Automation Sales Specialist

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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!

The Automation Sales Specialist will evaluate customer applications to determine the optimum product, services, retrofits, upgrades of equipment to fulfill the customer's requirements. You will conduct a variety of electronic, mechanical, and electromechanical tests on as well as installs of robotic systems, shape cutting systems, welding systems, subassemblies, and parts to ensure units functions according to specifications or to determine cause of unit failure by performing the following duties.

• Makes sales calls with Account Managers, Sales Managers, and Segment Managers to sell Preventive Maintenance, retrofits, new equipment, controllers, drive packages, and software to prospective and existing customers.

• Assists with proposals, quotations, and estimates for new and or upgrades and retrofits to existing customer equipment.

• Teaches and instructs operators on the proper use of equipment operation, sequencing and optimization of process.

• Participates in territory planning for sales and service & works in conjunction with Sales Managers, Account Managers, Segment Manager, and supplier representatives to achieve sales and service goals.

• Provides input on sales and expense budgets for Segment endeavors.

• Must be able to troubleshoot, evaluate applications and processes, break down, repair, install, and reassemble industrial automation and components.

• Reads test schedule, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams, and schematics to determine testing procedure and equipment to be used.

• Tests functional performance of systems, processes, subassemblies, and parts under specified environmental conditions such as temperature change, vibration, pressure, grounding and humidity.

• Orders parts and maintains stock of repair parts for sale and customer equipment repair.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in technical sales in the welding or automation industry.

• Strong knowledge of welding processes, equipment, and automation solutions.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Self-motivated and proactive in identifying sales opportunities and providing service.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Salesforce/SAP is a plus.

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Benefits

We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees.

We provide a progressive parental leave package for our eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children.

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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