Welding Process Specialist
Job Description
Vibrant Position
Position: Welding Process Specialist
Company: Airgas
Company: Airgas
Experience
Work Highlights and Accomplishments of 4 Years is required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (Engineering), or equivalent preferred.
Job Detail
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About the job
R10077201 Welding Process Specialist (Open)
Location:
Oakland, CA – Retail shop
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
Airgas is Hiring for a Welding Process Specialist in Oakland, CA!At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world
We are looking for you!
Target Annual Salary: $85,000 – $105,000 with a 15% target bonus and car allowance
Recruiter: Josselyn Suarez / Josselyn- suarez@airliquide
- com / (562) 247- 0786 CALL/TEXT
The Welding Process Specialist will assist the sales department with gaining and retaining core business through Cost Savings Engineering, Shield Gas Selection, Weld Training, Technical Information, and Automation Selection by providing a high level of technical expertise and customer service
Expand the technical offering for Airgas industrial welding gases, hard goods, consumables, welding equipment, and safety goods
Develop, and maintain relationships within the Airgas Northern California and Nevada region in order to understand the market for welding processes and metal fabrication
Support the region by providing assistance in design, installation, start-up, and safety training of metal fabrication technologies
Conduct and assist with product demonstrations at promotional events and exhibitions
Provide troubleshooting assistance, productivity, and/or quality improvement ideas to end-user customers
Generate new sales of cylinder gases by carrying out demonstrations of our welding products
Increase customer retention and satisfaction by carrying out appropriate technical stewardship of key accounts
Maximize account profitability by promoting our added-value products to both customers and prospects
Maintain Airgas’ reputation and image as a quality supplier of gases by providing sound technical and safety advice to customers and prospects on all welding and cutting-related activities
Contribute to the development and introduction of new products for the fabrication market
Carry out welding training for sales representatives
Monitor competitor’s activity in metal fabrication, utilizing seminars, trade shows, advertising, and other contacts and information sources (i- e
- manufacturers’ directories, professional societies, trade organizations, and distributors) to develop new prospects
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Required Qualifications:
Associate degree in Welding, Military Weld training or Bachelor’s degree (Engineering), or equivalent preferred
Minimum 4 years welding experience or supply to the welding and fabrication industry required
Minimum 3 years in technical sales or direct sales to the welding and fabrication industry preferred
Must possess basic knowledge and understanding of welding processes and technology and a desire to continually develop skills, technical understanding, and knowledge base of Airgas value added offers to the welding & fabrication industry
Preferred Qualifications:
Possession of AWS Certification or similar welder certifications is preferred
Experience in Total Quality Management, Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma implementation in a fabrication or manufacturing environment is desirable
Must be self-motivated and results and action-oriented
Must have good communication skills and confidence to interact at all levels of the customer and Airgas organization
Must be proficient with computer applications including but not limited to Microsoft and Google office products
Must be able to apply mathematical formulas that quantify the costs associated with customer processes so that analysis and comparisons be created
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Benefits
We care about and support all Airgas associates- This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees
We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children
Additionally, we offer our employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program
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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE
At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic- We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world
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About Airgas
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U- S
- supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U
- S
- suppliers of safety products; and a leading U
- S
- supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals
- Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation
- Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions
Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare- Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients
Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do- As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently
- In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose
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Equal Employment Opportunity Information
We are an equal opportunity employer- We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic
Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment- If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas
- com
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