Engineering Jobs in Bellflower, CA

DMF Lighting is a fast-growing leader in the lighting industry, always hard at work engineering what comes next. We have an exciting opportunity in our customer solutions department for a Technical Product Support Specialist.

• Pay range is $20-35/hr (based on skills/knowledge/experience)
• Location: onsite in Carson, CA

Job Description:

• Serve as the first point of contact for technical inquiries via phone, email, live chat, or a ticketing system.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic product issues related to installation, configuration, and performance for products such as LED fixtures and lighting control systems.
• Provide pre- and post-sales technical support to sales teams and end-users.
• Document customer interactions, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions clearly and accurately within a ticketing system.
• Escalate complex or unresolved issues to engineering teams and track their progress until resolution.
• Maintain and update internal knowledge base articles and documentation for common issues and solutions.
• Identify errors or omissions in customer facing documentation and work with relevant departments to resolve or improve.
• Stay up-to-date with new product launches, technical specifications, and industry standards by participating in regular training sessions.
• Assist with other technical and product-related tasks as assigned, such as creating wiring diagrams or conducting customer training.
• Assist with onsite customer service visits if required.

Requirements:

• Education: Associate's degree or technical school certification in a related field (e.g., electronics, electrical technology) is preferred.
• Experience: 1+ years of experience in a customer-facing role, preferably in a technical support, customer service, or inside sales position.
• Technical knowledge: Basic understanding of electrical systems, LED lighting, and common troubleshooting techniques is highly desirable. Experience with lighting control systems (e.g., DMX, 0-10V, smart home controls) is a plus.
• Customer service skills: Proven ability to provide excellent service and maintain a positive, patient, and professional attitude, especially during stressful situations.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Problem-solving: Strong analytical and diagnostic skills with keen attention to detail.

Company Description

DMF Lighting designs and builds industry-leading LED downlighting that sets the standard for flexibility, performance, and quality. Founded over 30 years ago, DMF has grown into a leader in the lighting industry, driven by a passion for innovation and customer service.

Our in-house engineers constantly push the boundaries of lighting, delivering products that combine exceptional performance with beautiful design. At DMF, we believe in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture that empowers our team to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a company where creativity and innovation are part of the DNA, DMF is the place for you.

DMF Lighting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Calgon Carbon | A Kuraray Company currently has an opportunity where you can be a part of our growing team as we provide our customers with outstanding products that make the air we breathe and the water we use safe for generations to come.  

Position: Senior Technical Sales Representative
Location: US – Remote West Coast

Excellent Benefits: Medical, dental, prescription & vision, HSA & retirement savings (401k) – Generous Company Match!
Perks: Incentives/bonus plans, competitive pay, paid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks), tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, fun events, learning & development opportunities.  

Hours of work: Full-time position with hours Monday - Friday, typically 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Travel: 50%; air, automobile, and overnight travel to visit customer sites, and company meetings

Responsible for the sale of activated carbon, equipment and services as well as growing and maintaining current business relationships within the defined geographical and/or market specific territories. This position is responsible for municipal and/or industrial sales for various markets such as environmental, chemical, food, drinking water, wastewater, groundwater, and process applications, and requires selling/influencing decision makers in procurement, operations, management, consulting engineers, general contractors, etc. Typical territory revenue responsibility $12-$20 MM (not confined to this range).  This role has more autonomy for managing his/her territory than the TSR IV role.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to)
 

• Prepare and document all sales proposals and customer communications as required by the company and business unit directives. This will include the use of GCRM to record and share meaningful customer and market information, bid results, competitive pricing, and other relevant activities
• Update sales forecast on a regular basis
• Keep the manager informed of all activities, including business threats and opportunities, in the assigned customer and market territory
• Assist with Accounts Receivables as needed
• Expand and strengthen the assigned business portfolio by driving strategic growth initiatives and cultivating high-value relationships across target markets
• Identify and secure new opportunities through proactive engagement, market intelligence, and alignment with organizational objectives
• Deliver exceptional customer service by maintaining a deep understanding of client needs and industry trends
• Build trusted, multi-level relationships with key stakeholders across consulting engineering firms, utilities, and manufacturing companies, ensuring tailored solutions and long-term value through best-in-class business practices
• Conduct all activities with a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental awareness
• Promote safe business practices through professional behavior and by supporting company policies and standards in interactions with customers, partners, and colleagues
• Attend and be involved with market specific conferences and organizations
• Influence/Drive the creation of marketing collateral through communication of market specific needs
• Coordinate and participate in webinars, seminars and/or Lunch and Learns, as needed, to educate customers, prospects, engineering firms, and other stakeholders
• Responsible for the achievement of geographical territory annual sales, profit, and other plan goals
• Conduct regular outbound sales calls to prospect, qualify, and nurture leads, ensuring a full and healthy sales pipeline
• Initiate follow-up calls with prospective and existing clients to build relationships, address needs and advance opportunities through the sales cycle
• Assigned to special projects or initiatives on an as-needed basis
• Organize and/or present relevant technical-based presentations to customers, engineering firms and other market influencers or stakeholders
• Execute market strategies to strengthen Calgon Carbon’s position versus the competition
• Conduct activities in accordance with the marketing plan and sales strategies for assigned customer and market responsibilities
• Actively participate in training activities
   

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.), or equivalent from four-year college or university is required
• An MBA is preferred
• 7-10 years of Technical Sales Experience is required
• Experience in chemical manufacturing/industrial sales is preferred

More about Calgon Carbon, A Kuraray Company 

We are a company of scientific innovators with over 205 patents. For over 75 years, we’ve been innovating solutions to the world’s emerging challenges. Since creating the first activated carbon products from bituminous coal in the 1940s, Calgon Carbon has been a pioneer in developing advanced products, systems and services for air and water purification. Calgon Carbon’s product portfolio now encompasses more than 700 direct market applications. 

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Calgon Carbon employs approximately 1,350 people and operates 20 manufacturing, reactivation, innovation and equipment fabrication facilities in the U.S., Asia, and in Europe, where Calgon Carbon is known as Chemviron. 

Calgon Carbon was acquired by Kuraray in March of 2018. With complementary products and services, the combined organization will continue to focus on providing the highest quality and most innovative activated carbon and filtration media products, equipment, and services to meet customer needs anywhere in the world. 

Calgon Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veteran

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The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in supporting Finance Director in managing accounting operations for two Business Units. This position focuses on inventory control, cost accounting, and audit compliance, ensuring accurate financial reporting and adherence to industry standards. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Pay Range: $105,000.00 to $135,000.00 per year. Final compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

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Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability.

• Strong background in inventory management, cost accounting, and audit support.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Finance or Accounting.
• Formal training and in-depth experience in cost accounting, financial accounting, local, state, and federal tax regulations, and financial analysis & reporting.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Manufacturing environment

• Strong analytical and evaluative skills
• Developed written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills as this team member will interact frequently with personnel outside of accounting and finance department.
• Strong decision-making skills: incumbent needs to analyze and synthesize data, and be able to make decisions without having complete information
• Expert user of Microsoft Office products

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

The Company will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. US Citizenship or Permanent Residence (Green Card) is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Candidate must also pass a basic visual acuity exam.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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We are seeking a motivated and experienced, Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welder to join our aerospace manufacturing team. This position is ideal for individuals who have experience and are eager to grow within a structured and supportive environment. You will assist in the welding, fabrication, and assembly of propellant space tank systems and sub-assemblies.

Pay Range: $40 to $60 per hour.

• Weld, assemble, and fabricate various propellant space tank systems and sub-assembly components using GTAW (TIG) welding methods
• Use precision-calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers to ensure quality and accuracy
• Perform work in accordance with detailed procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Read and interpret technical drawings and manufacturing work instructions
• Utilize various mechanical tools and equipment with minimal supervision
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other heavy equipment safely
• Perform surface preparation processes such as blending, filing, and abrading of flight hardware
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with safety standards
• Support team members with additional duties as required to ensure efficient operations

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of aerospace welding experience
• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical training or certification in TIG welding
• Understanding of GTAW techniques and material weldability
• Ability to read blueprints or technical drawings
• Willingness to learn and follow precise instructions and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively
• Comfortable working with hand tools and shop equipment
• Forklift or crane certification is a plus

Work Environment:

• Aerospace clean room and shop environment
• Exposure to high-precision components and tight tolerances
• Regular lifting of up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods

This position is currently accepting applications.

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Are you an experienced Grind Operator with strong centreless grinding capability in a precision manufacturing environment? Do you want to work on safety critical components where quality and consistency are essential? Are you looking for long term stability and development in a growing aerospace business? If so, this opportunity may be the right next step for you.

This business is a leading aerospace fastener manufacturer supporting highly demanding applications. With fully vertically integrated operations including forging, heat treatment, machining, centreless grinding, thread rolling, NDT and mechanical testing, the operation is built around quality, accountability and continuous improvement.

The purpose of this role is to produce high quality aerospace components using centreless grinding processes, ensuring all parts meet drawing and specification requirements while maintaining safe working practices.

As the Grind Operator your responsibilities will include

• Producing parts using centreless grinding methods that meet drawing and specification requirements
• Verifying machine settings prior to operation
• Following customer and internal work instructions accurately
• Performing basic machine maintenance in line with PM schedules
• Troubleshooting tooling or equipment issues and maintaining shop floor standards

As the Grind Operator you will bring

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong shop maths skills and basic computer literacy
• Three to five years or more of centreless grinding experience
• Experience using inspection equipment including micrometers and calipers
• Background working with manual OM grinders, camout machines or CNC grinders

You will join a business with a positive and supportive culture where people are encouraged to develop and grow. Competitive pay is offered alongside clear long term career opportunity, making this an environment where commitment and skill are genuinely valued.

This role requires the ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs in line with EHS policies, with flexibility to work overtime when required.

All successful applicants will be contacted within two working days.

Job description:

Company Overview

Calnetix Technologies, LLC is dedicated to transforming the energy landscape by developing innovative, high-speed motor generator technologies that promote energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. We partner with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) across diverse industries to enhance existing products and pioneer new markets through cutting-edge solutions.

Overview

We are seeking a Manufacturing Product Engineer with background in Manufacturing to oversee the development, manufacturing and lifecycle management of mechanical components for a key client. This role will interface between internal teams, vendors and the client. You will manage product deliveries, scheduling and technical changes as needed.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical engineering background, hands-on manufacturing experience and experience managing mechanical products from concept to production.

Duties

• Own and manage assigned mechanical component products throughout their lifecycle, from development through production and delivery
• Coordinate with internal engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure product requirements are met
• Manage external vendors and suppliers, including sourcing, technical alignment, timelines, and performance
• Develop and maintain project schedules, production timelines, and delivery plans
• Act as the primary point of contact for the customer, managing expectations, requirements, and ongoing communication
• Ensure products meet cost, quality, and performance targets
• Identify and mitigate technical, schedule, and supply chain risks
• Support design reviews, manufacturing readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Track progress and report status to internal stakeholders and the client

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical product management, manufacturing engineering, or a similar role
• Strong background in mechanical systems, with experience in motors, stators, magnetic bearings, or related electromechanical components preferred
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience working with suppliers and contract manufacturers
• Strong project management skills, including scheduling and timeline management
• Some proficiency in Solidworks is a plus
• Use of MS Office tools for productivity and Project scheduling is necessary

Position Summary:

Who we are: AGSE is a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of aerospace ground support equipment, serving the world’s top aerospace organizations. We are in the midst of a cultural transformation, moving from tribal knowledge and manual reactive processes to a data-driven, standardized, and continuously improving operation. This is your chance to join a team that is committed to real change, not just “checking the box” on Lean.

What You’ll Do: You will be an active partner in driving our transformation—building systems, not just projects. Your focus will be on embedding continuous improvement as a mindset at every level, not just as a set of tools. Your day-to-day will combine process analysis, hands-on problem solving, cross-functional coaching, and project execution, with a direct line to senior leadership.

You won’t just analyze; you’ll implement, teach, and sustain.

Responsibilities: Essential Duties:

· Lead Improvement Projects: Identify, plan, and execute high-impact Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation projects focused on operational bottlenecks (quality escapes, long prep times, inefficient assembly, etc.).

· Drive Standardization: Document tribal knowledge into robust SOPs and work instructions; pilot and roll out digital work instruction tools and visual management boards.

· Coach & Train: Deliver hands-on Lean/CI training for operators, leads, and supervisors, focusing on practical skills (problem solving, process mapping, visual management, mistake-proofing, etc.).

· Data-Driven Action: Design meaningful KPIs, collect and analyze shopfloor data (scrap, rework, cycle times, downtime, OTD, etc.), and implement root cause analysis and countermeasures.

· Champion Digital Tools: Work with AI, automation, and analytics tools (Power Automate, ERP integrations, Excel, Power BI) to move the factory toward a paperless, digitally enabled environment.

· Facilitate Change: Run kaizen events, lead daily/weekly Gemba walks, facilitate feedback loops, and support the development of a true continuous improvement culture.

· Collaborate Across Functions: Partner with Quality, Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to drive cross-functional initiatives and standardize processes.

· Tackle Real Problems: Address recurring issues like final inspection escapes, part marking accuracy, FOD/scratches, material flow, and inefficiencies in manual-heavy processes.

· Measure and Report Savings: Continuous improvement impacts in terms of dollars saved, hours reduced, and risk mitigated; report out to leadership and stakeholders.

Work Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA. 100% Onsite work. No remote nor hybrid availability for this role.

Expertise: Knowledge & Skills:

· 3+ years of hands-on experience in a Lean/Continuous Improvement, manufacturing, or operations engineering role.

· Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing (5S, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, Poka-Yoke, Visual Management), Six Sigma (DMAIC, root cause analysis), and process mapping.

· Track record of driving real improvements, measurable cost savings, cycle time reductions, quality improvements.

· Experience creating and implementing Standard Work, SOPs, and operator-level training.

· Familiarity or experience with digital tools for shop floor (Power BI, Excel, Power Automate, digital checklists, etc.).

· Excellent communication, coaching, and facilitation skills; able to work at all levels from shop floor to leadership.

· Highly self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision, and thrives in a dynamic, hands-on environment.

· Certification in Lean, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), or equivalent experience is highly preferred.

Nice to Have

· Experience supporting or leading ERP transitions (Epicor, Global Shop, etc.).

· Exposure to AI, automation, or advanced manufacturing technologies.

· Background in aerospace, heavy fabrication, or complex assembly environments.

· Experience implementing digital work instruction systems or MES.

· Knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100 QMS requirements.

Required:

· Bachelor’s degree in: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.

· Manufacturing engineering experience a must

· Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean, Quality, or other related certification preferred.

· Onsite role. No hybrid nor remote work available for this role

· Ability to work non-standard schedule as needed.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Noise Intensity: Moderate
• Occasionally: Office environment, Production/manufacturing environment, Warehouse environment

Pay Range: $90,000 - $120,000 plus a discretionary bonus.

While a Company bonus is not guaranteed, this position’s maximum bonus percentage range can be up to 10% of base salary.

Company bonuses are not guaranteed and are based on your performance, the department’s performance and/or the Company’s financial results.

AGSE is required by law in certain jurisdictions to include a pay scale in the job posting for this position. "Pay scale" means the salary or hourly range that AGSE reasonably expects to pay for this position; it is neither a promise nor a guarantee of the compensation that the successful candidate will receive. The pay scale for this position considers the wide range of factors that AGSE considers in making compensation decisions, including, without limitation: skill set, experience, and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Please note that it is not typical for AGSE employees to be at or near the top of the pay scale for their role - especially as a new hire - and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Project Manager I – Telecom/Network/MDF

Work Location: Los Angeles, CA

Are you ready to lead high-visibility campus technology projects that shape how thousands of students and staff connect, learn, and stay safe? Do you want to strengthen your reputation by delivering complex telecom and network systems from concept through construction and turnover?

The role

This is your opportunity to manage large, publicly funded capital projects ranging from $1M to $25M. You will oversee 5–10 concurrent projects and guide telecom, security, network, and audiovisual systems from early planning through final activation.

In this onsite Los Angeles role, you will become the go-to technical leader between project teams, IT stakeholders, design consultants, and contractors. Your work will directly influence campus operations, safety systems, and learning environments.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Lead full lifecycle delivery of structured cabling, VoIP, security, AV, and network infrastructure projects
• Define clear technology scope during design and protect it throughout construction
• Review drawings and specifications to prevent field conflicts and costly revisions
• Manage equipment and infrastructure budgets to keep projects financially on track
• Guide procurement activities and evaluate contractor proposals and change requests
• Oversee installation, integration, testing, and commissioning to ensure systems work together seamlessly
• Coordinate BDF/MDF/IDF buildouts, pathway planning, grounding, labeling, and standards compliance
• Support operational turnover, documentation, and end-user readiness

You will gain exposure to districtwide VoIP migrations, access control systems, emergency communications, mass notification platforms, UPS resiliency systems, and advanced audiovisual environments. Each successful project strengthens your technical depth and leadership profile.

About our company

At PMCS Group, Inc., we’ve built our reputation on over 70 years of combined industry experience and a team of 130+ professionals with deep expertise in construction, engineering, architecture, and inspection. We don’t just manage projects—we deliver them to the highest standard, on time and within budget.

We’re proud to partner with clients such as the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), California State University (CSU) campuses, and other public agencies. Our work has a direct impact on communities, improving educational facilities and public infrastructure across California.

The Benefits

• PTO: 120 hours annually (vacation/sick time), accrual starts on day one, available after 30 days.
• Holidays: 8 paid holidays per year, including New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
• Insurance: 100% coverage for employee’s Medical, Dental, and Vision, with additional costs for dependents and enhanced plans (Kaiser and Anthem Blue Cross options).
• 401(k) Savings Plan: 100% match up to 3%, plus 50% of the next 2% (fully vested immediately).
• Professional Development: Up to $1,000 annually for license/certification renewals and qualifying education.
• Parking: Parking provided, up to $100/month if applicable.

The person

You bring:

• 3+ years of experience managing technology projects in capital construction or facilities environments
• Experience coordinating technology scope within design and construction documents
• Strong budgeting, cost control, and change management skills
• Hands-on knowledge of structured cabling, VoIP, security, or audiovisual systems
• Familiarity with public procurement processes

Preferred:

• PMP certification
• Experience in community college facilities
• Network certifications (PanGen, Sumitomo, Siemon, Cisco, Aruba)

What’s next

If you are ready to lead complex campus technology projects and strengthen your impact in Los Angeles, apply today.

Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.

Job Summary:

The Product Manager is responsible for developing and executing product strategy plans that deliver new innovative solutions, achieve sales objectives, and strategically position Makita USA in a leadership role. This position requires a thorough understanding of the market, competition, trades, end user’s needs, applications, business trends, channels of distribution, and product price positioning for their respective category. This individual will be a product leader working cross-functionally to deliver their category vision and strategy for Makita USA.

Salary: $95,000 – $120,000 per year

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Manage product development portfolio strategies to include new product development roadmaps and existing product portfolios to align with the company’s vision and objectives.
• Understand product life cycles to create planning processes and timelines to develop new products.
• Manage the overall product development process from ideation to processing the necessary steps and approvals to the implementation and product launch.
• Thoroughly understands primary applications for all related products and accessories while understanding the current competitor’s product strengths, weaknesses, assortments, and marketing strategies.
• Have complete knowledge and assessment of the market, both targeting users and dealer requirements, including current trends, size of the user segments, building code requirements, market opportunities, and geographical strengths to develop strategies to position and develop products that lead the market.
• Establish and employ product innovation positioning with attribute planning that articulates the value proposition to our targeted users.
• Lead/support cross-functional (research) development teams that may include engineering, sales, marketing, logistics, purchasing, outside research firms, and others to develop further new/refreshing products and promotional tactics.
• Responsible for increasing category revenue and profit by developing new products, enhancing products/solutions, implementing promotional activity, and developing/creating sales aids to further build user awareness and brand energy.
• Develop promotional strategies along with the marketing team for new and sustaining products that reinforce the Brand and value to both targeted users and dealers.
• Monitor workflow, milestones, and processes to ensure timelines and deadlines are achieved.
• Deliver product presentations to key customers, trade press, and attend required trade shows.
• Determine annual forecasts and sales budgets for related product categories.
• Strong time management, project management, and strategic planning skills while having a clear vision of the “big picture”.
• Support the quality improvement process by working closely with the QC team by assisting at the field, service, and user levels.

Skills Required:

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Marketing experience, including advertising, copy development, working with graphic designers, etc.
• Product management experience, including launching products, ideally in a related industry, such as construction or building products.
• Strong familiarity with power tools, perhaps as a contractor or trades professional, or at a manufacturer or retailer of power tools.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

This position will sometimes work in an open office setting that is quiet and fast-paced and fosters continuous learning while operating under high demand/volume. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Travel:

40% travel may be required for this position, which includes overnight stays in some cities where events are being held.

Education and/or Experience Desired:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a college or university, or equivalent professional institution.
• Master’s degree in marketing, Business, or related discipline preferred.
• We will also consider non-degreed candidates with significant and highly relevant experience.
• 5+ years in product management or similar industry experience.
• Previous experience with both retail and distribution channels is preferred.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Required to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Required to regularly stand; walk; and stoop, bend, or reach above head.
• Required to frequently sit.
• May be required to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to ascend and descend stairs.
• Continuously reach out to sort miscellaneous items.
• Physically & mentally able to work in an environment that may be subjected to strict deadlines and multiple projects.
• May be subjected to working extended and/or irregular hours.

Our Benefits Include:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
• Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice

Financial Security

• Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
• Company branded vehicle provided
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
• Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
• Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
• Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!

Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!

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This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or a family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.