Becoming a sheet metal worker in Philadelphia, MD, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with an average hourly wage of $21.23, translating to approximately $1,061 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Sheet Metal Workers' National Training Fund help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $56,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Who We Are:Founded in 1962, Mate Precision Technologies is a world-class manufacturer of highly engineered workholding and tooling solutions for the precision metal cutting and sheet metal fabrication industries. From our headquarters in Anoka Minnesota, we provide customers products and services worldwide. We are proud to be recognized for our wellness achievements from the American Heart Association as one of the Healthiest Employers in the state of Minnesota. Our mission at Mate is to personally Respect, Support, and Inspire metalworking professionals around the world with high-quality products and services for factory productivity.Position Overview:This individual will be responsible for promoting company products and services to existing customers and developing opportunities with new customers within the assigned territory. This is a career position with the world leader in tooling and laser consumables for sheet metal fabricators. We service customers in over 85 countries helping them reduce costs and improve operating efficiencies through the proper application of best-in-class tooling and services. This position will focus on the Eastern United States including; PA, DE, MA, MD, NJ and RI.Responsibilities:Use your experience in sheet metal fabrication to improve our customers’ productivity.Assist customers by demonstrating how advanced tooling applications improve manufacturing efficiencies.Build rapport with your accounts and have fun while providing the necessary assistance.Perform demonstrations of company products or services at customer locations.Develop a network of referrals to capture opportunities for adding new customers.Maintain a strong network of OEM dealers to enhance opportunities and promote their products.Conduct customer meetings via in-person and teleconferencing.Maintain accurate records including meetings, expense reports, customer profiles, and other documentation.Provide accurate information to customer service to ensure accurate quoting and manufacturing.Attend training for sales and products when needed.Remain current on new product and service offerings.Be the front line for market condition changes and share with management.Qualifications:Experience in sheet metal fabrication or operations is required for this position. Sales experience in not required.Minimum of 3 years of shop experience with punch presses, lasers, and/or press brakes is desirable.Strong technical skills.Professional demeanor and appearance with good verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently.Good team player.High level of integrity and work ethic.Ability to utilize Microsoft products and CRM software.Possess a valid driver’s license.Reside within the territory and ability to stay overnights in hotels.High school diploma or GED required.Benefits:Competitive Pay + Bonus PackageComprehensive sales and product training programRich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, PTORetirement 401(k) plan with employer match and profit sharing planAward winning Wellness ProgramTuition ReimbursementJob Type: Full-timePay: $63,000.00 - $95,000.00 per yearBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveTuition reimbursementVision insuranceExperience level:3 yearsShift:8 hour shiftWeekly day range:Monday to FridayExperience:Machining: 3 years (Preferred)Willingness to travel:50% (Required)Work Location: On the road
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