JOB SUMMARY:

We are looking to add an experienced Product Development candidate onto our team. This person should have prior experience in the Product Development field. The candidate would help with design feasibility and be involved in the quoting process. This position requires an attention to detail, as it is integral in final fit and function of customer parts and proofing out concept to make sure it will fit into our production processes. Responsibilities also include releasing parts to production and training our employees on how to produce the finished parts. Prior plastics and vacuum forming experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• 2+ years’ experience working in manufacturing support preferred.
• Excellent telephone skills reflecting a positive, professional, client-driven attitude.
• Strong people skills, able to collaborate with staff at all levels and in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills, possessing a sales aptitude and interested in preventing errors and solving problems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Must have the ability to communicate potential problems in a professional manner.
• Ability to learn and embrace specific order management procedures and to follow instructions and policies related to order management.
• Initiative-taking with the ability to prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines and work independently with little to no oversight.
• Strong accountability and follow-through skills
• An elevated level of personal integrity (self-esteem, confidence, honesty, and respect) are necessary qualities.
• Align with Patrick Industries “BETTER Together” mentality by pursuing Balance, Excellence, Trust, Teamwork, Empowerment, and Respect within the organization.
  At Patrick Industries, BETTER Together is our commitment to being our best while striving to bring out the best in one another as we join forces individually, as teams, with our Business Units, with our customers, our communities and within our entire Patrick family.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Elkhart, IN 46517 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Elkhart, IN 46517: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In perso

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Fluently read prints, calipers, micrometers, and tape measure
• Ability to collaborate with customers and team members on a professional level.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of small hand tools, sanders, drills, routers, etc.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to direct other team members.
• Ability to take the lead on projects.
• Quick thinking and sense of urgency are necessary.
• Able to quote a job.