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At S. Himmelstein and Company, we are continually seeking hardworking, talented individuals to fill our open positions and help us grow. When you join Himmelstein, you’re working for a successful company that is interested in helping you advance your skills and career. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Sales Manager

We are expanding and require a Sales Manager. As a Sales Manager at S. Himmelstein and Company, you'd be building and looking after a diverse team of manufacturer representatives, working together to bring our torque sensing solutions to customers. Daily customer engagements include conversations around how torque sensing can positively impact quality control and product development. A successful Sales Manager at S. Himmelstein and Company will develop a thorough understanding of the application of torque sensors and hands-in hardware installation strategies to ensure the best technical solution is presented. 70 to 75% of your time will be in our office in Hoffman Estates, IL. 25 to 30% of your time would be spent traveling to customer sites and visiting our manufacturer representatives. See the entire job profile and benefits here.

Administrative Assistant

S. Himmelstein and Company is the nation's leading torque sensor manufacturer. Join the manufacturing industry by starting or growing a career with us! Our organization has continually grown since 1960 and continues this day. Growing partnerships, growing technology, and most importantly, growing careers.

  • Carry out reception duties if/when appropriate and provide administrative support including photocopying and preparation of documents and record and distribute incoming and out coming mail.• Complete administrative tasks, scheduling essential calendar activities, arranging meetings as required.
  • Accurate and timely data gathering and input is an initial requirement with roles expanding in line with performance.
  • Correspond both written and verbally with colleagues and external contacts. Maintain confidentiality in client dealings and files as appropriate.
  • Be aware of and act in accordance with Himmelstein health and safety policy and conduct all activities in a manner which is safe to all staff.

As our organization grows and changes, this role will do the same. This is not a work from home opportunity. See the functions, responsibilities, and benefits here.

Shipping/Receiving Clerk

At S. Himmelstein and Company, we are currently seeking a hardworking  Shipping/Receiving Clerk as we'd like to promote our employee currently in this position. When you join Himmelstein, you’re working for a successful company that is interested in helping you advance your skills and career.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • 2 to 3 years previous shipping experience
  • Utilization of hand tools
  • Forklift/pallet handler experience
  • Ability to lift oversized/weighted packages
  • Punctuality and good attendance a must

Responsibilities:

  • Receive incoming packages and assign them to the proper department
  • Check incoming packages for proper shipping techniques and inspect for damage
  • Check incoming materials against bills of lading. Packing slips, etc. Verify nomenclature and identification.
  • Receipt of raw materials using forklift and pallet jacks
  • Package outgoing products correctly to assure safe delivery
  • Keep inventory of shipping supplies

Interested? View the entire description and benefits!

CNC Machinists

We are currently hiring experienced CNC Machinists for first shift, 6:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday and 6:00 am to 11:00 am on Saturday. More overtime is available.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience programming CNC Lathes or Mills
  • Program, set-up, troubleshoot, and operate CNC Lathes or Mills
  • Develop and refine machining strategies and processes for CNC machines
  • Hold tight tolerances for an entire production run
  • Instruct operator or fellow machinist on how to run parts when suitable
  • Make and recut jaws
  • Write new and modify existing G-code programs
  • Use measurement instruments to accurately measure dimensions within 0.0001"
  • Read, understand, and interpret blueprints with geometric tolerancing
  • Work independently with respect and consideration for the needs of the team
  • Follow all safety rules and practices
  • Strong mathemetics abilities, especially geometry and trigonometry
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Follow directions precisely

Ideal candidate capabilities:

  • Make programs with both G-code and CAM software
  • Operate CAD software
  • Have strong computer or macro programming background
  • Have robotic arm/automation background (for future shop upgrades)
  • Have mill-turn/5-axis experience (for future shop upgrades, no simultaneous 5-axis needed for our parts)
  • A strong understanding of Newtonian physics is a plus
  • Detail oriented, organized, and neat
  • Strong knowledge of machining parts in preparation for heat treat, splining, grinding, etc.

Immediate start for right candidate. Salary negotiable depending on experience.

If you believe you are the right fit, have the skills and expertise to add to our existing team and are looking to join a company where progression is a core value, please apply at saleshr@himmelstein.com.

Seeking Independent Manufacturers’ Representatives

We are seeking independent manufacturers’ representatives currently handling compatible lines for sales and marketing of Himmelstein torque measurements products in these available territories:

  • CA and NV
  • CO and WY
  • Eastern FL
  • Eastern PA, Southern NJ and DE
  • El Paso, NM, and AZ
  • GA
  • IA, NE, and Rock Island, IL
  • MD, Washington DC, and VA
  • MO, Southern IL and KS
  • MT, UT, and Southern ID
  • NY State
  • New York City, Long Island, and Northern NJ
  • Puerto Rico
  • OR, WA, and ID
  • Western WI, MN, ND and SD

Interested individuals should submit their line card and introductory letter to saleshr@himmelstein.com