Technical Engineer

Gladding McBean in Lincoln, CA is a manufacturer of vitrified clay pipe for sewers, clay roof tile, piazza clay floor tile, glazed terra cotta pottery, architectural terra cotta, sacked mortar clay, chimney tops and caps. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies

Technical Engineer

Salary Range $90,000 - $95,000 Annually DOE 

• Do you want a “Career” not just a job?
• Are you a Team Player who thrives on learning from others to become an expert in your field?
• Do you excel in a fast-paced work environment?
• Do you want to be part of a company that is the technological leader in North America in producing concrete masonry products?  If so, we want to talk to you!

WHAT THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE: 

Under the supervision of the Operation Manager, this position supports the Vitrified Clay Pipe Sales group in all areas of supervision; and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s Degree (Business-related major preferred)
• Five years’ sales experience and five years’ managerial experience, preferably in building materials industry.
• Exhibit leadership that earns the respect of subordinates, peers and upper management.
• Provide strategic direction as it relates to Sales and Marketing.
• A management philosophy that emphasizes coaching and training.
• Familiarity with sales representative incentive plans.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with customers, internal personnel and industry associates.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Effective listening skills.
• Effective reading and comprehension skills.
• Basic math skills and ability to utilize spreadsheets in analysis.
• Ability to understand and act upon financial information, including sales and expense budgets.
• Ability to analyze sales and margin data to identify trends and optimize market share and profitability.
• Ability to operate PC, tablet, smart phone, projector.
• Effectively utilize Office software including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to run, comprehend and analyze sales and margin reports generated from SAP.
• Ability to operate automobile, copier, facsimile, scanner, and any other equipment required to perform duties 
• Must have a valid CA Driver’s license (Required for – Class A, B, C with Haz Mat Endorsement. Any employee who drives on your organization’s behalf – Office Staff, Sales Reps, etc.)
• Must have a valid Passport

1. Predictable and Regular attendance is required.

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.

• Standing, walking, sitting, talking/listening, reaching with hands and arms.
• Bend at the waist and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Approximately 50% of air and automobile travel time required.
• Regular attendance is required.         

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

• Office environment with moderate noise.
• Plant environment with loud noise, moving machinery, dusty, dirty.
• Extreme temperatures
• Outdoor weather conditions on jobsites.
• Business-related travel including air and automobile.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• On the job training will be provided!
• GREAT Benefits!  Accrue up-to 80 hours vacation your first year!
• Selected candidate for this position is subject to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Check us out at:  www.gladdingmcbean.com

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace