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Sales and Business Development

Location: Salmon Arm, BC

Position Type: Permanent – Full Time

Department: Business Development

Salary Range: $75,000-$110,000

For over thirty years, Valid has built a reputation as a world-class innovator in high-tech manufacturing. We design, engineer, and manufacture innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries. Our reputation has been built on delivering quality products backed by exceptional customer support.

We believe that exceptional products with great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, and that business thrives when our talented team works cooperatively to solve problems, exchange ideas and find new ways of doing things.

The Position:

The Sales and Business Development role is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and development of our products and capabilities. This position will focus on finding and developing new sales opportunities by contacting potential customers.  As well, Sales and Business Development assists customers with any questions or concerns, and builds and maintains lasting relationships with strong commitment to excellent customer service.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills:

• Proven track record in Sales and Business Development
• Self-motivated, highly organized, with excellent time management skills.
• Capable of handling multiple projects at various stages of development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experienced with management and the scheduling of project tasks.
• Exemplary Customer Service skills.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years in a sales and business development roll.
• Willing to both exhibit and attend trade shows.
• Proven history of development and maintenance of key accounts.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid drivers license.
• Willing to travel extensively within BC, Alberta and occasionally the USA.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule.

Why Consider Valid?

• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization.
• Be a leader in the evolving green technologies with development of infrastructure projects in your own back yard.
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance.
• Experience an asset, but training will be provided to ensure your success.
• Competitive salary, benefits, vehicle allowance and pension plan.

How to Apply:

Valid recognizes that work / life balance is important, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with!

Please take some time to learn more about us at www.validmfg.com.  If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward a Cover letter and Resume to [email protected], introducing yourself and telling us why you are a good fit with us here at Valid.

We thank all applicants in advance but only those that have our interest will be contacted.

Assembler – Wire Harness

Location: Nelson, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Harness Assembly

Wage: $20-$25/ hour

For over thirty years, Valid has built a reputation as a world-class innovator in high-tech manufacturing. By focusing on exceptional quality and customer service, we develop strong relationships and partnerships with really great companies jointly creating really great products.

Valid designs, engineers, and manufactures innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries. Our reputation has been built on delivering robust products that are always backed by our exceptional 24/7 customer support. Our commitment to quality, and our philosophy that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, are constantly moving us forward.

As the Assembler – Wire Harness, you will be responsible for assembling, testing, and inspecting wire harnesses used in various electrical systems and applications. The ideal candidate should have experience in soldering, crimping, and interpreting electrical schematics. This person will follow guidance and direction from Product Managers, Support technician and Senior Management and provide assistance and support as part of the team.

Responsibilities:

• Cut, strip, and crimp wires to specified lengths and connections.
• Assemble wire harnesses according to design specifications.
• Solder connections and splice wires as necessary.
• Secure and organize wires, cables, and connectors within harnesses.
• Keeps accurate and legible time records on travelers and in the time collection system.
• Maintains workspace, tools and equipment in a safe, clean and neat condition.
• Required to identify components and assemblies by part number, type, function, size and color.
• Provides direction, guidance, and oversees the quality of work performed by fellow assemblers, as required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret drawings for a wide variety of Valid products
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Must be able to plan, organize and efficiently complete assigned tasks.
• Work requires ability to repetitively perform high quality work by paying attention to details.
• Willingness to contribute and participate as part of the team.
• Shows initiative.
• Strong organizational ability, good interpersonal and communication skills.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical experience and/or aptitude an asset.
• Exhibits maturity, professionalism, and a customer-first focus
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment an asset.
• Uses all hand tools such as drills, grinders, hammers, screw drivers, vise grips, etc., as well as power tools such as chop-saws and band-saws.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must be able to stand for long periods
• Must be able to work on ladders and/or scaffolding
• Must be able to stoop, kneel and crouch at times to perform assigned tasks
• Must be able to use hands and arms to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects skillfully.

Working Conditions:

• Open to positive and constructive feedback.
• Fast paced environment
• Looks to continuously improve work practices and procedures.
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times.
• May be required to work shift work and should be available to work overtime if requested.

Why Consider Valid?

• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance
• Support for your personal and professional development needs
• Competitive salary, benefits, and pension plan

Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work/life balance is important.  At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward a cover letter and resume to [email protected] introducing yourself and telling us why you think you are a good fit with us here at Valid.  Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those who are authorized to work in Canada or are selected for an interview will be contacted. To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.