American Welding & Gas, Inc. is seeking an energetic, self-motivated candidate to fill a Branch Manager position at our Stevens Point, WI location. The Branch Manager is responsible for directing the day-to-day activities of sales, including counter sales, warehousing, distribution, production with P&L responsibilities. Incentives: • Competitive pay structure with Performance Incentives. • Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits with no waiting period. • Collaborative environment where your input is valued daily. • Company paid Life Insurance and Short-term & Long-term Disability. • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match. • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off. Branch Manager Duties: • Lead and promote safety; organize safety meetings and strictly enforce safety rules. • Ensure customer deliveries are dispatched in a cost-effective manner that meets customer expectations. • Ensure phone, walk-in, and delivery customer service is upbeat, friendly, and tailored to identify the customer's need and solve it. • Through management of sales, margins, and expenses, improve the operating income performance of the branch. • Through management of the store ranking metrics, improve the branch's store ranking. • Review and understand monthly financial statements and adjust to improve performance. • Coordinate activities with other branches and/or immediate branch personnel to resolve any customer, sales or operational problems or inquires and ensure that issues are handled in a manner that enhances customer satisfaction. • Accurately complete and submit all sales-related paperwork (e.g., shippers, invoices, inventory/tank audits, month-end reports, cash reconciliations, deposits, etc.) in a timely manner. • Participate in the preparation of market information and annual sales analysis and forecast. • Manage all branch personnel in accordance with company policies by hiring, training, motivating, planning and directing work, providing performance feedback, developing associates and resolving associate issues. • Coordinate sales promotion activities and maintain and stock merchandise and display it so that it is attractive to customers. Maintain a clean and attractive store. • Responsible for timely and quality performance appraisals of assigned personnel. • Work in accordance with all policies and procedures and rules as prescribed by State and Federal law and the Company. • Evaluate and monitor day-to-day activities of the branch to ensure cost effective operations and make changes to ensure same when required. • Sell profitable sales growth to new and existing opportunities. • Other duties may be assigned. Branch Manager Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. • Previous management experience. • Intermediate level computer skills. • A team player who takes ownership, creates solutions and drives for results to get the job done. • Excellent communicator who expresses consistency in words and actions, communicates directly and honestly. • Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines. • Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. • Strong leadership and relationship development skills. • Pleasant, professional, and courteous personality. • Strong administrative skills: organized, efficient, and versatile. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Goal oriented and self-motivated. About Us: American Welding & Gas (AWG) is a manufacturer and distributor of industrial gases as well as a provider of all your welding supply needs. We are a family and teammate owned company that is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our company provides industrial, medical and specialty gases as well as food and beverage gases across the United States, from Montana to Pennsylvania and down through Texas and Florida. With a team of over 800 employees, over 100 retail locations and 22 fill plants we pride ourselves in our customer service, expertise, assets and resources that allow us to reach a large and diversified customer base of the highest quality. American Welding & Gas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. About American Welding and Gas: American Welding & Gas, an employee owned company, is headquartered in Raleigh, NC. AWG traces its history to Valley Welding Supply in Billings, MT and Scott-Gross Company in Lexington, KY - both of which began in 1949. The Company has grown both organically and through acquisition to its present size. AWG manufactures and distributes industrial, medical, specialty and beverage gases and associated welding and safety supplies. We operate 76 retail locations and 16 gas fill plants located in seventeen states stretching from Montana through Georgia. AWG has 585 employees who serve our customers in over 30 states and Canada.
See More Details >>pustrongPosition Summary/strong/ubr /Mid-State Technical College is establishing a pool of qualified, part-time instructor candidates to transform lives by teaching in the Welding program. The part-time instructor pool is used to select part-time instructors that most closely meet the needs for particular courses and assignments.br /br /Part-time instructors are hired on a per course basis. The total hours for a part-time instructor can range from approximately 3 hours per week to no more than 17.5 hours per week. Location may vary among the Wisconsin Rapids, Stevens Point, Marshfield, and Adams campuses. Work hours may vary from a traditional daytime schedule and can include both day and evening classes. Courses may be taught in both a classroom setting and/or a general lab setting.br /br /This pool will close in mid 2024. 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Depending on program/discipline, courses may be taught in the classroom, lab/shop, outdoor locations, clinical sites, and/or online and may include day and/or evening classes./p pResponsible for the development, updating, revision, and maintenance of program/discipline curriculum and instructional materials./p pResponsible for classroom management including maintaining accurate student attendance and grade reports as well as maintaining a clean, organized environment with an emphasis on safety./p pResponsible for the assessment, documentation, and enhancement of student learning by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting attainment of learning outcomes; and related records maintenance./p pEstablish and maintain positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with internal and external partners including co-workers, employers, area high schools, and professional organizations./p pMaintain professional/technical knowledge and skills including currency in assigned discipline, required occupational certification/licensing, and instructional technology/delivery methods./p pPerform other duties and responsibilities as assigned./p pbr /ustrongQualifications/strong/ubr /Associate's degree in related and appropriate field – OR – degree equivalent based on verified work experience in the occupation combined with appropriate education and training./p p2 years (4,000 hours) of recent, related occupational experience outside the field of education./p pPrior teaching experience preferred, but not required./p pMust be able to demonstrate good organizational skills, positive interpersonal skills, and excellent communication skills in educating adult learners./p pMust embrace Mid-State’s “core values” of student centeredness, commitment, accountability, respect, integrity, and exceptional service./p pbr /ustrongCompensation Benefits/strong/ubr /Compensation is dependent upon experience and qualifications./p pThere are no benefits associated with this position./p pbr /ustrongHow To Apply/strong/ubr /To be considered for future adjunct opportunities, you must complete an online application. You should have the following information available when completing an application:/p ul liContact information (addresses, phone numbers)/li liEmployment History/li liEducation/li liElectronic copy of resume and/or transcripts/li /ul pApplication materials submitted via mail, fax, email, or in-person will not be considered./p pIncomplete applications or applications noting "See Resume" will not be considered.br / /p pustrongEqual Opportunity/strong/ubr /Mid-State Technical College, an equal opportunity employer and educator, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or other applicable legislated categories, in its services, employment programs, and/or its educational programs and activities, including but not limited to admission, treatment, and access. Mid-State Technical College provides reasonable accommodations to assist persons with disabilities to access or participate in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: VP-Human Resources, 32nd Street N, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494, Phone: span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;"715-422-5325/span./p pustrongOptimize Your Online Application Experience/strong/ubr /Below you will find a few technical tips to help ensure a positive and successful online application experience:/p ul liBe sure to fill in each field in the application. You will receive an error message at the time of submission and your application will not be submitted if each required field is not filled in./li liAvoid clicking the back, forward, or refresh buttons while applying. Doing so will interfere with the submission and may result in data loss./li liClear your browser's temporary files/cache and cookies prior to beginning the application./li liDisable pop-up blockers./li liDo not bookmark or favorite the application. 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The part-time instructor pool is used to select part-time instructors that most closely meet the needs for particular courses and assignments.br /br /Part-time instructors are hired on a per course basis. The total hours for a part-time instructor can range from approximately 3 hours per week to no more than 17.5 hours per week. Location may vary among the Wisconsin Rapids, Stevens Point, Marshfield, and Adams campuses. Work hours may vary from a traditional daytime schedule and can include both day and evening classes. Courses may be taught in both a classroom setting and/or a general lab setting.br /br /This pool will close in mid 2024. If you are not contacted by this time and you are still interested in employment with Mid-State, you are welcome to apply for future employment postings./p pbr /ustrongDuties Responsibilities/strong/ubr /Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction of assigned courses using a variety of teaching methods to facilitate the learning of students. Depending on program/discipline, courses may be taught in the classroom, lab/shop, outdoor locations, clinical sites, and/or online and may include day and/or evening classes./p pResponsible for the development, updating, revision, and maintenance of program/discipline curriculum and instructional materials./p pResponsible for classroom management including maintaining accurate student attendance and grade reports as well as maintaining a clean, organized environment with an emphasis on safety./p pResponsible for the assessment, documentation, and enhancement of student learning by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting attainment of learning outcomes; and related records maintenance./p pEstablish and maintain positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with internal and external partners including co-workers, employers, area high schools, and professional organizations./p pMaintain professional/technical knowledge and skills including currency in assigned discipline, required occupational certification/licensing, and instructional technology/delivery methods./p pPerform other duties and responsibilities as assigned./p pbr /ustrongQualifications/strong/ubr /Associate's degree in related and appropriate field – OR – degree equivalent based on verified work experience in the occupation combined with appropriate education and training./p p2 years (4,000 hours) of recent, related occupational experience outside the field of education./p pPrior teaching experience preferred, but not required./p pMust be able to demonstrate good organizational skills, positive interpersonal skills, and excellent communication skills in educating adult learners./p pMust embrace Mid-State’s “core values” of student centeredness, commitment, accountability, respect, integrity, and exceptional service./p pbr /ustrongCompensation Benefits/strong/ubr /Compensation is dependent upon experience and qualifications./p pThere are no benefits associated with this position./p pbr /ustrongHow To Apply/strong/ubr /To be considered for future adjunct opportunities, you must complete an online application. You should have the following information available when completing an application:/p ul liContact information (addresses, phone numbers)/li liEmployment History/li liEducation/li liElectronic copy of resume and/or transcripts/li /ul pApplication materials submitted via mail, fax, email, or in-person will not be considered./p pIncomplete applications or applications noting "See Resume" will not be considered.br / /p pustrongEqual Opportunity/strong/ubr /Mid-State Technical College, an equal opportunity employer and educator, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or other applicable legislated categories, in its services, employment programs, and/or its educational programs and activities, including but not limited to admission, treatment, and access. Mid-State Technical College provides reasonable accommodations to assist persons with disabilities to access or participate in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: VP-Human Resources, 32nd Street N, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494, Phone: span class="baec5a81-e4d6-4674-97f3-e9220f0136c1" style="white-space: nowrap;"715-422-5325/span./p pustrongOptimize Your Online Application Experience/strong/ubr /Below you will find a few technical tips to help ensure a positive and successful online application experience:/p ul liBe sure to fill in each field in the application. You will receive an error message at the time of submission and your application will not be submitted if each required field is not filled in./li liAvoid clicking the back, forward, or refresh buttons while applying. Doing so will interfere with the submission and may result in data loss./li liClear your browser's temporary files/cache and cookies prior to beginning the application./li liDisable pop-up blockers./li liDo not bookmark or favorite the application. 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See More Details >>Salary: $70.00 Hourly Location : Multi-Campus, WI Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: 2024-04761 Division: Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation Pathway Department: Welding (442) Opening Date: 04/10/2025 Closing Date: Continuous Application Requirements: Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion is not acceptable. Please submit copies of transcripts for all degrees, licenses, apprenticeships obtained to be considered (unofficial transcripts are acceptable). Supplemental Information: Hourly rate of $70 per hour is equivalent to the base rate of $40/hour multiplied by the number of hours per course times 1.75 hours which covers office hours and prep time for instructional activities. Activities conducted outside of teaching (non-instructional), require approval and will be paid at the base hourly rate of $40. Description Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who share the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at. Develops and teaches concepts and strategies for a variety of courses. May require teaching courses at MATC campuses, business, community, other sites, evening, and/or weekends. Under the supervision of the Dean, MCT Pathway, to plan and teach related and shop activities in the welding curriculum to include the areas of layout, blueprint reading, fabrication, oxy-fuel welding and cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, flux-core arc welding with self and gas shielded wires, inspection and testing, and welding math. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities • Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities. • Manage the classroom/laboratory. • Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation. • Manage equipment, supplies and materials. • Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues. • Collaborate with the advisory committee in the program area. • Attend departmental and institutional meetings. • Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC. • Support student organizations and activities. • Develop relationships with business and industry. • Complete program evaluation and follow-up. • Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in the field. • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Only those who meet all of the base minimum requirements listed below will be considered. Language Requirements: This position requires applicants to be bilingual in English and Spanish (fluently be able to speak, read, and write in both languages). Minimum Educational Requirements: MUST have at least one of the following to be considered: • Associate's degree or higher in a related field OR; • 10 years (20,000 hours) of Welding experience OR; • Have a state approved registered apprenticeship in one of the following areas: steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, millwright, machine repair or ironworker. Minimum Occupational Experience Requirement:Must have 4 years (8,000 hours) of total work experience in Welding: • Oxy-fuel welding and cutting • Shielded metal arc welding, all positions • Gun, tungsten arc welding of aluminum, steel, and stainless-steel material; plasma cutting • Flux-core arc welding with self-shielded and gas shielded wires in any diameters • Gas metal arc welding with any diameter solid wire, including pulsed arc transfer • Read blue-prints and set up parts • Interpret welding requirement from symbols on blueprints • Quality control experience • Inspection and testing • Use welding codes and procedures In addition to the above minimum requirements, at least one of the following must be met: • At least one (1) total year of work experience must have occurred within the last five years, OR; • At least two (2) total years of teaching Welding (see above) course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years. (One (1) year of teaching experience equivalent to two (2) semesters full-time of four (4) semesters part-time Industry or Vendor Certification: One of the following will be required withintwo (2) years of employment start date: • American Welding Society (AWS) • Certified Welding Educator (CWE) • Certified Welding Inspector (CW Preferred but not required to have the following: • State of WI weld certifications, and/or Journey level status in an occupational area that is part of the welding trades; steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, or ironworker. Must embrace and demonstrate Standards of Teaching Excellence and the MATC Career Essentials in development and delivery of instruction. Standards of Teaching Excellence: • Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success • Classroom Management • Planning/Organization • Content Mastery and Currency • Teaching Methodology • Assessment of Student Learning • Professional Contributions Essential Technology: • Email - Experience with an Email system (Gmail, Outlook) • Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system • Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite/Google Essential Supportive Technology: Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies: • Online Information Management Systems - Experience with Self-Service or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters • Blackboard Ultra - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems • Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology • Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications) Supplemental Information Start Date: This position supports the Manufacturing, Construction, and Transportation Pathway. Hours: This position is up to a .5 FTE. Hours, location, and modality are based on enrollment and departmental need. Modality: 100% IN-PERSON Salary: Beginning in the fall of 2024 the starting hourly wage for all part-time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part-time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of $40 an hour is non-negotiable unless market conditions dictate otherwise. Interviews: Selected qualified candidates will be invited to the first round of interviews for this position. Information regarding the second round of interviews will be provided to selected candidates who are moved forward. Applications: Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Typing "See Resume" in lieu of application completion will not be acceptable. Qualification determination will be based on years of credited experience that is listed on the job application only so please include complete work history. In addition, please submit a current resume at time of application. Also, please include unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned. Unofficial transcripts will only be used for the purpose of initial assessment and credentialing. EEO: Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law. Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email. Employee Benefits at a Glance - PART-TIME FACULTY/EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT- Part-time employees pay a higher percentage of the premium than full-time employees. HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types: 1- UMR High Level PPO 2- UMR Low Level PPO Note: All medical plans include Prescription Drug benefits at no additional costs to employees. DENTAL INSURANCE: MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental. Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and orthodontics for dependents up to age 19. GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is $15,000. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death. RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf. FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR. SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave is earned based on one times the weekly workload per semester. The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours. VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation is earned based on the length of service and hours worked each pay period. (Not available for Instructors) PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position. MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act. 01 Candidates (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for further consideration. Have you included and fully completed the following information on your application?: 1) Education 2) Work Experience 3) Transcripts • Yes • No 02 Are you bilingual in English and Spanish (able to fluently speak, read, and write in both English and Spanish)? • Yes • No 03 Are you able and willing to work in-person, onsite, and at multi-campus locations? • Yes • No 04 Please list days and hours of availability for teaching. 05 Please select below one or more of the following which best describes your welding education and/or experience: • I have an Associate degree or higher in welding engineering technology or in a closely related field. • I have at least 10 years (20,000 hours) of welding experience. • I have a state approved registered apprenticeship in one of the following areas: steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, millwright, machine repair or ironworker • None of the above 06 How many years of full-time occupational experience do you have in Welding (Please note: 2 years part-time experience equals 1 year full-time experience)? • Less than 4 years • 4 to 7 years • 7 to 10 years years • 10 or more years 07 Do you have at least one year of related occupational work experience that has occurred within the last five years OR at least two years (4 full-time semesters or 8 par-time semesters) of teaching related course work at the post-secondary level within the last five years? Please make sure your answer is able to be validated from your application. • Yes • No 08 Select below if you CURRENTLY have any of the following welding certifications: • American Welding Society (AWS) • Certified Welding Educator (CWE) • Certified Welding Inspector (CW) • State of WI weld certifications, and/or Journey level status in an occupational area that is part of the welding trades; steamfitter, boilermaker, sheet metal, or ironworker. • None of the above 09 If you don't already have a industry certification, would you be able to obtain one of the following within your first two years of employment: American Welding Society (AWS), Certified Welding Educator (CWE), or a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)? • Yes • No 10 Do you have direct or related work experience in technical or higher education? • Yes • No 11 (INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY) Please specifically describe how your previous or current duties/experience relates to this position. 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See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Stevens Point, WI, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders employed nationwide, with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Stevens Point, WI, welders can expect to earn an average of $1,882 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. The demand for welders is robust, driven by infrastructure expansion and manufacturing growth, offering a promising career path with significant earning potential and job stability.
