Buyer is responsible for the purchasing, scheduling, and expediting of purchased parts within their assigned commodity to include raw material, fabricated to print or off the shelf components. Responsibilities include developing good supplier relationships, as well as expanding and qualifying new suppliers. Cost control functions will include competitive quoting while optimizing quality, inventory, reliability, delivery, and cost of StoneAge’s parts and accessories. The Buyer shall exemplify and foster the StoneAge OWN IT mindset, values, and self-leadership principles. 

This position has a starting salary range of $50,000 to $60,000, depending on experience and reports to the Supply Chain Senior Manager. 

• Responsible for maintaining inventory of Purchased Parts according to parameters established by the management team. 

• Purchase parts to include (but not exclusive to) Fabricated to print, raw materials, consumables, off the shelf and subcontracted items. 

• Coordinate with Suppliers on quality and scheduling issues during the procurement cycle. 

• Maintain and foster positive Supplier relationships while monitoring their ability to perform. 

• Responsible for the identification of new Suppliers in area of expertise as well as their qualification, quality, and development. 

• Analyze price breaks vs. order quantity and trends usage. 

• Serve as interface between Quality Control, Engineering, and Vendor to quickly resolve quality issues through temporary containment countermeasures and monitoring of the corrective action request process. 

• Act as back up for other buyers when required. 

• Prepare RFQ’s. 

• Negotiate purchase orders and supply contracts. 

• Assistance in the process of returns, resolving receiving discrepancies and billing discrepancies. 

• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees and to communicate and interact effectively with management and team members at all levels through both verbal and written means. 

• Must have a continuous improvement mindset 

• Demonstrates the “Own It” mindset and fosters the mindset. 

• Be a Great Teammate 

• Practice Self-Leadership 

• Deliver on the StoneAge Assurance Promise 

• Any other duties requested by Supply Chain Senior Manager. 

KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS 

The Buyer must have: 

• Basic knowledge of materials, machining and manufacturing processes 

• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers as well as other employees. 

• Understand basic cost and inventory accounting procedures. 

• Good negotiating skills 

• Attention to detail. 

• Experience with MRP systems and basic analysis of purchasing requirements as well as Microsoft Office software. 

OTHER INFORMATION 

• Some travel to visit suppliers may be required. 

• Extended working hours may be needed at peak times or when short staffed.  

• We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Diversity at Our Company means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.

StoneAge offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Group health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with a guaranteed match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness rewards program, and much more!

Even more exciting, we are an employee-owned company with profit-sharing and anEmployee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP"), in which shares of company stock are allocated to eligible employees each year.

Our "Own It" mindset captures what many of us consider the biggest benefit of all: a highly engaged, collaborative workplace where everyone matters and every employee makes a significant impact.

Please visit our website at www.stoneagetools.com to get a better sense of our company and ouremployee-owned culture!

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A successful candidate will ensure the reliable performance of StoneAge’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. StoneAge uses Epicor Kinetic as its business process management software. This software manages and integrates the company’s financials, supply chain, operations, manufacturing, and commerce. As the ERP administrator and developer, you will provide ongoing production support including but not limited to maintenance, updates, troubleshooting and resolution, and process improvements of ERP-related hardware, software, and user access problems.

As part of the Data Optimization Team at StoneAge, you will be responsible for StoneAge's data infrastructure. Together you will collaboratively create and implement the vision and strategy for StoneAge’s data.

This position reports to the Data Optimization Manager. The starting salary for this position is$90k-$110k and relocation assistance will be provided.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide Tier 1 & Tier 2 level support for Epicor ERP system including but not limited to:
• Set up and maintain user accounts
• Maintaining security
• Troubleshooting and solving incidents reported by users including all ancillary software such as QuickShip and Bartender labels.
• Responding to system outages
• Starting/Stopping servers, installing patches, and releases
• Escalating issues to vendors
• Initiating and leading root cause analysis efforts to identify and implement solutions to operational issues.
• Solution implementation most likely will include customizations as well as Epicor function development.
• Monitoring system health including but not limited to:
• Track and report on Epicor performance; verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, servers, systems, and key processes
• Reviewing system and application logs
• Verifying completion of scheduled jobs
• Install new or rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, or storage
• Perform ongoing performance tuning, and resource optimization as required; make recommendations to improve performance.
• Develop and maintain data needs including but not limited to:
• Epicor BAQ (Business Activity Queries)
• Epicor Dashboards
• SSRS reports
• Develop and maintain installation, operational, and configuration procedures.
• Develop Epicor ERP software solutions for business problems by developing, testing, and implementing bug fixes, enhancements, process improvements, and software integrations.
• Assist departments in identifying and implementing process improvements to streamline operations
• Leverage established design patterns and coding standards. Ensuring solutions are secure, durable, scalable, flexible, accessible, and proactively mitigate against production support issues.
• Provide a smooth transition of projects from development, to quality assurance, to production.
• Provide excellent customer service to all StoneAge employees
• Perform any other duties requested by the supervisor

KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

The ERP Administrator must have skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years experience supporting Epicor’s Kinetic ERP software
• Minimum 2 years experience Microsoft SQL Server Database Experience.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees and to communicate and interact effectively with team members at all levels through both verbal and written means
• Working knowledge of Office 365, and Azure
• An understanding of current IT and IS technologies, including APIs
• Skills to analyze and resolve complex logical and interpersonal issues
• Have strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively in all mediums with a diverse group of people; understand different global cultures.
• Have a strong belief in ethics and the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
• Have a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientated
• Be an excellent team builder, strategic thinker, and customer service-driven

The ERP Administrator desirable skills:

• Experience with Epicor, Salesforce, MuleSoft, Solidworks, VMWare, Service Desk, and SQL Server are preferred

OTHER INFORMATION

• Occasionally may require work to be scheduled outside of normal work schedule, long days, and evening/weekend hours to meet deadlines or to conduct application testing.
• Extended working hours may be needed
• Travel may be required
• Follow all Safety Protocols outlined in the StoneAge Safety Handbook

We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Diversity at our company means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths.

StoneAge offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Group health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with a guaranteed match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness rewards program, and much more!

Even more exciting, we are an employee-owned company with profit-sharing and anEmployee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP"), in which shares of company stock are allocated to eligible employees each year.

Our "Own It" mindset captures what many of us consider the biggest benefit of all: a highly engaged, collaborative workplace where everyone matters and every employee makes a significant impact.

Please visit our website at www.stoneagetools.com to get a better sense of our company and ouremployee-owned culture!

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Job Overview

We’re looking for a Sales Engineer to help StoneAge’s custom and plant solutions division, StoneAge Solutions, grow by building and maintaining strong customer relationships while providing technical expertise and custom solutions for our products. As the main contact for StoneAge Solutions’ customers, you’ll ensure their needs are met, help them get the most out of our engineered solutions, and provide technical insights that support their cleaning goals. The purpose of this role is to build customer relationships, develop requirements for their cleaning applications, resolve issues quickly, and identify new growth opportunities.

This role works closely with the StoneAge Solutions’ engineering team, as well as StoneAge’s Regional Sales Managers and operations team. The position reports to the Director of StoneAge Solutions and has a starting salary range of $120,000-$135,000 plus commission.

Primary Responsibilities

Account Management

• Manage a portfolio of accounts, focusing on long-term success and client satisfaction.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, handling requests, issues, and technical questions with a customer-first approach.
• Conduct regular check-ins with clients to assess their satisfaction and usage of their product/solution, identifying areas to improve or expand service.

Sales Engineering & Technical Expertise

• Partner with clients during pre-sales and onboarding to understand their technical requirements, demonstrating how StoneAge products can meet their needs.
• Provide technical support and product demonstrations to help clients understand and maximize the value of StoneAge’s tools and automated systems.
• Customize product solutions to align with specific client requirements, ensuring a seamless fit with their operations. Work with client to develop the application requirements and communicate those requirements to the StoneAge Solutions’ engineering team.
• Act as the client’s technical advisor, addressing their engineering questions and collaborating with internal teams to refine solutions.

Business Development

• Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and seek new business by leveraging technical knowledge and industry networks.
• Set and track account goals, ensuring alignment with StoneAge’s overall sales objectives.
• Consistently meet, and strive to exceed, sales targets by managing accounts, providing technical insight, and building strong client relationships.

Customer Support and Problem Solving

• Quickly resolve client issues, including technical problems, by coordinating with the Engineering and Customer Support teams.
• Proactively identify potential technical or operational challenges, offering solutions to improve client experience.
• Regularly check in with clients to gather feedback and improve their experience with StoneAge Solutions’ products and solutions.

Sales Tracking and Reporting

• Track key sales metrics, such as quarterly results and annual forecasts, to stay aligned with company goals.
• Report on account status, technical solutions provided, and pipeline updates, highlighting opportunities and performance to senior management.

Team Collaboration and Support

• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Customer Support teams to ensure seamless service across all client touchpoints.
• Partner with the Director of StoneAge Solutions to develop strategic technical opportunities, supporting sales and marketing initiatives to expand key accounts.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional departments to meet client needs, including technical specifications, product customizations, and quoting.
• Work with the legal team to negotiate and finalize sales agreements, ensuring terms align with company standards.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, technical solutions, and sales activities in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce).
• Use data to identify patterns, track performance, and refine sales strategies.
• Stay informed on industry trends, technology advancements, and customer needs, positioning StoneAge as a trusted, innovative partner.
• Share client feedback with the team to improve product design and services.
• Represent StoneAge at industry events to connect with clients and promote our brand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, a related field, or equivalent technical experience.
• Proven experience as an Account Manager, Sales Engineer, or similar role, with a history of managing accounts and hitting sales targets, ideally in the Oil & Gas and Petrochem industries.
• Technical knowledge in the waterblast industry and/or experience with high-pressure tooling and automated systems is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Understanding of sales metrics, technical specifications, and the ability to use data to drive decisions.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and technical problem-solving skills.

Skills

• Strong customer focus, with the ability to build positive client relationships and address technical inquiries.
• Organized and able to manage multiple accounts effectively.
• Quick to respond to client needs, providing both technical solutions and project tracking.
• Adaptable and proactive, with a solid business understanding and technical acumen.

·        Be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees and to communicate and interact effectively with management and team members at all levels through both verbal and written means.

·        Embrace and demonstrate the StoneAge “OWN IT” mindset and behaviors daily

o   Be a good teammate

o   Practice self-leadership

o   Deliver on the StoneAge Assurance Promise

Why StoneAge? StoneAge is the global leader in designing and manufacturing high-pressure waterblast tooling and automated, IoT-enabled/robotic equipment, based in Durango, CO., with five subsidiaries in four countries. We are an innovative, employee-owned company that aims to change our industry and the world through advancing technical products and services – and with our unique, people-centric culture.

We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Diversity at our company means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. 

StoneAge offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Group health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with a guaranteed match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness rewards program, and much more!

Even more exciting, we are an employee-owned company with profit-sharing and anEmployee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP"), in which shares of company stock are allocated to eligible employees each year.

Our "Own It" mindset captures what many of us consider the biggest benefit of all: a highly engaged, collaborative workplace where everyone matters and every employee makes a significant impact.

Please visit our website at www.stoneagetools.com to get a better sense of our company and ouremployee-owned culture!

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The position is responsible for the engineering design of new automated waterblast systems and accessories, as well as maintaining and improving current tool designs to enhance StoneAge’s product offerings. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer is responsible for product design from conception through sustainment. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer shall also serve to mentor more junior engineers and provide technical oversight as appropriate.  

This position reports to the Director of Engineering. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Product Design: 

• Present new product ideas to Engineering team via the Engineering Meeting. Must have a collaborative nature. 

• Participate in the requirement development process for new products via end-user interface, and collaboration with the Business Development, Marketing and Engineering Teams.  

• Assess new engineering projects for viability (design limitations, cost concerns, functionality, and tradeoffs).  Present these issues to the engineering team along with recommendations for resolution. 

• Develop designs for new products that are reliable, cost effective, and easily manufactured. 

• Perform design analyses as appropriate (tolerance analysis, FEA, thermal, flow).  

• Generate and maintain engineering drawings from internal and external design criteria and in accordance with StoneAge drawing standards.  Assist in drawing and specification interpretation to maintain quality.  

• Estimate material/fabrication costs for new products and custom products – execute new product development to cost targets and communicate cost vs. performance conflicts early in the design. 

• Identify and communicate patentable technology during the creation of new products.  

• Prepare and facilitate product design reviews. Incorporate feedback into designs as permitted given product requirements. 

• Review product design and analyses of junior team members and provide technical advice and direction.  

• Lead design discussions and provide technical training within the weekly Engineering Meeting. 

• Work with QC to identify critical features and tolerances and ensure measurement capabilities.   

• Work with Purchasing, Outside Vendors and Internal Machine Shop as prototype parts are fabricated to ensure designs are manufacturable and easily inspected. 

• Assist CAD Technician on design as needed. 

• Track and log engineering time as appropriate. 

• Follow the New Product Development Process. Communicate project status in real time (no surprises).  

Product Test: 

• Assemble prototype products 

• Draft test plans and perform testing for evaluating the performance, safety and reliability of prototype designs.   

• Develop standard test methods for product and material conformance. 

• Review and evaluate field-tested units and customer feedback on field tested units to improve product design.  

Product Transition: 

• Support QC to disposition non-conforming parts related to the engineer’s product designs.  

• Coordinate with the New Products Team (Engineering, Purchasing, QC, Operations, Sales, Business Development, and Marketing) to ensure that new product designs transition smoothly into production.    

• Work with Manufacturing Engineer on Part ID assignment for new products or updates with existing products. 

• Train end-users, Dealers or StoneAge staff on proper tool assembly, maintenance and operation.  

• Create ECN’s when engineering drawings are revised and work with Production Control for recording/ implementing any reworks required outside the ECN process. 

• Assist manufacturing in the building, testing, and training associated with new products.  

• Assist Repair Technician on returned tools and rental items for repair and warranty. 

KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS 

Required: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.  

•  5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience. 

• CAD proficiency (Solidworks is preferred) 

• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.  

• Experience in design for manufacturing. 

• Experience in product research and development. 

• Hands-on mechanical or machining experience.  

• Working knowledge of MS Office software.  

The Sr. Product Engineer must possess at least one of the following skills: 

• Electro-mechanical design and control: 

• Knowledge of servo drives, motors, design and troubleshooting experience of motion control systems. 

• Experience programming Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and motion controls. 

• Knowledge of or experience with integrating HMI (Human Machine Interface) with PLC and motion controls. 

• Practical and/or product design experience in the waterblast industry or a closely related field. 

• Solidworks simulation proficiency (Structural Analysis, Motion and Flow).  

OTHER INFORMATION 

• Travel may be required. 

• Extended working hours may be needed at peak times or when short staffed. 

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. 

• Must be able to lift heavy loads using proper lifting techniques as outlined in the StoneAge Employee Handbook. 

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Profit Sharing Bonuses

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