Job Description

Description

Jergens, Inc. has been a strong presence in the manufacturing industry for over 75 years, becoming one of the world’s largest manufacturers of standard tooling components, vises and other workholding equipment. Jergens has career opportunities for anyone interested in manufacturing and we are looking for individuals who are motivated, team-oriented, and passionate about growing or starting their career in manufacturing!

Our work culture:

Jergens, Inc., is a privately owned manufacturer founded by the Schron Family in 1942. Headquartered in Cleveland, OH, Jergens has a global reach, with activities across 4 continents and 30+ countries around the world.

Through the many changes over the past 75 years, one thing has remained a constant – the core values of Jergens. A dedication to:

· Honesty

· Hard work

· Excellence in all we do

These values are the foundation upon which the company was built, the standard for how every Jergens employee conducts themselves today and will continue to set the direction into the future as we continue to grow our family of employees.

About Jergens, Inc.

Jergens, Inc. is comprised of 3 distinct business units: Workholding Solutions, Lifting Solutions and Specialty Fasteners. Building on its reputation of uncompromising quality standards, Jergens is committed to helping its customers achieve leaner, more profitable manufacturing, and continues to add products and engineered solutions for an integrated approach to “Manufacturing Efficiency.” To learn more about Jergens, Inc., visit us at www.jergensinc.com

Also, be sure to check out our video to see what it's like to work at Jergens: https://youtu.be/UVkHTp6OH54

Benefits of Working at Jergens, Inc.

· Competitive compensation

· Comprehensive insurance benefits package (including medical, dental and vision coverage as well as company paid life insurance and disability)

· Tuition reimbursement

· Fun staff events and activities

· 401k plan with profit sharing

· Paid vacation time starting at 13 days

· 11 paid holidays

Reporting to: Engineering Manager

Responsibilities 

• Has a thorough understanding of our company’s products, processes, and capabilities to serve our customers. Provides technical 

support to ensure that operations, equipment, processes and procedures to produce and assemble products are in place to 

meet quality, cost, and efficiency requirements.

• Serves as a technical representative of the company in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with 

customers and providing solutions to their technical needs.

• Reviews customer and other applicable drawings to determine requirements and/or product feasibility.

• Has success in providing technical support to ensure that operations, equipment, processes and procedures to produce and 

assemble products are in place to meet quality, cost, and efficiency requirements.

• Troubleshoots problems with production and takes corrective action.

• Authority and awareness to disposition nonconforming product.

• Defines and solves manufacturing/design issues and implements cost reduction ideas. 

• Researches alternative processing methods and the purchase of new equipment or upgrades to existing equipment.

• Redesigns processes for better efficiencies and to lower manufacturing costs.

• Partners with the quality function to define problem areas and implement improvements. 

• Partners with purchasing regarding vendor quality management.

• Reviews test methodology and data analysis.

• Leads value engineering projects.

• Provide technical support to manufacturing cost reduction initiatives.

• Trains and directs assigned engineering staff to meet the company’s objectives.

• Maintain an awareness of changes in customer technical needs and industry trends.

• Maintains timely and accurate records and reports, as required.

• Ensure compliance with current federal, state and local regulations.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree, preferably in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology, is required. Has the necessary 

training to be proficient in the position.

• A minimum of 1 to 2 years of engineering experience (or applicable internship experience) with a precision assembly and manufacturing operation.

• Has hands-on experience designing efficient work cells and product assembly workflow for multi-item product lines

• Has a working knowledge of electrical systems and schematics.

• Has a strong customer orientation and is able to effectively communicate, build relationships, present ideas, and partner with 

internal resources to meet customer needs.

• Has excellent computer skills and is proficient with all related company systems and programs such as SolidWorks, AutoCad, and 

GibbsCAM.

• Has strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective time management skills in prioritizing and addressing multiple and at times conflicting demands.

• High energy with a sense of urgency in responding to customer needs.

• High level of personal and professional integrity.

• Is committed to the company’s values.

• Attention to detail in maintaining required records and reports.