Since 1960, Harger Inc. has been providing solutions to the lightning protection and grounding industries. We have experience in all facets of these markets including engineering, systems design, product manufacturing and installation. Our engineering department provides design services for engineers and contractors domestically, as well as internationally. We strive to stay on the cutting edge of technology, offering designs in the latest AutoCAD format. We use only the finest materials in the manufacture of our equipment. Whether the parts are cast, formed or stamped, you can be assured if it's made by Harger, its quality. We truly believe the customer is the company. We constantly monitor customer service, especially our response time. It is Harger's ultimate goal to ensure that our customers receive the highest quality products in a time frame that fits their requirements.
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Current Openings
CAD Designer - Grayslake, IL
Entry-level position where the CAD Designer will be asked to produce rendered images, product simulation videos, and two-dimensional drawings using Autodesk® Inventor® in conjunction with AutoCAD®.
Responsibilities:
- Create 2D & 3D high-quality rendered images, product animations, and 2D detailed production blueprints.
- Collaborate with the Marketing, Quality Control, Production, and Engineering Departments to determine and verify product specifications and functionality.
- Manage drawings through their lifecycle – create and update drawings based on internal design reviews and customer feedback.
- Work in an independent manner under the guidance of a supervisor or technical lead.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Associate’s Degree with emphasis in Computer Aided Design and Drafting or certification from an accredited Technical School in a related area.
- Proficient with Autodesk® Inventor® 3D solid modeling, assemblies, and Inventor® Studio.
- Intermediate familiarity with AutoCAD® 2D drafting.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
- Must be incredibly detail-oriented.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office® software: Word®, Excel®, PowerPoint®, and Outlook®.
- Excellent communication and organization skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time.
- Periodic bending, walking, talking as well as finger and arm movement.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in an office and shop environment.
Location:
Grayslake, IL
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Field Service Engineer - Grayslake, IL
Provide Harger partners full support in the installation of their lightning protection projects by providing pre and post installation site visits as well as being onsite for the independent 3rd party inspection when applicable.
Responsibilities:
- Knowledge and understanding of the current NFPA 780, UL96A, NEC and other industry standards related to lightning protection and grounding.
- Product knowledge of the lightning protection and grounding components.
- Read, understand and interpret all construction documents from a plan set.
- Travel to work site to conduct thorough pre and post installations. Provide guidance as necessary.
- Provide thorough documentation and reports of all site visits and customer interactions.
- Be present for UL inspections.
- Accurately design lightning protection systems from the field when plan set information is not available.
- Track all projects assigned and report on status.
- Complete all travel expense reports in a timely manner.
- Attend safety training meetings and comply with all safety requirements.
- Attend Field Service meetings.
- Document all activities in the Project Folders.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- High School diploma; some College preferred.
- Lightning protection and grounding installation experience.
- Effective communication skills; written and oral.
- Basic computer skills and proficient in:
- Microsoft Word
- Blue Beam Revu
- Read and understand Harger AutoCAD shop drawings.
- Work independently with little supervision.
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent traveling both domestic and internationally.
- Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time.
- Ability to climb up and down ladders.
- Ability to be transported in a Lift. (Access to higher elevation structures)
- Walk on building rooftops using the required safety measures.
- Exposure to weather.
- Frequent bending, walking, and talking.
- Harger will provide computer equipment to work remotely
- Team member provided equipment:
- Internet service
- Desk/work area
Work Environment:
- Work performed in an office environment and outdoors.
- Exposure to weather.
Location:
Grayslake, IL
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Inside Sales Representative - Grayslake, IL
To support customer needs and drive sales in a fast-paced team environment. Provide accurate, timely and quality work to customers.
Responsibilities:
- Prompt handling of all customer service requests, including but not limited to quote requests, technical product information, application questions, and customer contract resolutions.
- Follow up on quotes and projects to drive sales and derive market intelligence.
- Ensure timely responses to customers.
- Work with order entry, manufacturing and shipping to resolve questions on orders including but not limited to pricing, lead times, freight, payment terms, and part numbers.
- Work with team members to meet customer’s needs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- High School diploma is required. Some college is preferred.
- Electrical or industry related experience is desired.
- Work independently with attention to detail and provide accurate information
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Knowledge of Navision ERP system is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Position requires sitting for extended periods, bending, walking, talking, and arm and finger movement.
- Harger will provide computer equipment to work remotely
- Team member provided equipment:
- Internet service
- Desk/work area
Work Environment:
- Work performed in an office environment.
Location:
Grayslake, IL
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Maintenance Technician - Grayslake, IL
Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment. Monitor equipment and ensure equipment is running optimally for continued production.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect equipment by reviewing parts and ensure that they are working properly.
- Identify and perform necessary maintenance on equipment as needed.
- Conduct routine servicing of equipment as part of measures to prevent breakdowns and malfunctions.
- Maintain accurate maintenance activities on the equipment.
- Communicate with management regarding faulty equipment and make recommendations on maintenance techniques for optimal performance.
- Responsible for following safety rules as well as using safe procedures.
- Keeping all tools and supplies in their work area put away in the appropriate location on a daily basis.
- Keep work area clean and organized.
- Maintain a safe work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of mechanical maintenance process.
- Ability to troubleshoot and detect malfunctioning machinery
- Ability to read blueprints/drawings.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Mathematically literate.
- Communicate effectively.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Knowledge of various types of equipment and processes such as:
- Air and power tools
- Rulers, tape measures and gages
- Ability to work independently.
Physical Requirements:
- Continuous standing, moving and reaching with arms and hand.
- Frequently walks, bends, lifts and carries items.
- Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in a shop environment.
- Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, and odors.
Location:
Grayslake, IL
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Product Manager - Grayslake, IL
Assist with executing the company's strategy for new lightning protection products and revisiting existing products by working closely with the appropriate Harger personnel.
Responsibilities:
- Reviewing current product lines for material and manufacturing cost savings.
- Coordination with sales for custom, client specific assemblies.
- Performing viability studies on custom assemblies for potential incorporation into catalog offerings.
- Assist with representation on standards committees.
- Maintain AutoDesk licensing company-wide.
- Coordinate with Field Services Manager for maintaining and updating of Field Service AutoCAD deployments and routines.
- Coordinate with Field Service Engineers for enhancing BlueBeam reporting capabilities and efficiencies.
- Train Field Service Designers and Estimators in the usage and design of grounding systems utilizing the WinIGS software package.
- Relay and advise applicable departments upon changes to the industry standards.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- High School diploma is required. A bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Advertising is preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of BlueBeam and WinIGS software.
- Detail oriented and creative.
Physical Requirements:
- Position requires sitting for extended periods, bending, walking, talking, and arm and finger movement.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in an office environment.
Location:
Grayslake, IL
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Shipping Clerk - Grayslake, IL
Work with Shipping and Receiving team members, plant managers, Purchasing, Customer Service and Sales Department as well as other areas to fulfill shipping requirements within the facility. Ensure that products are received efficiently for use within the plant or within inventory stock for resale to customers.
Responsibilities
- Pick and pack shipping orders.
- Processing UPS and FedEx shipments through Navision, UPS World Ship and other third-party logistics suppliers.
- Maintain inventory on packing and shipping supplies by daily cycle counting.
- Ensure that stock shelves are maintained properly and well organized.
- Review daily reports with Manager to determine shipping priorities, work assignments and shipping methods required to meet shipping/receiving schedules.
- Expedite of required quick turnaround orders by customers and Inside Sales.
- Coordinate products from Receiving to work cells and from work cells to Shipping.
- Communicate with the Manager on all issues related to discrepancies on shipments and receipts.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- High School diploma.
- Communication skills, written and oral.
- Organizational skills.
- Experience work in a shipping/receiving environment or related industrial experience.
- Inventory control knowledge.
- Understanding of basic computer functions.
- Basic Math skills.
- Ability to work with little supervision after training.
- Work in a team environment.
- Attention to detail.
Physical Requirements:
- Continuous standing, moving and reaching with arms and hand.
- Frequently walks, bends, lifts and carries items.
- Periodically going up and down ladders.
- Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in a shop environment.
- Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, and odors.
Location:
Grayslake, IL
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Tool Room Technician-Trainee - Grayslake, IL
Build all new fixtures as well as dies to specifications.
Responsibilities:
- Assists Tool Room Manager in building of new fixtures and dies.
- Makes modifications to programs for machining
- Reads blueprints, understands requirements, dimensions, tolerances
- Loads programs into CNC machining centers, modifies programs as needed.
- Sets up fixtures/positions part
- Set up and run CNC equipment in Tool Room
- Changes offsets as needed
- Measures finished quality of parts with gaging
- Runs manual machines as needed
- Responsible for following safety rules as well as using safe procedures.
- Keeping all tools and supplies in their work area and put away in the appropriate location on a daily basis.
- Keep work area clean and organized.
- Maintain a safe work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read blueprints/drawings
- CNC Programming or enrolled in equivalent classes
- TMA Apprenticeship program enrollment desired
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Mathematically literate.
- Communicate effectively.
- Knowledge of various types of equipment and processes such as:
- Air and power tools
- Rulers, tape measures and gages
- CNC Equipment
- Ability to work independently.
Physical Requirements:
- Continuous standing, moving and reaching with arms and hand.
- Frequently walks, bends, lifts and carries items.
- Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in a shop environment.
- Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, and odors.
Location:
Grayslake, IL
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Machine Operator 1 - Grayslake, IL & Fairmont, NC - 1st & 2nd Shift
Produce products in a timely and efficient manner to produce products for the customers.
Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate various machines and assemble parts as directed by Cell Lead.
- Effectively monitor production equipment.
- Read and understand bill of materials and blue prints of drawings.
- Communicate with Cell Lead on all issues related to discrepancies on drawing or BOM.
- Inspect pieces/parts and ensure they conform to specification and industry standards.
- Operator air and power tools, as needed.
- Use measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, thread gages, gage pins and tape measure.
- Maintain productivity at levels that match or exceed production standards.
- Responsible for following safety rules as well as using safe procedures.
- Keeping all tools and supplies in their work area put away in the appropriate location on a daily basis. Keep work area clean and organized.
- Work closely with the Quality Control Department.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Basic computer knowledge and familiar with Excel.
- Read and understand blueprints/drawings.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Communicate effectively.
- Knowledge of various types of equipment and processes such as:
- Air and power tools
- Rulers, tape measures and gages
- Ability to work independently.
Physical Requirements:
- Continuous standing, moving and reaching with arms and hand.
- Frequently walks, bends, lifts and carries items.
- Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in a shop environment.
- Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, and odors.
Location:
Grayslake, IL (1st and 2nd shift)
Fairmont, NC (1st and 2nd shift)
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Machine Operator II - Grayslake, IL & Fairmont, NC - 1st & 2nd Shift
Produce products in a timely and efficient manner to produce products for the customer.
Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate various machines and assemble parts as directed by Cell Lead.
- Use computer-controlled equipment to operator automatic or semi-automatic machines.
- Use controls and adjust machine settings to complete more complex tasks according to specifications.
- Effectively monitor production equipment.
- Read and understand bill of materials and blue prints of drawings.
- Communicate with Cell Lead on all issues related to discrepancies on drawing or BOM.
- Inspect pieces/parts and ensure they conform to specification and industry standards.
- Operator air and power tools, as needed.
- Use measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, thread gages, gage pins and tape measure.
- Work closely with the Quality Control Department to ensure products meet Harger standards.
- Maintain productivity at levels that match or exceed production standards.
- Responsible for following safety rules as well as using safe procedures.
- Keeping all tools and supplies in their work area put away in the appropriate location on a daily basis. Keep work area clean and organized.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Two or more years of experience operating machinery.
- Read and understand blueprints/drawings.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Communicate effectively.
- Knowledge of various types of equipment and processes such as:
- Air and power tools
- Rulers, tape measures and gages
- Ability to work independently.
Physical Requirements:
- Continuous standing, moving and reaching with arms and hand.
- Frequently walks, bends, lifts and carries items.
- Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in a shop environment.
- Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, and odors.
Location:
Grayslake, IL (1st and 2nd shift)
Fairmont, NC (1st and 2nd shift)
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Quality Inspector - Fairmont, NC
Inspect incoming materials as well as manufactured products to ensure suitability for use for manufacturing and shipments to customers.
Responsibilities
- Inspect incoming materials.
- Take basic measurements to verify against packing slip and NAV item description. Verify against blueprint.
- Obtain and review material certifications as required by inspection plans.
- Verify material certificates to list of Harger specifications.
- Record data, scan documents as needed for manufacturing and quality.
- Perform additional inspection on “Enterprise Critical” items.
- Notify the Quality Engineer in a timely manner of any discrepancies on incoming inspection or quality concerns on products.
- First piece inspection and ongoing in process inspection of manufactured products in various cells.
- In process inspection of other products as scheduled/assigned.
- Perform incoming and in process inspection of weld metal
- Perform and shop audits
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to use and read a tape measure, caliper, micrometer, hardness tester and other quality control equipment for measurement and analysis.
- Proficient in Microsoft suite such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Excellent communication skills and organization skills.
- Ability to read blueprints is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Continuous standing, moving and reaching with arms and hand.
- Frequently walks, bends, lifts and carries items.
- Periodically going up and down ladders.
- Occasionally requires lifting and/or moving up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in an office and shop environment.
- Exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, and odors.
Location:
Fairmont, NC
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Regional Sales Manager - Northeast Territory
Promote and increase the sales of all Harger products by developing and fostering customer relationships.
Responsibilities
- Responsible to promote and increase sales of all Harger products through the application of effective:
- Sales calls
- Time and territory management
- Product and market focus
- REP management
- Distributor program
- Regional show booth presence
- Achieve sales goals through effective use of expenses, forecasting, goals and objective, and timely reporting.
- Represent Harger with professionalism and provide customers with a sense of dependability, prompt service and the initiative to get the job completed.
- Execute a formal sales process that is relationship and consultative based.
- Collaborate with the Inside Sales Department, team members and customers to achieve the customers’ requirements.
- Use company vehicles and equipment in a responsible and safe manner.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- High School diploma required. An Associates of Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- Previous telecommunications, electrical or electrical distribution experience is a plus but not required.
- Competency in conversation questions and listening with customers’ concerns.
- Problem solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interface with team members as well as vendors.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Valid driver’s license.
Physical Requirements:
- Position requires sitting for extended periods, bending, walking, talking, and arm and finger movement.
Work Environment:
- Work performed in an office environment and regularly travels to customers via various modes of transportation.
Location:
Northeast Territory
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While the job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the position or to require that other or different tasks be performed.
Employment Application
Please email or fax your resume to [email protected] or 847-543-5073.
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