This is an exciting product development and engineering opportunity.

Work Summary

Work with Helac’s products and services by proactively testing, refining our current products, developing and prototyping new applications. Responsible for assigned projects and proposals, including program design, cost, schedule, and testing. Coordinate with testing, engineering, marketing, sales, service and production to complete assigned projects. Provide leadership to designers and other related Helac business functions.

Description of this position

• Assume complete responsibility for multiple projects and business initiatives under the guidance of our Engineering Manager and/or the supervising Project Manager for proposals and projects assigned. Will coordinate with the representatives of testing, engineering, marketing, sales, service and production to plan and develop programs.
• Supervise drafter-designers, junior level engineers, and other engineering staff.
• Estimate and maintain effective control of project, schedule and product cost.
• Ensure all analysis for form, fit, and function is complete.
• Ensure products meet advertised specifications by description of the product, envelope, performance, stress analysis, weight analysis, reliability, materials and other data required to satisfy the specifications.
• Review and approve complete product drawings, drawing release packages, and drawing revisions.
• Implement product testing for all new designs.
• You’ll work with production to assist in establishing and communicating proper assembly and testing procedures.
• Application Engineering: work with customers and/or sales personnel to determine cost effective solutions for current future customers.
• Develop and coordinate product improvements and cost savings programs.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education and Experience – BSME with a minimum of 7 years of engineering experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Familiarity with lathe-mill machining, fabrication, and welding. Must possess CAD drafting / 3-D Solid Modeling skills (Autocad 2000, Solid Works 2004 preferred). Knowledge of ANSI & ISO drafting procedures and geometric tolerances. Proficient with statistics, mechanics and materials, stress analysis, Newtonian physics, supporting mathematics including, fractions, decimals, geometry, trigonometry and algebra. Experience in one or more of the following is preferred: Construction or mining equipment, Hydraulic component and seal design, Castings and forgings, Hydraulic systems, schematics, and basic circuit design.

Relocation assistance is available for this opportunity in the Pacific Northwest. Enumclaw is 45 minutes away from downhill or cross country skiing yet we seldom get snow where we are located. In the summer you are only minutes away from hiking in the mountains, sailing or power boating in Puget Sound, or 2 hours from the salt air of the Pacific Ocean or the desert of Eastern Washington. This is truly a great place to live.

You can apply for this exciting position through this website at employment application or by sending cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@helac.com, put "Product Engineer" in the email subject line.

Work Summary

Tends Helac machines, ability to make setups on various machines in multiple cells. Experience with Mazak M32 control, Okuma, Fanuc, controls or manual gear cutting is preferred.

Description of work Performed:

• Set up on various types of production equipment.
• Loads and unloads, deburrs and does all inspection of any run in the cell
• Move offsets and performs editing on the control of most jobs in the cell and blocks through programs.
• Checks, oil, coolant, grease and any other light maintenance items needed.
• Maintains a clean work area and assists in departmental housekeeping.
• Complies with safety procedures and company policies.
• Completes additional duties and projects as assigned.
• Actively participates in company sponsored training programs.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Ability to read and comprehend machine coordinates
• Ability to follow verbal instructions and complete tasks that may be repetitive.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Minimum Three years experience as a NC lathe, or mill operator, or the equivalent. Ability to demonstrate this knowledge to supervisor

We have 2 shifts that work 4 10's:

• 1st Shift: Mon to Thur, 5am to 3:30pm
• 2nd Shift: Mon to Thur, 3:30pm to 2am

TO APPLY: To apply for this position please complete an employment application in person or download, print and complete an employment application and return it in-person or by mail. If you have a resume please attach to the employment application, but DO NOT write “See Resume” on your application. We need the employment application completed in its entirety

This is an exciting product development - engineering leadership opportunity: Join our executive team and become a key contributor to our growth plans by taking our product design and development to the next level and by providing leadership and direction to our product design team.

We are the U.S. premier manufacture of hydraulic rotary actuators. Helac is a Seattle-Tacoma, Washington based internationally respected manufacturer of hydraulic rotary actuators for mobile equipment. We are located in Enumclaw, Washington. As a leader in the fluid power industry for over 25 years, we manufacture a comprehensive line of hydraulic rotary actuators used as component parts in OEM equipment and after-market attachments for the construction equipment industry. Our rotary actuators are best known for their tremendous torque output, compact dimensions, exceptional load bearing capability and rugged, reliable performance.

Work Summary

Directs the company financial, data processing, customer account activities by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates. Prepares consolidated financial reports and budgets; administers accounting and data processing policies and directives to satisfy corporate, legal and tax requirements.

Description of work Performed:

• Engineering Management: Direct our design engineering function by formulating department structure, processes and equipment. Team development from selection, to disciplinary action. Insure our products are acceptable for the intended application.
• New product development: Proactive involvement in our product steering team and in planning and execution of our product development initiatives.
• Design Engineering: As the leader of this key department, currently 8 team members, a portion of your time will be hands on, doing application engineering, product development along with research and development.

Requirements:

• Passion for engineering, product development, and engineering excellence
• Demonstrated skills in managing and developing a high performance engineering team
• Successful management of conflicting priorities
• Focused on customer and business development
• Demonstrated ability to use cross-functional teams to plan product development initiatives and reduce new product launch cycle times
• Actively develops interdepartmental teamwork and processes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft office suite
• Computer aided drafting. Solid Works and AutoCAD are preferred
• Proficient in machine component design and analysis
• ANSI drafting standards including geometric tolerancing
• Strong understanding and ability to use ERP-MRP programs to facilitate engineering processes, new item release, ECO, ECR etc
• Bill of material development and control
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes: Turning, Milling, Welding
• Quality systems: ISO etc
• Ability to travel to customer sites and trade shows
• BS in Engineering with 10 years experience of which 5 were managing an engineering department

Desired:

• Seal design
• Able to interpret hydraulic schematics and trouble shoot hydraulic circuits
• Welding procedures and specifications
• Castings
• Finite Element Analysis
• Proficient with gear design and manufacturing
• Lean manufacturing, Lean enterprise
• Design for assembly and manufacture
• Failure Modes and Effect analysis
• Hydraulic components, systems and schematics
• Heat treating, and material specifications
• Supply Chain Management
• Experience in the design of mobile, mining or construction equipment
• Patent applications
• Bill of Material development and control

Visit other areas of our web site and see what this exciting company is doing to improve the world of mobile equipment.

Relocation assistance is available for this opportunity in the Pacific Northwest. Enumclaw is 45 minutes away from downhill or cross country skiing yet we seldom get snow where we are located. In the summer you are only minutes away from hiking in the mountains, sailing or power boating in Puget Sound, or 2 hours from the salt air of the Pacific Ocean or the desert of Eastern Washington. This is truly a great place to live

You can apply for this exciting position by sending cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@helac.com, put "Engineering Manager" in the email subject line or completing our on-line employment application.

Work Summary

This position will provide extensive clerical and administrative support to the Human Resources Department using MS Word, Excel, Access and other human resources databases. This part-time position will work a morning shift M – F approx. 20 hrs. per week.

Description of work Performed:

• Provide administrative support in the Human Resources Department by participating in the research, documentation, organization, storage and retrieval of departmental information.
• Posts data, writes and generates reports using a variety of HRIS databases.
• Enters time and attendance information for the preparation of payroll processing.
• Assists in team member recruitment and selection process.
• Schedules appointments for conferences and company social functions.
• Assist in company sponsored lunches and other team member events.
• Runs and distributes scheduled vacation reports to managers and supervisors.
• Prepares and distributes administrative policies and procedures and employment related information such as acknowledgments, memos, and work schedules.
• Assists with other HR projects and research as necessary.
• Actively participates in company-sponsored training programs.
• Provide assistance to the company’s full-time receptionist.
• Perform other duties or special projects as requested.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Minimum of 2-3 years related office experience and/or training.
• Advanced word processing, spreadsheet, and database operations required using the following Microsoft software programs: Word, Excel and Access.
• Strong keyboarding and data entry skills with speed and accuracy.
• The ability to read and comprehend moderately complex verbal and written instructions.
• Basic math skills as acquired with a high school diploma.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone etiquette.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times, and keeps secure confidential data and records.
• The ability to work with a high degree of attention to detail.
• The ability to operate a wide variety of office equipment including but not limited to copy machines, fax machine, keyboard, printers, and 10-key in order to complete the duties listed above.
• The ability to maintain working relationships with all levels of Helac staff as well as outside contacts including vendors, customers, and applicants

TO APPLY: To apply for this part time position please complete an employment application in person or download, print and complete an employment application and return it in-person or by mail. If you have a resume please attach to the employment application, but DO NOT write “See Resume” on your application. We need the employment application completed in its entirety.

Work Summary

This position will develop, implement and manage the activities related to the supply chain of materials. Including international suppliers, material purchase, planning, inventory control, shipping & receiving and store functions.

Description of work Performed:

• Maintains a supplier quality evaluation system. Works with suppliers to improve quality and value.
• Utilize production-planning methods to assist quality tracking and improvement efforts.
• Works with suppliers and internal departments to eliminate waste and damage to materials and work in process.
• Analyze and develop lean techniques for handling and storing finished goods; drive reductions in raw, work in process and finished goods inventories.
• Develop and implement plans to ensure timely delivery performance.
• Forecast, plan and develop plans, measures and controls for establishing inventory mix requirements and levels.
• Develop and manage international and domestic supplier base.
• Continually work with suppliers to achieve the best value of goods supplied. Drive cost downs on goods purchased. Evaluate and recommend alternate products/materials to reduce costs.
• Negotiate long-term supply agreements with suppliers.
• Set and manage inventory policies, cycle count objectives/methods and material handling objectives.
• Lead team meetings and discuss constant improvement methods to improve quality.
• Manage the risk associated with unreliable vendors.
• Manage the supplier base to consolidate vendors.
• Oversee and handle management issues and responsibilities of all employees assigned to you and your department managers.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

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• Four-year degree or equivalent related experience in materials management.
• Three or more years of supervisory experience required.
• Lead and direct others in the daily activities of the Materials Department.
• Read and interpret engineering blue prints and bills of materials.
• Understand the correct order of machining processes and material flow through the manufacturing cycle.
• Working knowledge of JIT and “Lean Manufacturing”.
• International supply chain management experience required.
• Ability to read, comprehend, follow, and provide complex written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of mental concentration to interpret and act upon a wide range of situations. The job requires a high degree of attention to detail.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times, and secure confidential data and records.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office; spreadsheet and word processing software, preferably Microsoft Excel and Word; knowledge of Project.
• Ability to travel internationally for up to 25% of the time.

TO APPLY:Send us a resume along with cover letter and salary requirements to hr@helac.com, put Supply Chain Manager in the subject line, FAX 360-825-1603 or mail to 225 Battersby Avenue, Enumclaw, WA 98022 Attn: Human Resources.

Work Summary

Oversee the development and implementation of manufacturing processes to maintain proper product functionality in accordance with product specifications and quality standards as well as cost efficiency. Ensures the engineering team and other manufacturing departments work together cohesively and is responsible for the development of equipment to aid in the manufacturing process. Leads and directs the work of assigned manufacturing engineers and project technicians.

Description of work Performed:

• Analyze and design lean manufacturing cells using effective systems and simulation tools to optimize, use of space, equipment, material and personnel.
• Assist in developing plant layout in planning rearrangement of facilities, equipment and operations for better utilization of space.
• Work closely with research and development, quality assurance and maintenance personnel to prevent problems with products and tooling/fixtures.
• Ensure all manufacturing safety regulatory policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at all times.
• Stay informed concerning new manufacturing technologies and equipment in order to manufacture and reduce cost through efficiencies.
• Support all current and new product introductions.
• Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of processes and related equipment.
• Confer with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Confer with sales, planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods and quality results.
• Design, develop and test and/or source and cost-justify various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
• Design and document control plans, PFMEA and assist in APQP process, and PPAP efforts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

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• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required or five or more years related experience in Manufacturing Engineering and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven track record of reducing costs through processes and efficiencies
• Management experience required.
• Experience in tool design and modifications
• Process-oriented mentality and strong problem solving capabilities
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities at the same time.
• Computer literacy: MS Word and Excel; AutoCAD proficiency
• Knowledge of Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Working knowledge of CNC machine programming.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

TO APPLY:Send us a resume along with cover letter and salary requirements to hr@helac.com, put Manufacturing Engineering Manager in the subject line, FAX 360-825-1603 or mail to 225 Battersby Avenue, Enumclaw, WA 98022 Attn: Human Resources.

Work Summary

Provides support to Helac product lines by developing moderately complex design drawings and related specifications of actuators and components.

Description of work Performed:

• Supports one or more of the product lines daily.
• Modifies machine design to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.
• Interfaces with Sales and Manufacturing to implement revisions and design changes.
• Generates proposals for customers.
• Uses established design formulas to size actuators and components.
• Uses conventional drafting procedures to communicate effectively with Manufacturing and Sales staff.
• Maintains engineering records as required.
• May perform tests or direct testing lab as requested.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and completion of drafting program or applicable experience.
• Minimum of five years related experience.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and test For Fractions, Decimals, Geometry, and Engineering Drawings.
• Ability to use current ANSI & ISO drafting procedures.
• Proficient on CAD drafting/3-D Solid Modeling (AutoCAD 2000, Solid Work 2004)
• Familiarity with lathe-mill machining, fabrication, and welding.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Experience in one or more of the following is preferred: Construction or mining equipment; hydraulic component and seal design; Castings and forgings; hydraulic systems, schematics, and basic circuit design.
• Working knowledge of Windows 2000 and data base and spreadsheet software, Microsoft Excel and Access.

TO APPLY:Send us a resume along with cover letter and salary requirements to hr@helac.com, put Designer/Drafter in the subject line, FAX 360-825-1603 or mail to 225 Battersby Avenue, Enumclaw, WA 98022 Attn: Human Resources.

Helac Corporation, located in Enumclaw, is looking for a Marketing Coordinator to join our team to support our continued growth. We are a non-aerospace machine shop that manufactures our own product line of hydraulic rotary actuators. Our product is used in a wide variety of mobile equipment in many different industries worldwide.

Work Summary

Coordinates a variety of marketing programs for both the actuator and attachment product divisions.

Description of work Performed:

• Coordinates event planning for domestic and international trade shows.
• Supports Director of Marketing with implementing the company’s community relations program, including building relationships with local interest groups, placing press opportunities, and creating and placing requested artwork.
• Follows up on attachment quotations to help push product through sales cycle and to determine win/loss rationale.
• Supports Marketing Specialist with the content, design and production of the company’s promotional activities including advertising, direct mail and website.
• Creates weekly and monthly marketing reports to track the efficiency of Helac’s marketing programs.
• Enters new leads and prospects into customer relationship management (CRM) database for both product divisions.
• Prepares and sends fulfillment packages to newly entered leads and prospects.
• Contacts new and existing OEMs or equipment distributors for updated contact information, and updates information in CRM database.
• Coordinates with local mail vendor all mailing aspects of the direct mail campaigns according to postal requirements, which includes stuffing, stamping, collating, labeling, and coordinating with the local post office.
• Tracks inventory levels of marketing programs and coordinates reprinting with vendors.
• Performs additional duties and projects as assigned.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• B.A. in Business, Marketing or related field with two to five years of related work experience, or equivalent combination of education or experience
• Prefer strong Microsoft Word and Excel experience with knowledge of mail merge and data sort.
• Prefer design experience using Adobe InDesign, PageMaker, PhotoShop and Acrobat Reader, or ability and interest to learn stated graphic software programs.
• Strong grammatical and spelling skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• The ability to meet scheduled deadlines, troubleshoot problems and produce top quality work.
• The ability to read, comprehend and follow comprehensive verbal instructions.

TO APPLY:To apply for this position please complete an employment application in person or download, print and complete an employment application and return it in-person or by mail. If you have a resume please attach to the employment application, but DO NOT write “See Resume” on your application. We need the employment application completed in its entirety.

Work Summary

There are three primary responsibilities associated with this position:

• To coordinate customer requirements with our needs. Maximize efficiency through excellent communication with internal and external customers.
• Assure customer satisfaction by knowing their needs and taking care of them in a timely, professional manner. Should be a primary contact for the purchasing agents of existing customers.
• Help Outside Sales to maximize their time selling.

Description of work Performed:

1. Taking care of existing customers:
   • Answers customer inquiries regarding accounts, products or services.
   • Acts as liaison between the customer and various departments.
   • Troubleshoots, analyzes, and remedies customer problems within established guidelines.
   • Coordinates with scheduling to assure adequate stock levels by tracking and requesting extra actuators when needed.
   • Largely responsible for maintaining and updating existing customer information in computer database.
   • Helps to review information received on customer surveys.
   • Works to maintain and improve customer satisfaction.
2. Coordinating Internal and External customer requirements:
   • Process all new sales orders.
   • Helps to follow through on all prototype orders.
   • Process all expedite requests.
   • Maintains files and correspondence ensuring information is accurate and up-to-date.
   • Will be back-up for Freight Coordinator.
   • Phone answering back up.
3. Supporting Outside Sales:
   • Typing and/or writing selected letters/quotes for Outside Sales.
   • Answers selected inquiries when requested by Outside Sales.
   • Helps to gather information for forecasting.
   • Performs additional duties or special projects as assigned.
4. Actively participates in Helac-sponsored training programs.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Two year Associates degree or two years previous customer service or sales experience or the equivalent of education and training.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of business principals and practices.
• The ability to read, comprehend, follow, and provide complex verbal and written instructions in order to perform the duties described above. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Good negotiating skills.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times, and secure confidential data and records.
• The ability to maintain a high degree of mental concentration to interpret and act upon a wide range of situations. The job requires a high degree of attention to details.
• Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software, preferably Microsoft Excel and Word; knowledge of computerized business software, preferably Enterprise Resources Planning.
• The ability to operate office machinery including copy machine, fax machine, keyboard, and typewriter in order to complete the duties listed above

TO APPLY:Send resume along with cover letter and salary requirements to hr@helac.com, put Inside Sales Coordinator in the subject line, FAX 360-825-1603 or mail to 225 Battersby Avenue, Enumclaw, WA 98022 Attn: Human Resources.