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Order Entry Representative (part-time)

  • We are seeking an initiative-taking and detail-oriented Order Entry Representative to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurately and efficiently processing customer orders, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining excellent customer service. This is a permanent, part-time position requiring a minimum of three 8-hour days per week (M, T, & F), day shift.

    • Enter order details accurately into the order entry system by following written instructions and procedures.

    • Verify customer information, process requirements and pricing.

    • Coordinate with the planning team to ensure timely order fulfillment.

    • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.

    • Self-check work for accuracy

    • Proactively supports Clemco values, principles, and behaviors: Courage, One Clemco, Always Learning and Improving, We Own It, Strong Desire to Help Others and Humility.

    • Detail-oriented process improver - Critical thinker who naturally sees opportunities to develop and optimize work processes – finding ways to simplify, standardize, and automate.

    • Diligent implementer - Utilize skills of a cross functional team to drive improvements.

    • Proactive problem solver - Desire to identify problems and drive to get to the root cause, effectively implementing changes, improving accuracy, and efficiency.

    • Humble leader – Through servant leadership, provides guidance and innovative ideas to lead new projects.

    • Excellent grammar and language skills

    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

    • Ability to work independently and part of a team

    • Process improvement experience.

Quality Inpector

  • Inspects and tests components and products for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments and testing equipment. Inspects products for conformity to customer’s specifications using measuring instruments. Visually examines product. Verifies dimensions of product using micrometers, gauges, tapes, and templates. Prepares reports.

    • Inspects and approves incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, and rejecting and returning unacceptable materials

    • Inspects in-process production by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, communicating required adjustments to production supervisor, lead or appropriate point of contact

    • Approves finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, returning products for re-work, and confirming re-work

    • Coordinates with Purchasing on vendor activity through Material Review Report (MRRs) or other reports as required

    • Inspects and reviews for disposition customer returns based on quality defects. Follows through to see that proper disposition is carried out and inventory is handled accordingly.

    • Prepares, fills out and distributes necessary reports (i.e. A3, data report, metrics, inspection records, etc.)

    • Inspects procedures of the entire production cycle to ensure they are efficient and comply with quality standards

    • Guides the production team about why quality control concerns, or test failures, occur and how to improve product excellence

    • Analyzes data for trends (Averages, Pareto analysis, etc.)

    • May attend seminars or other training to keep skills up to date

    • May work in other areas from time to time as assigned

    • Seeks out and implements continuous quality improvements

    • Actively participates in LEAN activities such as PDCA, A-3, and Root Cause Analysis activities

    • Demonstrates flexibility when asked to take on new things

  • Job is inside, but area is not climate controlled as tractor trailer delivery doors are open periodically throughout the day. Must follow established safety rules to prevent injury to self and others. Protective equipment, assistance with lifting, and respirators required for some tasks; all PPE is provided by Clemco. Job requires nearly continual standing, moderate physical exertion, and continuous attention to detail. Lifting could be up to 50 pounds; help and appropriate protective equipment is available. Continuous mental and visual attention are required for safety and to maintain required tolerances.

    • Must have experience in Quality Inspection, Assurance or Control in a manufacturing environment to be considered as an external candidate.

    • Internal candidates who have at least three years’ experience in Welding, Cabinet Assembly or Component Assembly will also be considered.

    • Knowledge and use of normal tools including measuring devices (caliper, micrometer, pressure gauge, etc.) within 30 days of hire

    • Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications

    • Ability to communicate effectively and get along well with people

    • Ability to analyze data and identify trends that may point to a recurring quality problem

    • Must be self-motivated and flexible

    • Basic mathematical arithmetic

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, and Excel)

    • Ability to do detailed record keeping and reporting as required

    • Must be available to work up to 2 hours of overtime when needed

Machine Builder

  • Builds standard and custom abrasive blasting cabinets

    • Assembles and installs standard equipment

    • Builds and installs electrical and electronic circuitry from schematics, detailed drawings or other instructions

    • Installs PLCs and other electronics

    • Uses machine tools, hand tools, multimeters, tow motor, overhead crane and forklifts as needed to accomplish the work

    • May assist with dismantling equipment after it has been tested to assist in the shipping process when necessary

    • Proactively works to gain knowledge of other departments, troubleshooting standard or project equipment from drawings or sketches with the mentoring and guidance of more senior or highly skilled technicians

    • Seeks out and implements continuous quality improvements

    • Actively participates in LEAN activities such as PDCA, A-3, and Root Cause Analysis activities

    • Collaborates with leads, supervisors, senior level and highly skilled technicians to develop solutions for customers, demonstrate the equipment’s operations, and find shipping solutions to best protect the equipment during transfer to distributors or customers

    • May attend seminars or other training to keep skills up to date

    • Some candidates may be eligible for formal apprenticeship classes as well

    • Demonstrates flexibility when asked to take on new things

  • Job is inside, but area is not climate controlled as tractor trailer delivery doors are open periodically throughout the day. Must follow established safety rules to prevent injury to self and others. Protective equipment, assistance with lifting, and respirators required for some tasks; all PPE is provided by Clemco. Job requires nearly continual standing, moderate physical exertion, and continuous attention to detail. Lifting could be up to 50 pounds; help and appropriate protective equipment is available. Continuous mental and visual attention are required for safety and to maintain required tolerances.

  • Apprenticeship level requirements:

    • High school diploma or GED

    • High level of mechanical aptitude to learn and perform moderately complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical components to efficiently build our standard equipment

    • A working knowledge of basic machine tools

    • General knowledge of mechanics

    • Conscientious safety mindset

    • Great attention to detail

    • Computer literacy and ability/willingness to learn more

    Skilled levels require:

    • Degree is helpful, but not required

    • Completion of Apprenticeship program or Associates degree will ultimately be required to progress in the role

    • Some level of formal education related to engineering or manufacturing is highly beneficial to start

    • Troubleshooting skills and experience required

    • NEC & UL508a knowledge a plus

    • Good working understanding of electricity and electrical components

    • Must be able to read and apply electrical schematics, mechanical and/or electrical drawings and ladder diagrams

    • Experience in operating a forklift and overhead crane may be required in some areas

    • Working knowledge of PLCs, programming, machinery sequences of operations, HMI, Ethernet/IP, relays, power supplies, electricity (480VAC, 240VAC, 120VAC, 24VDC)

    • Computer skills

    • HMI and PLC downloads

    • Ethernet troubleshooting

    • Ladder Logic

Field Sales Manager

  • Clemco is looking for an engaging, experienced, energized Field Sales Manager (FSM) for our Northeast US territory. If you have a track record of at least 5 years of successful manufacturing sales, especially if it is in a technical area focusing on automation and surface preparation, and you are looking for a long-term partnership with a company that will treat you well, Clemco may be a place you want to check out.

    Our team needs an FSM who has a degree or the equivalent in experience and education. (We would love you to have Engineering background, but it is not required.) We have channel partners that bring us work from 55 countries, but we still need you to be a proactive (hungry) sales professional.

    We have internal technical sales staff, but we still need you to be supportive and diligent about paperwork and entering data in our sales funnel (humble.) We have a set of values and principles that guide our behavior, and we will need to be sure you are comfortable with how we do business (smart.)

    If you are hungry, humble and smart, you may be exactly who we need.

  • Responsibilities Specific to This Role

    • Educate distributors on how to sell and support Clemco offerings (complement to formal training program).

    • Ensure distributors have the right product literature and reference material.

    • Support distributors in selling Clemco to end users (e.g., ride-alongs).

    • Conduct pre-sale activity for custom projects (e.g., requirements gathering, communicating the Clemco offering) and close them.

    • Create budget estimates for complex opportunities.

    • Manage assigned projects within sales funnel.

    Responsibilities of All Sales Team Members

    • Effectively collaborate with value stream and functional leadership to ensure alignment with overall business priorities.

    • Work collaboratively and actively with the sales (demand creation) team to support other members of the team.

    • Engage with all of Clemco in pursuit of their overall strategic goals, specifically with engineering, manufacturing, marketing and product managers.

    • Internally and externally reinforce the One Clemco culture and values: transparency, open dialogue and respect.

    • Ensure quality concerns are addressed promptly and transparently, including the end user in the conversation about how the problem is being corrected and will be prevented in the future.

    • Analyze revenue, end user and distributor data/trends; make recommendations for improvements and share internally as appropriate.

    • Strong internal and external communication / collaboration

    • Results-orientation

    • Focus on continuous learning and teaching

  • Prerequisites

    • 5 years' minimum experience in Sales (demand creation) within a manufacturing environment utilizing an indirect sales approach

    • Bachelor’s degree (Engineering preferred) or equivalent education and experience

    Travel: Up tp 50%

Field Service Engineer/Technician

  • Clemco Industries is hiring a Field Service Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing on-site technical support to customers, ensuring the successful installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial equipment.

    • Schedules and performs installation and startup of industrial blast equipment across the US and occasionally internationally (includes up to 50% travel)

    • Serves as the liaison with Clemco's customers in the field

    • Maintains or repairs highly complex surface preparation equipment and software systems

    • Trains customers and coworkers on the equipment, operation and set up

    • Works on the shop floor building or testing abrasive blast equipment between trips

    • Writes technical manuals, instructions, data sheets and test reports

    • AAS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent (Engineer candidates with Field Service interest are encouraged to apply. Starting rates are adjusted accordingly.)

    • Must be willing to foster, model and support Clemco's Purpose, Values and Behaviors

    • 2 or more years industrial equipment experience

    • Working knowledge of:

    • Electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems

    • PLCs

    • Industrial ventilation beneficial

    • Blue prints, drawings and manuals

    • MUST BE WILLING TO TRAVEL UP TO 50%. Most travel is by air to US locations. Home nearly all weekends. 

    • Customer facing so good communication and approach

    • Critical thinking/problem solving skills

  • Schedule:

    • Day shift

    • Monday to Friday

    • Overtime

    Education:

    • Associate (Required)

    Experience:

    • Mechanical Engineering: 2 years (Required)

    Willingness to travel:

    • 50% (Required)

    Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, MO 63090

EH&S Engineer

  • Position Title: EH&S Engineer Job Description

    Department: Administration

    Reports To: Chief Operations Officer

    WHO WE ARE: We are a leading innovator in the surface preparation industry, dedicated to advancing safety and environmental excellence in both our manufacturing processes and product designs. Our mission is to drive operational excellence, enhance sustainability, and actively support our communities. If you're ready to embrace new challenges and make a significant impact, we invite you to become a part of our forward-thinking team.

    • Develop and implement cutting-edge safety protocols and environmental policies based on advanced EH&S principles and technologies.

    • Understanding global EH&S requirements.

    • Utilize modern safety management software to monitor, analyze, and report on safety performance, compliance, and incident investigations.

    • Design and deliver comprehensive safety training programs, focusing on both operational safety and environmental responsibility.

    • Conduct in-depth risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and opportunities for process improvements.

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure EH&S considerations are integrated into new product designs and manufacturing processes.

    • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and manage regulatory requirements for both domestic and international product entry.

    • Maintain all necessary permits, licenses, and records for a steel equipment fabrication environment.

    • Lead Root Cause Analysis for safety incidents, developing and implementing corrective and preventive measures to avoid recurrence.

    • Develop and support a Health and Wellness program to promote overall employee well-being.

    • Train and mentor employees on best practices for safety and environmental management, ensuring effective implementation of safety procedures.

    • Stay informed about new EH&S regulations and industry trends, integrating relevant updates into company practices.

    • Consult with engineering, manufacturing, and other departments to address and resolve complex safety and environmental issues.

    • Become the go-to expert on the safe use of abrasives in the surface preparation industry.

    • Travel up to 10% domestically for site assessments, audits, and training as required.

    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    • Passionate Safety Advocate: Deeply committed to environmental health and safety, with a proactive approach to developing and improving safety protocols and practices.

    • Detail-Oriented Problem Solver: Expert in identifying risks, analyzing processes, and implementing effective solutions to enhance safety and ensure compliance.

    • Organized Project Manager: Proficient in planning, executing, and managing safety-related projects, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.

    • Proactive Learner: Dedicated to staying current with the latest EH&S regulations and best practices, and eager to adapt and share new insights with the team.

    • Collaborative Team Player: Effective in working with engineers, manufacturing teams, sales, distributors, and end-users to uphold safety and environmental standards.

    • Knowledgeable Educator: Skilled in interpreting and applying regulations, standards, and codes, with the capability to provide clear guidance and become an expert in the safe use of abrasives within our industry.

    • Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field.

    • Relevant certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or Certified Standards Professional (CSP) preferred or attainable.

    • Experience working with international, federal, state, and local authorities to secure and maintain approvals, licenses, permits, and certifications.

    • Experience in collaborative equipment design and integrating EH&S programs into PQDC (People, Quality, Delivery, Cost) visual management environments.

    • Ability to publish in trade journals and present at industry and government conferences.

    If you are passionate about safety and environmental management and are ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to create a safer and more sustainable future.

Mechanical Design Engineer

  • The Mechanical Design Engineer will design new products and improve existing products using their knowledge of mechanical design, technology, materials, and manufacturing processes. The Engineer is responsible for engineering new and existing products, helping to launch new products, CAD modeling/designing, producing prototypes, and factory testing the designs. Will work in a team environment, often consulting with other engineers, manufacturing, and product managers.

    • Reviews customer specifications to identify engineering requirements, including accessories

    • Prepares mechanical designs with 3D CAD software

    • Prepares general arrangement drawings for customer review

    • Performs design review and technical discussions with customers as required, explaining or resolving technical matters

    • Performs structural design and calculations

    • Performs industrial ventilation calculations

    • Prepares bill of materials (BOMs) and bill of routing.

    • Prepares manufacturing technical drawings for production

    • Researches and develops solutions for improvements to current product lines

    • Specifies system components or direct modification of products

    • Ensures designs conform to engineering design standards and practices as well as agreed upon specifications

    • Provides manufacturing support and assistance for product and prototype build

    • As may be necessary, assists with the building of machinery utilizing parts, tools, fasteners, etc.

    • As may be necessary, provides design and technical guidance to other members of the engineering team

    • Fosters and supports an environment that:

    • Supports and encourages Clemco Business systems (CBS, Clemco values and LEAN processes

    • Continually reinforces One Clemco culture

    • Demonstrates concern for safety, quality, efficiency and on-time delivery

    • Assists in training less experienced team members or serves as a subject matter expert in one or more area of expertise in Engineering and within the company

    • Collaborates effectively with Safety, Quality, leadership and all team members

    • Uses the Plan-Do-Check-Act model, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the goals, priorities and strategies of the organization

    • Passionate innovator. Desire to learn and try new things. Willingness to challenge status quo and to develop future standard designs and processes.

    • Detail-oriented process improvers. Critical thinkers who naturally see opportunities to develop and optimize work processes – finding ways to simplify, standardize, and automate.

    • Diligent task managers. Utilize skills of a cross functional team to drive innovation. Ability to plan your own schedule, communicate that schedule, and maintain that schedule.

    • Proactive problem solver. Desire to identify problems in either design or process and drive to get to the root cause.

    • Humble learner. Willingness to fail, acknowledge failure, and to learn from that failure. Ability to communicate learnings to rest of team.

  • Education and Experience:

    • BS Degree in Engineering required (Mechanical or Electrical or Automation Engineering Preferred)

    • 3 + years’ experience in LEAN manufacturing also preferred

    Knowledge of systems and processes that would be beneficial in the role:

    • Structural Design (Material Selection, Metallurgical and Mechanical Properties of Materials, Assembly Methods, Door Design, Sealing / Gasket Design, etc.)

    • Design for X (Manufacturability, Quality, Cost, Service, etc.)

    • Fluid Control (Water Filtration, Steam Generation, Humidity Control)

    • Component Selection and Sizing (Motors, Gears, Belts, Fan Curve, etc.)

    • Calculations (Stress, Torque, etc.)

    • Systems Engineering (Product Architecture, Integration of Sub Systems, Cause And Effect Analysis, Risk Analysis)

    • Finite Element Analysis

    • Design Analysis (Force, Pressures, Acceleration, Force, Vibration)

    • Inventor Drawings (Dimensioning Patterns, View Creating, etc.)

    • Inventor Parts & Sheet Metal (Model Optimization, Appropriate Use of Configurations, etc.)

    • Inventor Assemblies (Top Down Assembly, Bottom Up Assembly, Design Intent, Interference Detection, etc.)

    • Vault (Check In, Check Out, Search, Transition, etc.)

    • AutoCAD

    • Drafting (Completeness and Accuracy Verification, Compliance with Duke Standards, etc.)

    Work location is in Washington, Missouri