Mining Specialist (MT & WY)

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Healthcare coverage

401(k) matching

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Schaeffler is seeking a Mining Specialist to grow industrial aftermarket mining sales across Eastern Wyoming and Southern Montana. You will engage end-users, repair shops, and engineers, applying our bearings, lubrication, and condition monitoring solutions to improve ore processing operations.

You will map customer needs, provide in-field technical support, and collaborate with sales/distributors to drive adoption of Schaeffler products in mining sites, ensuring reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Fluent knowledge of mining and mineral processing processes, equipment, and bearing applications.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with problem-solving ability.
• Effective written and verbal communication in professional settings.
• Good presentation skills for technical audiences.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software.
• Strong time management and goal-oriented execution.
• Self-directed with a proven track record of achieving targets.
• Collaborative leadership to drive results through influence.
• Authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Grow mining and mineral processing sales in the assigned territory.
• Develop relationships with end-users, repair shops, contractors and engineers.
• Engage maintenance, reliability, operations and purchasing to build trust.
• Understand customer operations to identify and solve problems.
• Apply Schaeffler products to improve customer operations.
• Identify market needs and support product/service development.
• Provide in-field technical support, troubleshooting and installation help.
• Map equipment, bearings, processes and operations to advise customers.
• Coordinate with sales and distributors to align customer needs.

Skills

Mining & mineral processing

Mechanical aptitude

Technical communication

Presentation skills

MS Office proficiency

Time management

Self-directed

Leadership

Goal mapping & achievement

US work authorization

Education

BSME or related degree

Job description

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Job Overview

Schaeffler, a global automotive and industrial supplier, is seeking a Mining Specialist, in Eastern Wyoming and Southern Montana, to grow industrial aftermarket mining sales of bearings, lubrication, services, maintenance tools and condition monitoring products.

Schaeffler Mining Specialists are mining and mineral processing professionals respected for their expertise, problem-solving and service to the industry. They are a critical part of our mining industry team that creates differentiation with excellent service and engineered solutions. Mining Specialists are trusted advisors, offering sound advice and implementing practical solutions.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Grow mining & mineral processing sales in assigned territory
• Relationship development at end-users, repair shops, contractors & engineering firms
• Create engagement with maintenance, reliability, operations and purchasing to build trust and credibility
• Understand and integrate with customer’s operations to identify & solve problems
• Apply Schaeffler products and capabilities to improve customer’s operations
• Identify market needs and help champion development of products and services
• In-field technical support; troubleshooting, failure analysis, training, installation support
• Map equipment, bearings, processes and operations
• Interface end user needs with sales team and distributors

Your Qualifications

• Fluent in mining and mineral processing industry; processes, equipment and bearing applications
• Mechanical and technical aptitude required, BSME or related degree preferred
• Technical field experience; maintenance, engineering, troubleshooting, failure analysis
• Effective professional communicator, written and verbal
• Excellent presentation skills, both creation and delivery
• Proficiency in Microsoft office applications and ability to learn new software
• Efficient time management
• Self-directed and focused, with a proven ability to map out and achieve goals
• Collaborative leadership, driving results through influence
• Intrinsic curiosity to seek knowledge, develop and grow
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship

Requires:

• Safely walking large industrial sites, including stairs, ladders, and obstacles
• Regularly lifting and carrying 50lbs
• Working long hours standing, outdoors and in difficult conditions
• Regularly driving long distances within region and a good driving record
• 50% overnight travel

At Schaeffler, our success is driven by our employees. We value what you bring to our business, which is why we are committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that gives you and your family the care you need to lead healthy, productive lives. This includes amongst others the following:

• Company Vehicle: Including fuel and maintenance
• Opportunity: An industry diverse, high potential sales territory
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
• Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
• Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and developmentprograms.Through our Schaeffler Academy you will have access to a state-of-the-art and comprehensive learning and training offering.
• Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina
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