We are looking for fitters with precise metalworking and processing skills for our special load carrier department. Special load carriers are customized load carriers that are specially developed for the transport and storage of a product. In contrast to conventional load carriers, they are characterized by their individual features such as size, shape, weight and other specific properties, resulting in a large number of variants. 

Your tasks as a locksmith include

• Precise production and assembly of metal structures according to technical drawings
• Execution of MAG welding work
• Strict adherence to work and welding instructions
• Carrying out careful visual inspections of the finished materials
• Ensuring the quality of welded joints through thorough testing

Your tasks as a welder include

• Welding of components, assemblies and complete load carriers
• Strict adherence to work and welding instructions
• Careful visual inspection of the finished materials
• Ensuring the quality of welded joints

Your tasks in prototype and fixture construction include

• Prototype development: You will work closely with our development department and play a key role in the creation of prototypes.
• Sample construction: You produce precise sample containers, which are essential for further development and optimization. This includes both manual and mechanical production processes.
• Test and validation: You carry out tests and functional tests on developed samples to ensure their quality and functionality.
• Production of templates and fixtures: You will create templates and jigs that serve as production aids to ensure the accuracy and reproducibility of manufactured parts.
• Maintenance and optimization: You are responsible for the maintenance and optimization of existing equipment and templates to ensure a continuously high quality of the production processes.

You will need the following for prototype and fixture construction:

• Training: Completed training as a locksmith, toolmaker, industrial mechanic or a comparable qualification.
• Experience: Several years of professional experience is an advantage.
• Technical drawings: You are adept at reading and interpreting technical drawings and CAD models. These serve as the basis for your work in prototype and fixture construction.
• Good knowledge of MAG welding: You are proficient in MAG welding and can use this technique safely.
• Knowledge of turning and milling desirable: Ideally, you already have experience in turning and milling. You are familiar with the relevant machines and processes
• Independent and reliable way of working: You work independently and take responsibility for your tasks. You organize your work processes efficiently and ensure that projects are completed on time and in high quality

ELKAS, with over 65 years of experience, is a leading company in the development, manufacture and distribution of transportation and storage containers. Our expertise spans various industries, including the automotive sector, mechanical and plant engineering and many more.

In order to further strengthen our competitiveness and drive our growth, we are comprehensively modernizing our painting department. We are building a state-of-the-art, automated powder coating facility and workstations for wet painting. We are looking for a committed and qualified Head of Department (m/f/d) to manage and help shape this exciting and challenging department.

Responsibilities:

• Customer management with heart and mind: You look after and advise our national and international customers in the office - always solution-oriented and service-oriented.
• Processes at a glance: From the creation and tracking of quotations to the processing of orders, you will ensure that everything runs smoothly.
• Teamwork at its best: you work closely with the sales force and other departments to successfully implement projects.
• Interface and coordination: You will coordinate between different departments and ensure that orders are processed smoothly.
• Relationship management: you maintain existing customer contacts and expand them in a targeted manner to promote long-term partnerships
• Problem-solving skills: You deal with complaints and customer inquiries professionally and promptly.
• Figures, data, facts: You create reports, statistics and evaluations that serve as the basis for well-founded decisions.

Requirements:

• Commercial know-how: You have completed commercial training, e.g. as an industrial clerk, or have a comparable qualification.
• Experience welcome: First professional experience in internal sales or a similar position is a plus, but not a must.
• Linguistic strength: With your excellent written and spoken German and English skills, you are confident in an international environment.
• Technically adept: Working with MS Office is a matter of course for you, and ideally you have already gained experience with ERP systems.
• Communication professional: You impress with your strong communication skills, customer orientation and ability to work in a team.
• Structure and independence: You are characterized by an independent and organized way of working.