Employment

Sales Manager

Northern Star Industries, Inc., a world-class manufacturer located in Iron Mountain, Michigan, is made up of two business units: Systems Control and The BOSS Snowplow. Systems Control is a state-of-the-art designer and manufacturer of equipment enclosures and protection, control, and telecommunications panels for electrical utilities. Currently our Systems Control division is seeking a results-driven individual to develop new markets and expand existing markets by utilizing their experience in technical sales.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a sales strategy to drive growth
• Prepare technical proposals and presentations for existing and new customers
• Build a core group of customers from various industries
• Work collaboratively with the customers' engineering/design group building effective customer relations growing the business around a partnership/alliance approach

Requirements of the ideal candidate:

• A proven record of sales success in a related field
• A bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline or equivalent experience
• Excellent relationship building skills
• A passion for sales and a strong drive to succeed
• Demonstrated self-initiative
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• A minimum of 3 years sales and industry experience
• Motivated by results and ultimately long term customer satisfaction

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive employee benefits package. If interested in this exciting career opportunity, please send your resume and completed application by email to hr@northernstarind.com or by mailing them to the address below.

Northern Star Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Northern Star Industries, Inc. is a world-class manufacturing company, located in Iron Mountain. We have two business units: The BOSS Snowplow & Systems Control, each with its own ISO 9001:2000 registered facility. We are currently seeking innovative and highly motivated engineers to join our BOSS Products Engineering Department. This is an opportunity to be part of the BOSS Team by designing and developing the BEST snow and ice removal products in the industry.

Your responsibilities will include new product design and continuously improving our existing products. You must be creative, hands on, and have experience in product development including solid modeling, finite element analysis, design verification testing, and product release.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology plus minimum 4 years experience
• Computer knowledge to include Pro/Engineer, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint
• Experience in Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Welding, and other manufacturing processes
• Strong project management skills to achieve goals including safety, quality, function, cost, and delivery
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Hydraulics and basic electrical knowledge

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive employee benefits package. If you are qualified and interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit resume and salary history to:

Northern Star Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Manufacturing Engineer

Northern Star Industries, Inc., a world-class manufacturer located in Iron Mountain, Michigan, is made up of two business units: Systems Control and The BOSS Snowplow. Systems Control is a state-of-the-art designer and manufacturer of equipment enclosures and protection, control, and telecommunications panels for electrical utilities. Currently our Systems Control division is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Assist with design and implementation of manufacturing improvements
• Design fixtures for welding, assembly and machine areas
• Assist with preventative maintenance procedures
• Lead Rapid Improvement (Kaizen) activities
• Research and specify new capital equipment
• Lead problem solving efforts in the plant

Education/Experience:

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes like welding, metal cutting and forming, painting and assembly
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing concepts
• AutoCAD or Pro/ENGINEER experience a plus
• Experience in fixture design
• Experience in capital equipment analysis and justifications

Skills:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Demonstrated computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Problem solving
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive employee benefits package. If you are qualified and interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit resume and salary history to:

Northern Star Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Electrical Testing Engineer

Northern Star Industries, Inc., a world-class manufacturer located in Iron Mountain, Michigan, is made up of two business units: Systems Control and the BOSS Snowplow. Systems Control is a state-of-the-art designer and manufacturer of equipment enclosures and protection, control, and telecommunications panels for electrical utilities. Currently our Systems Control division is seeking an Electrical Testing Engineer.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Perform functional testing and final acceptance on electrical panels and related equipment including: control panels, relay panels, Navy booths, group controllers, Sub-Station Control Centers and any other electrical cabinets or enclosures
• Assist engineering in the development and correction of wiring diagram and schematic drawings
• Ensure processes and documentation comply with all quality department procedures and requirements

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field
• Minimum one year experience in testing of electrical equipment or electrical maintenance preferred

Skills:

• Strong understanding of 3-phase power principles, function and operation of electrical relaying devices and associated equipment
• Ability to program microprocessor based relaying equipment
• Basic experience with Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Strong ability to read and understand electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Familiarity with Omicron and other test equipment

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive employee benefits package. If you are qualified and interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit resume and salary history to:

Northern Star Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer