Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Exhibit LDJ’s core values and culture in all aspects of the job.
• Read, learn, understand, and interpret blueprints and work instructions, and other instructions written or verbal, to complete assembly of products or components according to established guidelines and quality standards.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools following appropriate methods and procedures to complete mechanical assembly of components or products and prepare products and other items for shipment.
• Inspect and test parts and products as necessary, during or after assembly, according to established guidelines and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and maintain all equipment according to maintenance plans and established procedures.
• Practice problem solving and troubleshooting techniques as part of a team responsible for realizing continuous improvement to products and processes.
• Utilize designated personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs).
• Cross train to other departments as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Successful candidates need to possess a technical/mechanical aptitude for safely utilizing hand and power tools in the manufacture of heavy industrial equipment.
• Individual should have a strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and able to perform their assigned duties, in a quality manner with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, bill-of-materials (BOM), shop routings and blueprints.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be willing to learn and practice continuous improvement techniques such as 5S, onepiece flow, value stream mapping, set-up reduction, poka- yoke (mistake proofing), Kan-Ban etc.
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, or 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Travel

• This position does not require any travel.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is often required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

• Full-time Position
• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Supplemental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• ESOP
• 401(k) w/match

Applicants should complete the form below. Resumes and applications can be sent or emailed to:

LDJ Manufacturing, Inc.
1833 Highway 163
Pella, IA 50219

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Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Exhibit LDJ’s core values and culture in all aspects of the job.
• Support development, installation, calibration, and commissioning of new automation systems and upgrades.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify process improvements and enhance system efficiency and reliability.
• Program, modify, and optimize industrial robot programs (Panasonic, Fanuc or similar).
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on automated equipment, robotics, PLCs, sensors, and control systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues in manufacturing machinery.
• Program, modify, and optimize PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Omron, Click-PLC, or similar) and HMIs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, company policies, and quality standards.
• Train operators, programmers, and other users on automation equipment setup, operation, and maintenance.
• Other duties as management delegates.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency and strong knowledge of PLCs, electrical schematics, and instrumentation.
• Experience working on robotic systems (e.g., Fanuc, Panasonic).
• Proficiency with tools, testing equipment, and software used in industrial automation.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, Devicenet, etc.).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and TPM principles.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in Industrial Automation or related field.
• 2+ years of experience as an automation and controls technician in a manufacturing environment.

Travel

• This position does not require any travel.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Full-time Position
• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Supplemental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• ESOP
• 401(k) w/match

Applicants should complete the form below. Resumes and applications can be sent or emailed to:

LDJ Manufacturing, Inc.
1833 Highway 163
Pella, IA 50219

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Exhibit LDJ’s core values and culture in all aspects of the job.
• Utilize SolidWorks CAD to design and detail parts, weldments, and assemblies for products while considering product performance, reliability, manufacturability, cost, and safety.
• Develop and maintain bill of materials (BOM).
• Analyze design and production issues by using root cause analysis to provide solutions.
• Support technicians and production personnel in the building and testing of prototypes.
• Ensure documentation of test results and analysis of testing.
• Design basic electrical systems for trailers and vehicles, including wiring harnesses.
• Design basic hydraulic power system used for pumping fuel and other fluids.
• Investigate opportunities on current designs to improve performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost effectiveness and implement design changes as required using the ECO process and other best practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ability to think critically to solve problems.
• Ability to communicate engineering requirements.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with multiple functional groups to coordinate the flow of information.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines and customer expectations.
• Highly proficient in operating SolidWorks CAD software. SolidWorks Routing and Simulation (FEA) are preferred.
• Highly proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office Suite and business software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering (or similar field) OR
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in another field with a minimum of 5 years related experience.

Travel

• This position does not require any travel.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Full-time Position
• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Supplemental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• ESOP
• 401(k) w/match

Applicants should complete the form below. Resumes and applications can be sent or emailed to:

LDJ Manufacturing, Inc.
1833 Highway 163
Pella, IA 50219

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Exhibit LDJ’s core values and culture in all aspects of the job.
• Provide BOM related support for Engineering, Procurement, and Production.
• Optimize BOM structure to drive material requirements and execute production builds.
• Review and analyze ECO content and structure for accuracy - including cost analysis, auditing BOM changes, and other required validation activities. Identify and resolve discrepancies that exist.
• Ensure timely execution of ECO activities through a regular cadence of reviews and updates.
• Update ERP and other business systems based on content of completed ECO’s.
• Manage BOM data for legacy products.
• Maintain an effective communication plan for change releases to ensure the organization is properly informed.
• Drive adherence to business processes, especially for ECO’s and related functions.
• Verify that the documents that are related to the BOM, such as work instructions, fixture drawings, and equipment BOM’s are properly documented and completed.
• Provide support for creating, managing, programming, and maintaining product configurator rules in an ERP system.
• Additional duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications:

• Experience with processing BOM’s & ECO’s.
• Reading engineering drawings and working with an engineering/design team.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and must be able to develop excellent working relationships across multiple departments.
• Project and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with multiple and changing priorities.

Education and Experience:

• High School degree, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Manufacturing with experience relating to material requirements, inventory, and product design changes.

Travel

• This position does not require any travel.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Full-time Position
• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Supplemental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• ESOP
• 401(k) w/match

Applicants should complete the form below. Resumes and applications can be sent or emailed to:

LDJ Manufacturing, Inc.
1833 Highway 163
Pella, IA 50219

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Exhibit LDJ’s core values and culture in all aspects of the job.
• As the first point of contact, deliver an exemplary first impression to incoming sales leads.
• Respond to all incoming leads in a timely manner.
• Deliver a professional and consistent sales message through the Qualification and Discovery stages that build value and increase the likelihood of sales bookings.
• Guide prospects up to the appropriate sales stage for transition to Territory Sales Managers and Thunder Creek Equipment dealers ensuring professional relations.
• Proactively nurture active and non-active leads in Salesforce with the intent of turning over to TSMs for a sales quote.
• Generate quotes and convert sales bookings as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining up-to-date entries and lead status in Salesforce.
• Manage customer accounts, following up with customers and dealers when necessary for administrative purposes, and providing troubleshooting assistance for orders, account statuses, and other problems.
• Provide any necessary data or reports to sales leadership and appropriate team members.
• Work with sales leadership to develop and enhance best practices.
• Other duties as management delegates.

Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with a “can do” mentality.
• Demonstrable sales experience with a passion for continuous learning.
• Detailed oriented with excellent teamwork, motivational, and communication skills.
• Customer-focused, personable, reliable with the ability to resolve issues and deliver a high level of customer service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to travel on occasion.
• Highly proven interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem analysis and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• 3+ years of sales experience highly preferred.
• Experience in a sales environment with a manufacturer or distributor selling products to end-users a plus.
• Proficient computer use including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Excel.
• Previous CRM experience preferred.

Travel

• Travel requirements are limited but will be required occasionally.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Full-time Position
• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Supplemental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• ESOP
• 401(k) w/match

Applicants should complete the form below. Resumes and applications can be sent or emailed to:

LDJ Manufacturing, Inc.
1833 Highway 163
Pella, IA 50219

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Exhibit LDJ’s core values and culture in all aspects of the job.
• Generate sales across all product lines with an emphasis on Industrial end-users.
• Build and cultivate successful relationships with high-value prospects in pre-defined, though not limited industry verticals:
  • Site Development
  • Equipment Distributors
  • Road & Bridge
  • Fleet Management
  • Fuel Distribution
• Work closely with LDJ Territory Sales Managers and the Regional Sales Manager to properly route transactions and ensure professional dealer relations.
• Schedule product demonstrations (tow & show) weekly with both dealer sales staff and one-to-one with direct sale prospects.
• Conduct training with dealer sales staff related to: Product, selling techniques (ROI) and use of sales tools (SalesHub).
• Pursue direct sales via intensive cold calling, referrals, and local events & associations.
• Utilize EDA business intelligence to contact new prospects.
• Maintain and update Salesforce CRM.
• Demonstrate effective route planning and efficient use of time to maximize opportunities.
• Develop and execute tactical plans to increase sales.
• Support customers in need of warranty and product support.
• Travel beyond designated territory to assist with market development on a select basis.
• Keep management informed by submitting activity and results reports.
• Other duties as management delegates.

Qualifications:

• Construction/Industrial machinery background and familiarity with retail and wholesale distribution as well as direct sales.
• Highly proven interpersonal skills.
• Excellent problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer use including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Excel.
• CRM experience.

Education and Training:

• Three plus years of sales experience.
• Experience at either dealership level, Construction/Industrial machinery company, or fuel distribution organization

Travel

• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time with a valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Full-time Position
• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Supplemental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• ESOP
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) w/match
• Company Vehicle
• Company iPhone
• Company Laptop

Applicants should complete the form below. Resumes and applications can be sent or emailed to:

LDJ Manufacturing, Inc.
1833 Highway 163
Pella, IA 50219

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Exhibit LDJ’s core values and culture in all aspects of the job.
• Production welding on a variety of steel parts or products.
• Ability to perform a variety of welds in various positions.
• Willingness to learn and grow in welding ability.
• Other duties as management delegates.

Qualifications:

• Excellent work ethic with minimum supervision and highly organized.
• Good written and verbal communication skills that convey information effectively with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work well with others in fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work on feet for a 10-hour shift.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. without restriction.
• Ability to read blueprints with minimal assistance.
• Positive attitude that will be a good cultural fit is required.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ welding experience in a production environment.

Travel

• This position does not require any travel.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Full-time Position
• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Supplemental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• ESOP
• 401(k) w/match

Applicants should complete the form below. Resumes and applications can be sent or emailed to:

LDJ Manufacturing, Inc.
1833 Highway 163
Pella, IA 50219

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.