SolidWorks Designer

Metraflex is a manufacturer that has been supplying piping specialty products to the commercial HVAC industry since 1958. Located in the West Town part of downtown Chicago, Metraflex has representatives selling their products across the country and around the world. The SolidWorks Designer position will have a working knowledge of the Metraflex product offering and be able to make modifications to product drawings based off individual application requirements and create new drawings. They will work directly with our sales, marketing and engineering teams.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make modifications to product drawings based off individual application requirements, and create new drawings
• Create Models/Assemblies for new and current products. (don’t want to just focus on drawings)
• Create Photoview 360 Renderings for marketing materials.
• Coordinate among departments to meet project deadlines
• Calculate material costs
• Work effectively in a high paced environment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrate proficiency with SolidWorks latest version
• Well-rounded knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of Applications
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi task
• Design of piping and piping components preferred
• Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions in a fast-paced dynamic environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiar with engineering drawings
• Familiar with commercial HVAC systems and their components
• Proficiency with SolidWorks animations

Job Type: Full Time

General Laborer/Assembler

Responsibilities include:

• Assemble various sub-assemblies to print and worksheet specifications.
• Experience with operating heavy machinery including forklifts and hand jacks.
• Proficient in use of various hand tools including drills, air tools, etc.
• Interface with fellow employees to accomplish goals.
• Use of scanners to pick inventory for jobs.
• Record labor time in computer.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 to 3 years’ experience working in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with being a team player.
• Bilingual Spanish a plus
• Metal working machinery experience a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary based on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term disability, Paid time off, AFLAC
• 401k with company match

Full-Time Employment

Experience and License Requirements

• Heavy manufacturing experience
• High school or equivalent
• Bilingual (optional)
• Metal working machinery (optional)
• Strong communication skills

Sales Manager/Product Manager (Inside)

Metraflex has Sales Manager/Product Manager position available for a reliable, smart, and dedicated team member.

Job Summary

Metraflex is a manufacturer that has been supplying piping specialty products to the commercial Fire Safety, HVAC and Plumbing industry since 1958. Metraflex distributors selling their products across the country and around the world. The Sales Manager position will have a working knowledge of the Metraflex product offerings, and be able to make product recommendations based off individual application requirements.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Coordinate among departments and external suppliers to meet project deadlines
• Work effectively in a high paced environment
• Provide product training to distributors, designers & engineers
• Maintain good relationship with distributors & vendors
• Responsible for generating & updating prices
• Keep up with market intelligence (SWOT)
• Attend all relevant trade shows
• Attend NFPA Hanger & Bracing meetings
• Research new distributors
• Continuous distributor & designer education
• Help keep web site current
• Coordinate vendor deliveries to meet deadlines
• Maintain UL & FM relationship at all listed locations
• Manage new product approval by FM & UL
• Handle special project pricing
• Resolve distributor issues
• Suggest improvements
• Use customer feedback to generate ideas about new features and products
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external clients
• Research and discover methods to increase customer engagement
• Continue open communication within the Sales department
• Qualifications and Skills

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Well-rounded knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of Applications
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi task
• Time and scope management for multiple projects for each disturbing client
• Willing to travel up to 50% of the time
• Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions in a fast-paced dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field
• Familiar with engineering drawings
• Familiar with commercial piping systems and their components
• Sales experience
• Knowledge and understanding of NFPA 13

Offered compensation:

$75,000/yr – $85,000/yr

Experience and License Requirements

Inside Sales (optional)
Technical Sales (optional)

TIG Welder

We are looking for skilled TIG Welders to cut and join metals and other materials at our manufacturing facility. You will operate appropriate equipment to put together mechanical structures or parts with a great deal of precision. Your job is essential as it provides the foundation for strong infrastructure. A welder must be competent in using potentially dangerous equipment following all safety precautions. The ideal candidate will have a steady hand and great attention to detail. Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential. We offer a competitive salary based on experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience welding to ASME Section 9 standard
• Familiarity welding open root schedule 40 pipe
• Familiarity with MIG welding is a plus
• Ability to select equipment, plan layout, assemble and weld
• Ability to apply knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage, and welding technique
• Must be able to lift and move up to 20-60 lbs.
• Must be able to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Must be able to effectively work off drawings/templates/specifications
• Must be able to accurately verify quality and quantity of piping products
• Must be able to position, align, and fit components together

Qualifications:

• Professional welding training – preferred
• High school diploma – minimum
• Basic reading and writing skills
• High motivation
• Strong attention to detail

Benefits:

Competitive Salary based on experience
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term disability, Paid time off, AFLAC
401k with company match

Experience and License Requirements:

• Welding to ASME Section 9 standard experience
• Welding open root schedule 40 pipe
• MIG welding experience (optional)
• Professional welding training (optional)
• Basic reading and writing skills
• High school or equivalent
• Ability to lift and move up to 20-60 lbs
• Ability to select equipment, plan layout, assemble and weld
• Knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage, and welding technique