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Metalworking Field Sales- CT

Middletown, CT · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

The Metalworking Field Sales Representative will execute sales strategy, initiate contact with existing and potential customers, identify needs and sell appropriate metalworking and machine tools to ...

Metals USA

Sheet Metal Fabricator

Torrington, CT · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

SHEET METAL FABRICATOR -- 1st SHIFT Metals USA -- Gregor Technologies Division is seeking a SHEET METAL UTILITY WORKER in Torrington, CT. Metals USA is a solid, growth oriented aluminum/stainless ...

DXP

Sales Professional - Metalworking

Corning, NY

$50K - $100K/yr

We aspire to be the best solution for the Industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers.

FUCHS

Technical Field Engineer - Metalworking

Harvey, IL · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

The Application Engineer will oversee the application of new and in-service products used by our customers in the basic metals industry. This is a remote, field-based position supporting customers ...

DXP

Sales Professional - Metalworking

Corning, NY

$50K - $100K/yr

We aspire to be the best solution for the Industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers.

Delta Metals Inc

Sheet Metal Shop Helper

Savannah, GA · On-site

$20/hr

Sheet Metal Field Worker Company Overview: Delta Metals Inc. is Southeast Georgia's largest sheet metal and roofing contractor. Founded in 1959, we strive to provide clients with high quality ...

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AspectMetalworkingWelding
CredentialsOften requires technical training or certifications in metal fabricationRequires welding certifications (e.g., AWS certification)
Work EnvironmentFactories, workshops, manufacturing plantsConstruction sites, manufacturing facilities, repair shops
Industry UsageUsed across various industries including automotive, aerospace, manufacturingPrimarily in construction, manufacturing, repair, and fabrication
Job FocusCutting, shaping, assembling metal partsJoining metals through welding processes

While both metalworking and welding involve working with metals, metalworking encompasses a broad range of fabrication tasks such as cutting, shaping, and assembling metal parts. Welding is a specialized subset focused on joining metals through various welding techniques. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job focus within the metal industry.

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What is metalworking?

Metalworking is the process of shaping and manipulating metals to create parts, tools, structures, and decorative objects. This field includes a variety of techniques such as cutting, welding, casting, forging, and machining. Metalworkers use specialized tools and machinery to work with different types of metal, including steel, aluminum, copper, and more. Metalworking is essential in many industries like construction, manufacturing, automotive, and art. It requires both technical skill and knowledge of materials to ensure precision and safety.
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Metal Mart Store Manager - Metal Building Components

Metal Mart Store Manager - Metal Building Components

McElroy Metal

Alvin, TX

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

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Job description

About McElroy Metal
McElroy Metal is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, metal siding and sub-structural components with 14 manufacturing facilities, 28 Service Centers and 44 Metal Mart locations across the US.
After three generations of family ownership, McElroy transitioned to an employee-owned company (ESOP) in 2023. Ian McElroy, who continues to serve as the President of McElroy Metal, shared the reason for the change, "The one constant trait during our 60-year history is the influence and support of employees. Throughout the country, McElroy Metal is blessed to have loyal team members, including many that have dedicated decades of service to the company. As a show of appreciation, McElroy Metal team members are now employee owners of McElroy Metal.”
Recruitment Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pu0kwO8cYck
Benefits
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • Comprehensive medical plan for all full-time employees and their dependents
  • Prescription card benefit
  • Dental plan for all regular full-time employees
  • Life insurance for all regular, full-time employees at no cost to the employee
  • Employee Assistance Program for all our employees and their immediate family members
  • Short-term and Long-term disability insurance for all regular, full-time employees at no cost to the employee
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • 401(k) Plan, a company match and a profit-sharing plan
  • Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Leave for regular, full-time employees
  • Financial performance incentive programs
  • In-house and outside employee training and development opportunities
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic individual for the position of Store Manager for our Metal Mart location in Alvin, Texas. This position manages retail store in selling of metal building components, supervises employees, counter sales, bookkeeping, marketing, inventory control, orders stock, and typical warehouse operations such as receiving, loading, unloading, safety as well as all administrative functions at the Metal Mart and reports to the Metal Mart Area Supervisor.
About The Store
Alvin is located between Houston and Galveston in close proximity to the Texas Gulf Coast. Alvin is the home town of baseball great Nolan Ryan and is a thriving community with an abundance of oil and gas industry and demand for the product and services that we provide. The store is located on a busy locally traveled highway with great visibility.
The Alvin store is very nice and will be refreshed and ready to go for the incoming store manager. It is well established with several consistent customers. It has a nice office, concrete fenced yard, lots of storage racks, Schectyl trim equipment, R-panel cut back shear, and multiple forklifts. This location has great potential to be a top producing location with the right personnel.
Hours
8:00 am – 5:00 pm M-F
Responsibilities
  • Coordinates scheduling, distribution, warehousing, and selling activities in accordance with policies and procedures established by the company.
  • Uses product and construction knowledge to assist customers.
  • Establishes prices to be competitive in market area.
  • Responsible for daily bookkeeping and bank deposits.
  • Assigns work duties and schedules employees.
  • Interviews, selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates employees.
  • Organizes office and warehouse for most efficient usage for equipment, material layout, cutting, and shipping operations.
  • Responsible for ordering stock and keeping adequate inventory levels.
  • Maintains accurate paperwork including invoices, credit memos, quotes, purchase orders, transfers, daily and monthly reports.
  • Estimates materials and costs for contractors and individuals.
  • Works with advertising agency to determine optimal media coverage to effectively promote products.
  • Maintains good relationship with customers.
  • Reviews costs and expenses and develops plans to increase margins.
  • Preparing UPS shipments and shipping for other freight companies both incoming and outgoing.
  • Responsible for keeping stores in compliance with all safety and environmental codes as well as maintaining building security.
Experience/Skills
  • High School Diploma.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Construction experience preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Wrenches, Bander, Screw gun, Chop Saw, Strapping Tools, Pliers, Hammer, Screwdriver, Slings, Measuring Tape, Goggles, Drills, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Back Brace, Hydraulic Shears, Tin Snips, and Forklift
Visit our McElroyMetal.com employment page for more information about our company, our locations, and how to join the McElroy Metal team.
McElroy Metal will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if McElroy Metal is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
McElroy Metal is an equal opportunity employer. We provide an inclusive environment that allows each employee to be their best based upon their merit, talent and aspiration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
McElroy Metal is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. Requests for an accommodation should be made with the hiring manager.

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