Galland Henning Nopak is the world’s most experienced manufacturer of high-density balers and hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, valves, and accumulators. GHN is growing and we are in need of skilled, reliable, self-motivated team members with a passion for product excellence. Work in a small team environment. We offer competitive pay and benefits and a positive working environment where your contributions matter. In addition, employees enjoy a benefits package, including:
  • Clean accessible location in Franklin, WI
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plan
  • Company-paid short-term disability, life and AD&D insurance
  • Flex Spending plans (medical and dependent care)
  • 401k Plan with company match - no waiting period
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid holidays
  • A culture of welcoming and learning in a smaller manufacturing environment
  • Your safety is a priority
Please view our available positions below and submit your resumé to: human.resources@nopak.com or apply below.

Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities:

  • Work with Engineering Manager, Mechanical Engineers, Drafters and Manufacturing Support to develop conceptual designs for hydraulic & pneumatic cylinders, valves, accumulators and components and generate necessary documents including manufacturing drawings and bills of material
  • Works with the customer and Engineering Manager in the receipt of custom product design requests, provide necessary design details to help with quoting and identification of the most efficient engineering design, development and manufacturing process
  • Develops and analyzes product designs on a timely basis, provides guidance to designers or drafters in preparing engineering general assembly and/or manufacturing detail drawings and documentation to ensure the customer needs and product engineering requirements are met
  • Responsible for generating and releasing the Bill of Material to other departments
  • Works closely with the Engineering Manager and other GHN Management in developing an efficient design, manufacturing process, testing and scheduling of order to ensure timely production and shipment of the product to the customer
  • Develops product designs from the specifications provided by the Engineering Manager, Sales Department and/or the customer
  • Discuss the manufacturing process for product and component development with the engineering team members to ensure clear direction and understanding of the desired end result and to facilitate the quoting process
  • Perform initial and ongoing design reviews with GHN team and/or customers
  • Work closely with the Purchasing Department to identify the right materials at the best possible price to meet customer requirements for approved materials
  • Based on direction by the Engineering Manager and VP of Sales, periodic overnight travel to customers to assist in the product design process and provide support to the GHN sales and marketing efforts
  • Ability to work within SolidWorks, AutoCad or other CAD software to efficiently release drawings both internally and to customers

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Must have the ability to use scientific and mathematical principles to develop technical solutions for cylinders, valves and accumulators
  • Must be able to carry out written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; apply logical/scientific thinking; perform basic and advanced arithmetic and engineering calculations; use a variety of engineering tools and techniques
  • Requires excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with employees and management
  • Rudimentary understanding of conventional machining practices and machine shop theory
  • Knowledge/Familiarity of CAD software packages such as SolidWorks and AutoCad

 

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Regional Sales Manager

Responsibilities:

  • The primary responsibility of the RSM is to achieve the sales goals for his/her territory as put forward in the annual sales plan
  • Develops OEM sales opportunities by researching and identifying potential accounts and solicitating new accounts
  • The RSM oversees the company’s relationships with prospects, customers and influencers throughout the territory including distribution, OEM and end-user accounts
  • Adjusts content of sales presentations by studying the type of sales outlet or industry
  • Keeps management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as daily call reports, weekly work plans, and monthly and annual customer analyses
  • Monitors competition by gathering current marketplace information on pricing, products, new products, delivery schedules, merchandising techniques, etc.
  • Recommends changes in products, service, and policy by evaluating results and competitive developments
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
  • Assesses competitors by analyzing and summarizing competitor information and trends; identifying sales opportunities
  • Represents the company at assigned trade association meetings and exhibitions
  • Uses the company’s CRM system with sales, prospect, competitor and other related data

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Sales or Engineering or equivalent
  • Sales experience of 5+ years
  • Track record of over-achieving quota and closing business
  • Experience with using customer relationship management software
  • Familiarity with different sales techniques and pipeline management
  • Strong contacts within the industrial sector
  • Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated and driven
  • Requires excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with customers, employees and management
  • Knowledge/experience and familiarity of our products and industry
  • Requires the ability to use a personal computer and word processing, spreadsheet, and production software
  • Ability to travel 50-75% of the time
  • Will report to the Vice President of Sales

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Ideal candidate must be self-motivated with a proven track record in industrial sales with familiarity of cylinders, valves and accumulators. Comfortable in the dynamic atmosphere of a technical organization with a rapidly expanding customer base. Must possess strong presentation skills and be able to communicate professionally in written responses to emails, RFQs, and when submitting reports. Organized and analytical, able to eliminate sales obstacles through creative and adaptive approaches.

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Drafter

Responsibilities:

  • Use SolidWorks effectively to generate solid models and manufacturing drawings for various components
  • Generate drawings for castings and forgings
  • Generate assembly drawings of cylinders, valves and accumulators
  • Generate hydraulic and pneumatic cylinder approval drawings for submittal to the customer
  • Create bills of material and enter the item part numbers in the ERP software and create the BOM in the system
  • Process cylinder order designs with minor modifications to the standard product line
  • Carry out drawing revisions as necessary and issue change notices to various departments
  • Assist with proper maintenance of part number registers and other engineering departmental records
  • Assist engineers with evaluation of returned cylinders and assist with reverse engineering samples provided by the customer
  • Assist with creating operation and service manuals for cylinders, valves and accumulators
  • Must ensure accuracy in all engineering documents created before release and must demonstrate good quality of work in terms of preparation, presentation and overall thoroughness
  • Attention to detail to ensure that all drawings contain applicable specifications and engineering requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree in drafting and/or design engineering
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively communicate with employees and management
  • Knowledge of various features encountered in mechanical engineering field such as threads, welding, etc. and machining operations such as turning, milling, etc.
  • Must be proficient in using CAD programs such as SolidWorks or AutoCad
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

 

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Inside Sales Representative

Job Purpose:

We are looking for a talented and competitive Inside Sales Representative that thrives in a fast paced and growing environment. The Inside Sales Representative is responsible for taking a pro-active approach to sales by developing and growing existing accounts through relationship building and meeting all the customers’ needs.

 

Responsibilities: 

  • Communicating with customers, making outbound calls to existing customers and following up on sales quotes.
  • Understanding customers’ needs and identifying sales opportunities.
  • Answering customers questions and sending additional information via email.
  • Conduct sales calls via phone and grow relationships with customers to achieve targeted growth goals.
  • Provides customers with product details – features, benefits, competitive comparison.
  • Resolves issues by working with the customer, Regional Sales Managers and/or other departments.
  • Assist customers with pricing and availability, order processing and order status requests.
  • Uses in-depth knowledge of product application to assist customers in selecting product for their business.
  • Guides customers to utilize tools available to confirm correct product configuration.
  • Keep up with product and service information and updates.
  • Work closely with the outside sales team to identify key projects and gain competitive information.
  • Explaining and demonstrating features of products and services.
  • Staying informed about competing products and services.
  • Closing sales and achieving sales targets.

 

Description of other duties:

Generates sales quotations and handles customer inquiries. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Good organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
  • Requires excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with customers, employees and management.
  • Ability to communicate professionally in written responses to emails, RFQ’s, and report submissions.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Strong listening and sales skills.
  • Organized and analytical.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Self-Motivated with a proven track record in technical sales
  • Knowledge of cylinders
  • Comfortable with technical sales and customer service
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Communicate professionally in both written and verbal responses to emails, RFQs and when submitting reports
  • Ability to eliminate sales obstacles through creative and adaptive approaches
  • Knowledge of how to sell through a distribution network
  • Associates degree in Sales, Engineering or equivalent
  • Previous experience in an outbound call center or a related sales position
  • Track record of meeting daily activity goals
  • Experience with using CRM software
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CNC Machinist / Programmer

Job Purpose:

Now is a great time to join Galland Henning Nopak, a leader in fluid power located in the Greater Milwaukee Area. As our fourth-generation family held business undertakes a significant growth initiative, we’re looking to add a programmer to meet our production needs as we grow. The ideal candidate is a reliable, detailed oriented person with the ability to multitask.

Employees that love to drive change and improvement while enjoying a fast pace of their day thrive in our work environment.

The Programmer/Machinist will manage, direct and coordinate all programming activities related to machining to maximize productivity while maintaining quality and meeting customer delivery deadlines. Individual will be results-oriented and priority-driven, with proven ability to execute targeted goals.

Responsibilities:

Description of Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Program all machining work centers using MasterCam and manual programming techniques for all CNC equipment
  • Create and maintain all part routings and manufacturing standards within ERP system
  • Teamwork and communication skills
  • Be aware of set jobs rates, and maintain them daily
  • Follow the daily and weekly priority that set by production planners and ensure to complete them as planned
  • Be able to setup and run CNC and Lathe machines
  • Setup and change over Mill and Lathe machines for machinists to optimize the machine utilization daily
  • Utilize solid models to generate programs, work layouts, and setup instructions
  • Develop, manage, and update 3D models of all CNC machine work envelopes, work holding and fixturing
  • Develop and institute standardized rules, strategies, routines, and techniques for all CNC operations: including work holding concepts, tooling approach strategy, roughing/finishing sequence, stock removal rates for roughing/finishing, and machining application routines
  • Manage and maintain standardized electronic work instruction format (setup sheets) across all CNC equipment, with Manufacturing Engineering support
  • Maintain data integrity and accuracy between part routing, CNC program, and work instructions, with Manufacturing Engineering support
  • Institute and maintain electronic tooling database library & identification numbers for all CNC tooling, with Manufacturing Engineering support
  • Evaluate improvement potential within CAM software to optimize efficiency/accuracy and recommend improvements
  • Manage all CNC program libraries for most current/accurate version
  • Manage DNC Predator system for program uploads, verification of accuracy, and overall system update to latest version
  • Manage all CNC controllers to ensure program consistency and that programs are not kept in CNC controls, with Supervisor support
  • Responsible to lead all production activities within defined area.
  • Set up and operate machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to preform machining operations
  • Read blueprints or job order to determine product specifications and tooling instructions
  • Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)
  • Keep workplace safe, clean, and organized
  • Help with trouble shooting when needed

 

Description of other duties that may be assigned: Perform general shop duties including, but not limited to: mechanical assembly, testing, material handling, simple deburring, non-skilled machining, and other production related duties as assigned by supervision. Must adhere to safety standards. During high production peaks may be asked to perform production work. Perform light housekeeping duties (5S) duties as prescribed by management, and all other tasks as required by management.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A high school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus
  • Minimum of 2 years progressive lead experience or equivalent experience in non-lead roles
  • Proven experience as a machine operator
  • Understanding of production procedures
  • Accountable for achieving production goals and benchmarks.
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions required in manufacturing setting.
  • Leadership and decision-making abilities.
  • Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Should have a demonstrated ability to function successfully in a fast-paced, changing work environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma/GED.
  • Previous machine shop background desired.
  • Familiar with ISO or other Quality Standards.
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