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Work culture matters. It matters because the work we do impacts not only our quality of life, but also the lives of those who matter most to us. And we take that pretty seriously. To that point, we care personally, celebrate our successes and welcome being challenged directly. And, most importantly, we do it all as a team. If that makes sense to you and you re driven and enthusiastic, join our team as a Technical Sales Representative.
Who are TTE/MSCED/TRD? We are Gemini Group companies and industry leaders in aluminum extrusion tooling. We are not generalist CNC machining operations. WE ARE ALUMINUM EXTRUSION TOOLING SPECIALISTS. This means aluminum extrusion companies count on us for the design, engineer, and manufacture of all-things-aluminum extrusion related, including: hollow and solid extrusion dies, bolsters, die rings, dummy blocks, stems, shear blades, die slides (saddles), containers, die shop equipment, and so much more. To that point, we count it a privilege to walk the production floor alongside our customers, working shoulder-to-shoulder to tackle their toughest tooling challenges. We are Aluminum Extrusion Tooling made in the USA.
Working remotely, the Technical Sales Account Representative will work to grow profitable sales in the aluminum extrusion tooling market. The ideal candidate will be passionate about fast paced business growth, is energized by the prospect of solving aluminum extrusion tooling problems and is comfortable interfacing with die shop and plant managers.
Michigan based. Manufacturing obsessed. Gemini Group.
To learn more, visit: geminigroup.net
What winning looks like:
- Building relationships by meeting regularly with aluminum extrusion tooling decision makers, including die shop supervisors, extrusion managers, maintenance managers, extrusion engineers, and tooling purchasers
- Diagnosing tooling failure modes as well as identifying workable solutions for increasing throughput, extending die life and reducing tooling cost
- Developing and executing an individual sales strategy and objectives to achieve sales goals
- Effectively managing customer relationships to appropriately resolve open issues while developing a progressive business relationship
- Accurately reporting on opportunity pipeline, status, and opportunity scope
Skills needed to win:
- Preferred: Engineering and/or Business Degree w/ 8+ years of technical sales and/or engineering experience in the aluminum extrusion industry
- Considered: Associate s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and 12 years related experience and/or training in the aluminum extrusion industry
- Technical knowledge related to:
- Aluminum Extrusion Tooling: hollow and solid dies, bolsters, die rings, dummy blocks, stems, shear blades, die slides(saddles), containers, etc.
- Aluminum Extrusion Equipment: extrusion presses, extrusion processes, die ovens, aluminum quenching, etc.
- Tooling and die steel grades as well as surface treatments
- Blueprints, 2D CAD files and 3D models
- Best practice manufacturing methods as it relates to CNC machining operations: milling, lathe, EDM and grinding
- Communicating feedback on tooling related issues to external and internal customers
- Availability to travel on short notice and up to 40%
What will put you ahead?
- High Integrity - there is never a right time to do the wrong thing
- Hungry - high energy and self-motivated
- Humble - a team player
- Smart - a creative problem solver
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong leadership skills
Did you know?
- Gemini Group's family of manufacturing companies has 1,400+ team members (one of the largest employers in Michigan's "Thumb")
- 600 million+ components and assemblies produced and shipped annually
- 500+ customers
- 18 locations throughout US and MX
- Michigan based and always will be.
- Privately held not private equity. We're in it for the long haul.
What do we have to offer:
- Competitive salary + uncapped, annual performance-based bonus
- Company vehicle OR mileage reimbursement
- Excellent health & insurance benefits
- 401(k) match and profit sharing
- Flexible schedule
- Ongoing personal and professional development training
- Core values that promote work-life balance and a self-employed mentality
- Working with amazing people and in a culture where we recognize each other's wins and celebrate together
- Highly collaborative environment
So, are you ready? Are you ready to join our winning team? Admittedly, any decision to make a change is not without risk. As such, maybe it makes sense for us to have some discussion around fit? At the end of the day, you'll know more about us and we'll both know whether or not this is the right fit. Either way, a great way to get the conversation rolling is by applying.