Hose Fab Associate

Thompson Machinery; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Vision and dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k matching

Profit Sharing

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Thompson Machinery is hiring a Hose Fab Associate to build and service hydraulic hoses, fittings, and seals across all machine brands. You will provide technical support, work with PSSRs to grow hose sales, and maintain accurate inventory and records.

The role requires a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 3+ years of relevant experience and forklift certification; willingness to work at a Mississippi location with potential overtime and lifting. We offer comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required and three or more years of relevant experience desired.
• Proven experience as forklift operator is preferred.
• Must complete TMCC forklift training and certification within first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and test hydraulic hoses, fittings, and seals to specs.
• Provide technical support and product knowledge to customers.
• Partner with PSSRs to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Maintain inventory of hose products, fittings, and components.
• Ensure work meets safety and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hose-related issues.
• Build relationships to expand hose services.
• Keep records of work orders, requests, and inventory usage.
• Work at the assigned location, including overtime or weekends if needed.
• May lift 25–30 pounds; may involve hazards; frequent hand use.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

TMCC forklift training

Job description

Hose Fab Associate

Looking for more than just a job? At Thompson Machinery, we've been powering progress since 1944. We are the go-to Caterpillar dealer for Middle and West Tennessee and North Mississippi. Come join a team where our mission is simple: deliver smart solutions, build lasting partnerships, strengthen the communities we call home and invest in your growth.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Hose Fab Associate is responsible for building and supporting customer needs related to hydraulic hoses, hose fittings, seals, and related components. The Hose Fab Associate will play a key role in delivering high-quality solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction, and growing our hose business across all machine brands.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fabricate, assemble, and test hydraulic hoses, fittings, and seals to meet customer specifications
• Provide technical support and product knowledge to customers regarding hose and related solutions
• Partner closely with Product Support Sales Representatives (PSSRs) to identify and pursue new business opportunities
• Maintain inventory of hose products, fittings, and components to ensure timely fulfillment of customer requests
• Ensure all work meets company quality standards and industry safety requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues related to hose assemblies and related products
• Build strong relationships with existing and prospective customers to expand our hose services
• Keep accurate records of work orders, customer requests, and inventory usage
• Must be available to work at assigned location, including overtime, evenings or weekends if needed
• May have to lift up to 25-30 pounds on occasion
• May work in an environment where hazards are present
• Requires frequent hand use for typing, operating the phone, handling materials, and other job-related tasks
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

We all have different backgrounds, yet we all use our unique contributions to provide the highest quality of service.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required and three or more years of relevant experience desired.
• Proven experience as forklift operator is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, TECHNICAL SKILL, & ABILITIES

• Must be able to complete TMCC forklift and training certification within first 90 days of employment. Upon completion of forklift training and certification all warehouse associates are required to perform forklift operations duties on an as needed basis which is determined by your immediate supervisor or manager
• Demonstrate strict adherence to all applicable corporate safety standards
• Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, adaptability, and a strong customer service focus
• Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

At Thompson Machinery, we believe that great benefits are more than just perks- they're essential for employee well-being and success. We've designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring that our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Here's an overview of our benefits, including some that set us apart from our competitors.

THE BASICS

• Various medical plan options
• Vision and dental insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid basic life insurance
• 401k matching
• Profit Sharing
• 8 paid holidays annually
• Initially up to 15 days of Paid Time Off annually with increase after five years of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

WHAT SETS US APART

• Competitive pay
• Exposure to world-class CAT training and development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Tool Purchase Assistance to buy high-quality tools at deep discounts
• Annual stipend toward the purchase of work boots
• Company Incentive Bonus Program
• Paid Veteran holiday annually to all service members
• Training and Development programs
• Work uniforms and professional cleaning services
• Financial Wellness programs

Thompson Machinery offers competitive salaries and a complete benefits package.Compensation for this position will be commensurate with candidate experience and background. Thompson Machinery is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.