Welding Process Specialist

Airgas is Hiring for a Welding Process Specialist!

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!

• Sales Leader with a strong Welding Engineering background
• Travel required, auto allowance & expense reimbursement provided
• Candidate can be based out of Oakland, CA
• Base Pay: 85k-105k, plus bonus

Recruiter: Gina Kim/ gina.kim@airliquide.com/ (424) 241-2293

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.

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 may be created.

Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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.

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.

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.

Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road