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• Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Full Tuition Reimbursement

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Position Available:       International Sales Coordinator-Latin America

Department:                 International Sales - Concrete Products

This entry level position will also manage certain projects; follow up on quotations and orders; perform various marketing tasks.  The International Sales Coordinator will be the main point of contact with Sales Representatives and Customers for conventional day-to-day communications and activities.  Position is designed to train and prepare coordinator for eventual International Sales role within the company.

Responsibilities:

• Receive, review, and qualify all requests for quotes for major equipment
• Coordinate with appropriate departments to develop technical solutions and convey these to the Sales Representative and Customers
• Follow up on quotes with the Sales Representatives and Customers advising them of delivery times
• Ensures shipments are complete and on time
• Conduct industry and market research which can help both Columbia and clients in their goals
• Level One (1) and Level Two (2) Project Management
• Follow up with warranty issues and ensure they are taken care of in a timely manner
• Monitor the status of orders and follow up on any problem areas; attend Production Meetings
• Monitor quotes that are sent to Sales Representatives and Customers and report status back to International Sales Director
• Assist International Sales Director in conducting relevant marketing research and developing/implementing market strategies
• Maximizes the efficiency of the department
• Maximizes the probability of success within each phase of projects

Skills:

• Fluent in Spanish including; reading, writing and speaking
• Strong technical aptitude
• Strong sales aptitude
• Strong communication skills: oral, written, and electronic
• Desire and ability to travel internationally
• Ability to develop project schedules and keep projects on schedule
• Ability to develop project budgets and keep projects on budget
• Ability in analyzing and planning workflow
• Ability in analyzing job results
• Ability in maintaining production schedules, on multiple and simultaneous projects
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook

Education:

• BS Degree in Marketing or Business Administration

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Position Available:       Electrical Engineer

Department:                 Electrical Engineering:  Turmac

Responsibilities:

• Prepare Bills of Material for electrical panels and machine components.
• Design, check and modify electrical schematics, panel layouts, device layout and cable/installation layouts.
• Check, modify, and create new program PLC programs.
• Spec out hardware.
• Check and modify Operator Interface programs.
• Start-up and test run equipment on the assembly floor and occasionally in the field.
• Participate in Value Analysis (VA) sessions.
• Write and modify technical manuals.
• Regularly interface with the engineering team to share technical expertise.
• Train customers and service representatives (some travel required).

Skills:

• Knowledge of concrete product machinery and controls desired.
• Experience with programming PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and motor controls.
• Experience with Panelview, Panelview +  and Panelmate software preferred.
• Understands UL, CSA, CE, NEC, NFPA and related codes and their regulation requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer focused approach to engineering.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply the latest technologies.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects to meet production schedule requirements.
• Ability to resolve problems and follow through with all concerned parties.

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineer is preferred.  Equivalent training and experience will be considered.
• 4-7 years experience in design and implementation of industrial controls.

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Position Available:       Field Service Representative-Concrete Products    

Department:                  Customer Service Department - CP        

Responsibilities:

• Support field sales reps with customer courtesy calls, small installations, and troubleshooting/repairs of customer equipment. 
• Assist installers and field service engineers with installation and commissioning of major equipment and plant packages
• Provide support of installed equipment
• Provide daily reports to Service Manager
• Represent Columbia in a professional manner

Skills:

• Working knowledge of PLC and Relay controls
• Working knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Motor controls and starters
• Welding, rigging, and general mechanical ability
• Able to train our customers to operate and maintain our equipment
• Block making experience
• Ability to troubleshoot (electrically and mechanically) all Columbia equipment

General Traits:

• High work ethic, team player, goal-oriented, continuous improvement and customer focused
• Strong organizational and problem solving skills
• Must be able to work well under pressure
• Willing to travel

Education:

• Field Service/ Installation.
• 5 years relevant experience.

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