermarket Parts Sales Team.
• Evaluate departmental capability gaps and implement structured development plans.
• Lead weekly department meetings focused on performance, backlog, and execution.

Operational Fulfillment Oversight

Deliver world-class performance in safety, quality, fulfillment, productivity, and cost.

• Own end-to-end order lifecycle execution
• Develop and execute the Parts Fulfillment Strategy, including:
• Lead parts stocking initiatives and inventory optimization efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Operations, Engineering, or related field.
• Understanding of capital equipment manufacturing environments.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in aftermarket parts, remanufacturing, service operations, or customer-facing commercial roles.
• Demonstrated experience owning commercial growth and operational execution within a product or business line.
• Strong cross-functional communication skills (written and verbal).
• Self-motivated with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong analytical capability with advanced data analysis skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, dashboards, financial modeling) at a minimum.
• Proven ability to balance analytical thinking with hands-on problem solving.

Benefits

What Makes Power Test Different?

At Power Test We Make It Better for our Customers, our Community, and our Employees. We provide industry leading products, work vigorously in our community, and encourage a healthy, financially rewarding, work-life balance for our employees.

Notably, Power Test has a broad based employee ownership program: Powered by Ownership. Powered by Ownership provides every employee an equity interest in the company. Powered By Ownership is more than just a benefit, it reflects Power Test’s commitment to building an ownership mindset across the company. Together, the team is strengthening culture, rewarding innovation, and shaping a future where success is shared. This mindset is captured in Power Test’s ownership slogan: Together We Build, Together We Prosper.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the General Manager, the Shift Supervisor is responsible for planning and organizing the hour-by-hour activities for 2nd Shift manufacturing associates in two New Berlin facilities to meet the quality, delivery and cost expectations of our customers. Assures all associates work safely and any hazards are resolved quickly. Executes production plans and monitors job run times. Ensures active communication with supporting departments and 1st Shift staff.

Shift start time: 3:00PM

Plant Supervision

• Follow through of Production plan hour by hour, daily activities for manufacturing associates; utilizes the strengths of the Lead personnel to help accomplish goals and workflow
• Provides technical support to the production floor by resolving issues as they arise
• Ensures compliance with daily department schedules to meet shipments on a consistent basis
• Monitors, identifies and documents run times and process improvements of shop and production
• Monitors workflow, oversees and directs production, and audits Job Paperwork, Routings, Log sheets, Process Control Sheets (PCS), Work Instructions (WI) for conformity and accuracy
• Documents workflow, achievements, and notes for 1st shift hand-off
• Communicates and coordinates with Engineering, Quality and other support areas as production issues arise
• Reviews all jobs prior to submittal for final inspection ensuring parts are made to print, parts are properly claimed and part counts are correct
• Ensures operators perform set-ups as required to meet production schedule
• Follows safety policies and procedures and ensures subordinates do the same
• Supports all manufacturing functions including troubleshooting and problem solving in all areas of manufacturing
• Provides recommendations and periodic updates as needed to management regarding the status of production
• Utilize reporting and analytics to make data-driven decisions to meet production needs
• Attending trainings, meetings, and participate in continuous improvement programs

Team Management

• Hold Shop Team accountable to goals and objectives set by the Company and Operations Manager
• Participate in union activities such a contract negotiation, grievances, etc.
• Train and mentor new team members and be an ambassador of our culture
• Delegate job assignments and review workload as necessary
• Maintain employee schedules such as approving time-off & staff coverage
• Collaborate with Human Resources for employee performance discussions, recruitment needs, hiring, and terminations
• Work to resolve interpersonal issues and conflicts as they arise
• Advocate a safe and professional work environment

What You'll Bring

• High School diploma or GED is required
• 5+ years’ experience working in a high mix/low volume metal fabrication manufacturing environment is required
• 3+ years’ experience leading/supervising small groups (Team Leader, Group Leader, Supervisor) is required
• Extensive technical knowledge of how machines (metal forming, machining, welding, general assembly stations) operate is preferred
• Exposure to advanced safety concepts or Lean Management experience is preferred
• Experience in a union manufacturing environment preferred but not required
• Reliable transportation
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates high level of Emotional Intelligence when dealing with all levels of the company, clients, and vendors
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn other software
• Proficient knowledge EPR systems, Epicor preferred
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Ability to effectively manage time, multi-task, and pay close attention to details
• Self-motivated professional with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Regularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the day

Summary: American Tack & Hardware is a leading consumer goods designer and producer of home décor products sold through major retailers and ecommerce. We’re looking for an energetic problem solver to join our fun team that’s focused on better understanding our business and related data as well as leveraging technology to work more efficiently. The ideal candidate will have proven experience developing and implementing global sourcing strategies that deliver cost productivity while improving quality and service levels, managing supplier relationships, and implementing supplier scorecards to monitor supplier performance.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and deliver material cost productivity to the cost of goods sold leveraging continuous improvement methodologies.
• Optimize the supply chain of goods and services from our suppliers through to our customers by focusing on lead time reduction.
• Develop & own supplier scorecards evaluating on quality, pricing, delivery, adherence to corporate guidelines and other relevant metrics; work with underperforming suppliers to develop/complete required CAPA activities.
• Develop, negotiate, and execute agreement with suppliers that provides best in class services.
• Lead New Product Innovation projects from sourcing side.
• Identify new suppliers to support life cycle product strategy for new, existing, or end of life products.
• Develop comprehensive request for proposals, analysis and reporting of benchmarking information.
• Ensure that all procurement is in compliance with all applicable regulations and laws related to procurement practices and in accordance with standard practices and company policies.
• Evaluate current and new suppliers to develop and improve service levels in search of continuous improvement regarding total cost and efficiency.
• Negotiate Master Supply Agreements (including pricing, MOQ, terms, IP, and other relevant legal issues) to obtain the maximum value for each dollar of expenditure and focus on obtainment of high inventory turns.
• Participate and/or lead cross-functional teams related to quality, price, inventories and availability of materials.
• Participate in Supplier quality audits for conformance to corporate requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Sales, Demand Planning, Finance, etc.) to forecast demand and manage inventory levels.
• Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Lead, mentor, and manage one buyer/planner.
• Other tasks as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Relationship Management:
• Lead business reviews with key suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships including communicating risks/opportunities with stake holders. Make recommendations for alternate suppliers, designs, and materials to reduce costs and supply risks. Will require periodic travel to supplier locations.
• Monitor the performance of suppliers to ensure they meet company standards. Develop and implement methods for improving supplier quality and service performance. Resolve claims (both internal and external) in a fair and ethical manner while protecting the long-term interests of the company.
• Build partnerships with internal stakeholders to gather and/or understand the requirements of their procurement needs; facilitate communication with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Procurement- Sourcing experience in the following commodities and processes from Southeastern Asia (non-China) or Mexico:
• Metal fabrication including high volume stamping and zinc die casting.
• Metal finishing including electroplating, powder coating and E-Coating.
• Turnkey or contract manufacturing of electronic CPG items such as high and low voltage LED lighting products and consumer electronics. Experience in decorative products preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated record of identifying, initiating, and delivering year over year cost savings.
• Experience with problem solving skills including the ability to analyze, think and communicate with well-supported data.
• Experience developing and implementing global sourcing strategies.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of demand planning and manufacturing practices.
• Demonstrated success with negotiations and strategy execution.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%).
• Previous annual spend under management of $30MM preferred.
• Change management experience gained in a lean distribution, or six sigma environment is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manage one buyer/planner.

Education and Experience:

•       Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or Operations Management, or an equivalent combination of formal education and work experience.

•        Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in Supply Chain.

•        Experience working with NetSuite, Extensiv, or Anaplan is a plus.

•        Lean/Six-Sigma certification and/or experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to commute to our Brookfield, WI office
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to traverse and access all areas of the warehouse.

About the Company:

American Tack & Hardware offers complete lines of distinctive decorative home accent products, including trend-forward Wallplates, cost-effective LED Nite Lites, innovative Under Cabinet Lighting, LED Battery Operated Lights, energy-saving Timers, Dimmers and Lighting Controls. We distribute to leading home centers, lighting showrooms, mass merchandisers, and drug & supermarket chains throughout North America.

American Tack & Hardware encourages innovative ideas and offers its associates a highly-interactive team atmosphere, a business casual work environment, team-building events, a full benefit package, and growth opportunities for professional development.

Job Description:

• Job Event, on Tuesday, March 24th from 3 PM to 7 PM
• Onsite interviews will be held at the warehouse; 9950 South Reinhart Road, Oak Creek, 53154
• Sign On Bonus: $7,500 after completion of training - (Any person who has worked for a Performance Food Group (PFG) owned company within the last 6 months is not eligible to receive this incentive.)

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

• Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner.
• Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.
• Performs all required safety checks (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.
• Reports all safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies.
• Immediately reports all safety hazards. Inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.
• Performs count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded.
• Checks and completes in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight.
• Moves tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Unloads products from the trailer, transports items into designated customer storage areas.
• Performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
• Verifies delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures.
• Collects money (cash or checks) where required. Loads customer returns on to trailer and secures trailer doors.
• Ensures that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured.
• Unloads damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork. Unloads all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.
• At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

Company description

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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) – in the Federal Security and Public Safety Sector Experienced (GL-9 GS-11)

SAME MISSION, NEW DRIVE!

You love protecting your community and doing your part to keep our nation safe. But maybe you’re looking for a change of scenery?

USBP is hiring immediately for full-time, career positions, where your prior law enforcement officer (LEO) experience may qualify you for higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunities. Continue making a difference with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.

Whether you gained this experience as part of a military police unit or as a member of a state or local law enforcement organization, you have an opportunity to work with highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission.

Check out the duties and responsibilities section below, along with the qualifications section to see if you are eligible. Now is the time to make your move, along with excellent base pay, location pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives to newly appointed Agents (see details below).

DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates’ first-choice preferences. Relocation may be required.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is hiring immediately for these full-time, career Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) opportunities.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary for newly appointed law enforcement Border Patrol Agents varies from:

Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11, $63,148 - $120,145 per year

Locality Pay: Varies by duty location.

Overtime Pay: Up to 25%

Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others. A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014. This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in the lower grade level.

All Border Patrol Agents may select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health and insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan that is similar to traditional and ROTH 401(k) offerings.

*Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in
5 CFR 575.102)
will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. Prioritized locations include Sierra Blanca, TX; Presidio, TX; Sanderson, TX; Comstock, TX; Lordsburg, NM; Freer, TX; Hebbronville, TX; Ajo, AZ.

*Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations:

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• Big Bend Sector Stations - *Presidio, Van Horn, *Sanderson, Alpine, *Sierra Blanca, Marfa
  
• Buffalo Sector Stations - Wellesley Island
  
• Del Rio Sector Stations - Del Rio, Brackettville, *Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde
  
• El Paso Sector Stations - Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces, *Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta
  
• El Centro Sector Stations - El Centro, Indio, Calexico
  
• Grand Forks Sector Stations - Pembina
  
• Havre Sector Stations - Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass
  
• Houlton Sector Stations - Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren
  
• Laredo Sector Stations - Laredo South, Cotulla, *Hebbronville, Laredo West, *Freer, Laredo North, Zapata
  
• Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations - Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen
  
• San Diego Sector Stations - Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente
  
• Spokane Sector Stations - Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville
  
• Swanton Sector Stations - Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford
  
• Tucson Sector Stations - *Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox
  
• Yuma Sector Stations - Blythe, Yuma, Wellton
  

Duties and Responsibilities:

As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation’s economic prosperity. Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include:

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• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and customs laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.
  
• Preventing and apprehending aliens and smugglers of aliens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations.
  
• Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband.
  
• Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks.
  
• Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.
  

Qualifications:

GL-9: You qualify for the GL-9 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:

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• Performing physical searches of detained individuals, their vehicles, and their immediate surroundings for weapons, contraband, currency, and other evidence.
  
• Apprehending, physically restraining, or working with law enforcement officials to identify or apprehend violators of state, federal, or immigration laws.
  
• Proficient in the use of firearms, preparing investigative reports, serving court orders (e.g., warrants, subpoenas, etc.), and gathering evidence for criminal cases prosecuted through the court system.
  

If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GS-11 grade level.

GS-11: You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, with the authority granted by the state or government to enforce laws, make arrests, and investigate crimes, performing primary duties in an official law enforcement capacity such as:

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• Utilizing intelligence information to track illegal operations, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or contraband while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
  
• Leading investigations of fraud, contraband, criminal activity, threats to our nation, and/or illegal operations to determine sources and patterns while serving as a state, federal, or military law enforcement official.
  
• Apprehending violators of state, federal, or immigration laws by utilizing various forms of complex technology that include surveillance, detection, situation awareness systems, and/or communications equipment.
  

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.

There are no education substitutions for the GL-9 or GS-11 grade-level Border Patrol Agent opportunities.

Other Requirements:

Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (including protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Age Restriction: In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions. Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03. The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).

Veterans’ Preference: You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans’ Recruitment Appointment (VRA). The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training: After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement, and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses. Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English. Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient in the Spanish language at the Academy.

How to Apply:

Click the Apply button on this site. You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page. For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, and then complete the pre-screening questions.

You’ll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government’s official employment site, to complete your application. Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit. You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam.

If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S. Border Patrol page: /s/usbp.

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